About Us

The University of Maryland’s Center for Community Engagement connects the resources and talents of the university, people and communities, and facilitates connections and partnerships to support impact-driven and community-centered research, teaching and service that advances the public good.

• Collaborate with our surrounding communities by developing mutually-beneficial partnerships to facilitate meaningful and sustainable change in College Park, Prince George’s County, the state of Maryland and beyond
• Advance community-engaged research, teaching and learning by supporting and training our instructors and researchers to develop community, place and land-based approaches centered on trust, authenticity and reciprocity
• Inspire a campus wide culture to Do Good by expanding opportunities across all colleges, schools, divisions and units for individuals who want to make a social impact
• Amplify and expand our reach by documenting the university’s impact across communities to find and celebrate opportunities for engagement, collaboration and partnerships

For community partners, faculty, and staff, we:

• Provide professional development and training
• Distribute resources
• Facilitate partnership connections
• Advocate for supportive policies and practices