Welcome First-Years, On behalf of the Bard College Center for Civic Engagement (CCE), we would like to offer you a warm welcome into the Bard community – and we wanted a chance to introduce ourselves!
Our Mission The CCE embodies the fundamental belief that education and civil society are inextricably linked. Through a sense of social consciousness, the CCE creates and sustains relationships with groups and organizations locally, nationally, and globally.
When you first arrive on Bard’s campus, the amount of on-campus experiences will make it easy to forget about the off campus community. Our role is to provide ample opportunity to help you engage with that community.
Whether you already know what you want to do (perhaps through a student-led project or volunteering with a local organization) L&T is a time to explore! During the three weeks, we will host a series of volunteer opportunities and events in the surrounding towns to introduce you to the region, our partners, and each other. The L&T schedule mirrors the programs, projects and events that we offer throughout the year.
The ways to engage are limitless through CCE and our associated offices and divisions. Interested in our international programs or Bard’s large international network? Want to start a community-based project through our TLS Office (Trustee Leader Scholarship: a collective of student led volunteer organizations), science outreach programs, [email protected], take an Engaged Liberal Arts and Science class, join a group volunteer day, or start earning a Certificate in Civic Engagement we can help you connect your academic life to the world outside of Annandale. Arriving on-campus: [email protected], a student-run group under the CCE umbrella, will be working to register as many of you as possible on Arrival Day. We will help you register or re-register to vote locally or nationally. Tip: memorize the last four digits of your social security number! It’ll help you when registering and when voting! If you have any questions or ideas, feel free to email us at [email protected] All the best, Bard Center for Civic Engagement (CCE) Important Links: CCE Website: http://cce.bard.edu/ [email protected] Webpage: https://cce.bard.edu/community/election/ Or follow us on social media: -- Instagram: @bardcce -- Facebook: @Bard.Civic.Engagement -- Twitter: @bardcce
Hike Bike Walk Bard Hike along Tivoli Bays, bike into Red Hook, or run along campus trails—you choose!
Letter Writing and Phone Banking Tell your elected officials what you think. No registration required.
Red Hook Food Pantry Refurbishment Come help paint a food pantry and connect with an important resource for local families.
Bard Farm Work Day Volunteer on Bard Farm for the day!
Center for Civic Engagement BBQ Mingle, meet community members and CCE staff, have a burger, and learn about opportunities. No registration required.
Citizen Action Grill and Chill Volunteer with kids and learn about local political action.
Visit the Ferncliff Nursing Home Get to know your neighbors, the residents of Ferncliff Nursing Home. Swap stories and play games!
Red Hook Library Fun in the Sun Play fun improv science with the kids of Red Hook and get to know the local community!
Freaky Food Science Play with your food and with kids at the Tivoli Library.
Guerrilla Science at the Dutchess County Fair Volunteer in the “Entomorphotron,” an interactive diner with edible insects.
Bard Farm Work Day Volunteer on Bard Farm for the day!
Woodstock Farm Sanctuary Work Day Come visit these cuties and others while helping out at the Woodstock Farm Sanctuary!
Montgomery Place Brunch Tutorial Learn to make a delicious brunch with fresh local ingredients at Bard’s beautiful Montgomery Place!
Photo by Pete Mauney '93 MFA '00
The Bard Farm
In past years during the Language and Thinking program, Bard first-years have had the opportunity to volunteer on the Bard Farm. The College's student-operated organic farm grows about 20,000 lbs of produce per year, and sells fresh fruit and vegetables to the College's dining service provider.
Take Action TuesdayAug 9
Get Engaged: Wandering WednesdaysAug 10
Get Engaged: Wandering WednesdaysAug 17
Restorative CirclesAug 17
Get Engaged: Canoeing the WatershedAug 21
