Exploring Public Sphere Pedagogy at CSU: A Civic Engagement Initiative

Delve into the innovative approach of Public Sphere Pedagogy (PSP) at California State University, where students engage in interdisciplinary courses focusing on contemporary public issues. Discover the benefits, history, and upcoming topics of this civic-minded initiative. Explore how PSP fosters civic engagement, leadership development, and student retention while encouraging interdisciplinary collaboration. Join town hall discussions and witness student projects shared with the public.

• Civic Engagement
• Public Sphere Pedagogy
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration
• Student Engagement
• Town Hall Discussions

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1. Public Sphere Pedagogy

2. Agenda Introductions About the Office of Civic Engagement What is Public Sphere Pedagogy What are the benefits of PSP PSP at CSU Topics for Fall and Spring Examples of Implementation Q&A 2

3. Office of Civic Engagement Established 3 years ago Inventory, Promote, Encourage Civic Grant Program America Reads/Viking Corps LINK Scholars, Deckard Fellows Issue Forums Cleveland Engagement Project Central Neighborhood Alliance

4. What is PSP? An approach to teaching that provides a civic dimension to courses across disciplines Works with already established courses Student work focuses on a contemporary issue of public concern Ideas are shared with the public through town hall meetings

5. Why do this at CSU? Supports our engaged learning strategy Promotes leadership development and devotion to the city among students Improves student retention Encourages interdisciplinary collaboration Develops civic minded students EFAARS

6. History to this point Faculty Committee Explores idea California State University Chico staff Professor Ed Horowitz pilots in COM 224: Principles of Journalism and Promotional Communication Four topics explored Arts and Culture Levy Charter School vs Traditional Public Marijuana Legalization Food

7. Town Halls

8. Town Hall

9. Town Hall

10. Town Hall

11. This Years Topics Lead (Fall 2016) The Legacy of Carl and Louise Stokes (Spring 2017)

12. Examples of Implementation Dr. Adrienne Gosselin, Dept. of English Dr. Horowitz Handout

13. Questions