Recently,I’m students, faculty and staff from UAM had the opportunity to participate in two free on-campus Civic Arkansas Listening Sessions, which are designed to encourage attendees to envision the ideal form of civic engagement in their community and consider how they can influence progress toward that vision.

Dr. Carol Strong, professor of political science at UAM, had a group of her students participate in the event. “The listening sessions provided UAM community members with a platform to share their voices, allowing both students and faculty to engage in meaningful discussions about the future of Southeast Arkansas. For my students, it was an opportunity to explore civic opportunities, engage in constructive conversations about the region’s future and get involved in creating change,” Dr. Strong explained. “The gathering brought together people from different backgrounds, breaking down barriers and inspiring new ideas for regional growth. Above all, it emphasized the importance of civic engagement and encouraged participants to take an active role in shaping their community’s future.”

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