The Center for Community Engagement & Social Change (CCE) helps foster a campus-culture where Lawrentians are full and committed partners in the Appleton community.

Our mission is to engage students, faculty, and community partners in collaborative relationships that foster and promote a culture of engaged citizenship, responsible service-learning, and civic action. In doing so, Lawrentians will strive to further social progress; mitigate inequity; and develop durable, reciprocal partnerships with local nonprofits and municipal agencies. By engaging in meaningful community-based experiences, our students will develop a lifelong commitment to learning, service, and responsible citizenship.

Student volunteering at Saving Paws pet shelter

Service & Engagement

Our staff can help you connect with the greater Appleton community in the ways that are most meaningful to you. We can help you find volunteer opportunities, connect you with local nonprofits, or help you use public transportation to engage in service across the Fox Valley. 

Find Volunteer Opportunities
Lawrence students volunteer in the Sustainable LU Gardens during Welcome Week.

For Community Partners

Our team can help your organization connect with individual students, student organizations, or faculty depending on your needs. From promoting volunteer opportunities to collaborating on capacity-building projects, our staff are ready to help you engage the LU campus community.

Partner with Lawrence students