Initiative in Civic Engagement and Equity

Hey University of the District of Columbia, have you seen us around the Van Ness campus?? We are getting the word out about our 2016 Summer Internship Grant Program. Applications are available NOW until April 29!! If you or someone you know is a UDC undergrad who will be working an unpaid internship this summer focused on equity/fairness, improving lives, and impacting your community, then you should apply TODAY!! ICE-E provides stipends of up to $5,000 to selected participants to assist with school and living expenses. Visit our website to learn more, and download your application... http://www.udc.edu/ice/summer_internship_grant_program

Summer Internship Grant Program | University of the District of Columbia (UDC) Summer Internship Grant ProgramNews & AnnouncementsFebruary 26 - April 29, 2016 – Application Submission PeriodOverview / PurposeThe Initiative in Civic Engagement and Equity (ICE-E) provides grants of up to $5,000 for UDC undergraduate students who are working at unpaid summer 2016 internships that…

On March 19, 2016, the "Ethnic Crops: Food Production and Marketing Strategies" workshop was hosted at Firebird Farm, providing an overview of ethnic foods from farm to fork. Presenters included: Yao Afantchao, UDC CAUSES / SARE; Olukemi Adeola, UDC-CC Food Science Adjunct;
John B. Manirakiza, Community Leader;
Tambra Raye Stevenson, NativSol Kitchen and W. Dean Hively, USDA-ARS. The food was prepared by Chef Marie Joe Faye.

The fiery rhetoric of this election season shows no signs of quelling, as Donald Trump rallies become a literal battleground between campaign supporters and protesters

See the Violence Against Protesters At Donald Trump Rallies There's been several instances of violence

Checking in at Foundry United Methodist Church in NW for the Fulfill the Promise Rally to end chronic homelessness and create opportunities for safe/affordable housing for all!! Coalition for Nonprofit Housing & Economic Development

Why millennials are prioritizing short-term spending over long-term saving A new survey points to a big problem: student debt, rent, health insurance and attending friends’ weddings are preventing young people from saving up

The economic burden continues to grow, as countless young adults are saddled with massive amounts of debt, unlike anything faced by previous generations.

Class of 2015 has the most student debt in U.S. history As college graduates begin to enter the real world this month, they can take cold comfort in the fact that they’ll have the most student debt in history

In an ostensibly polarized political climate, a vacant Supreme Court seat will likely draw a feverish response from partisan bases.

Battle over potential Antonin Scalia replacement already white hot Despite possible political brawl, president's nominees for other top posts could offer hints on his thinking on this one

We hope everyone stayed safe and warm during which dropped over 2 feet of snow across the DC Metro area!! But FINALLY, we are back to work and couldn't be happier about it

Ecstatic about the opening of the University of the District of Columbia New Student Center. Ribbon cutting ceremony happening now!

Happy New Year everyone!! We are gearing up for 2016 to be an outstanding year of opportunities for ICE-E. Stay tuned for all the action!! Like our FB page Initiative in Civic Engagement and Equity and follow us on Twitter today!

HAPPY HOLIDAYS from the Initiative in Civic Engagement and Equity!! May your days be merry and bright...