HF13: Community-Engaged Pedagogy in the Humanities
About
This working group will explore community-engaged pedagogy as a transformative approach to humanities education. We will focus on methodologies that integrate experiential learning, civic engagement, and collaborative community scholarship.
Open to New People
Active since: 2025
- University of Rochester
- Hobart & William Smith Colleges
- Rochester Institute of Technology
Collaborative Goals
- Foster cross-institutional collaboration on community-engaged teaching practices in the humanities.
- Develop resources and best practices for faculty interested in implementing community-based learning in their courses.
- Analyze and disseminate research on the impact of community engagement in humanities education.
- Host public-facing events (such as workshops with community-engaged practitioners) to bring together scholars, teachers, and community partners.
Group Organizers
Craig Talmage
Associate Professor of Management and Entrepreneurship, Hobart and William Smith Colleges
Katie Flowers
Director, Center for Community Engagement and Service Learning, Hobart and William Smith Colleges
Rachel O'Donnell
Associate Professor; Writing, Speaking, and Argument Program; University of Rochester
