CIRCLE (The Center for Information and Research on Civic Learning and Engagement)
conducts research on the civic and political engagement of young Americans.
The Center for Information & Research on Civic Learning and Engagement
Research Topics Higher Education

Higher Education

This series of research products addresses higher education’s role in facilitating youth civic engagement, as well the engagement of young people who attend college.

RSSHigher Education

Working Paper 39: Modern Universities, Absent Citizenship? Historical Perspectives

by William Talcott September 2005 “The historical study of university campuses can tell us much about the changing character and presuppositions of citizenship. Likewise, the study of citizenship can shed considerable light on the nature of universities.” Download here (PDF).

Categories: Concepts of Citizenship, Higher Education, Working Papers
Tags: , , ,
September 1st, 2005
Tweet
Share
Email to a Friend
Next Entries »

Quick Facts

Higher Education

Young people who are currently enrolled in college (37% of the 18-to-24 year-old population in 2012) are more likely to vote than the national youth average. College students are highly likely to turn out to vote if they are registered Learn More

Tag Cloud

Higher Education