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The College Community Engagement Council (CCEC) is a group of students from Utah's higher education institutions dedicated to strengthening community engagement on and off campus. Members work together throughout the academic year to lead service projects, address local needs, and promote volunteerism among their peers. Supported by UServeUtah, the CCEC provides training and resources to help students make a meaningful impact in their communities.

Join the 2025-2026 Council

Make an impact

Are you passionate about creating positive change in your community? The UServeUtah CCEC is your opportunity to turn that passion into action. Collaborate with fellow students from Utah’s colleges and work alongside UServeUtah staff to tackle local needs and inspire your peers to get involved in service.

Applicants must be at least 18 years old, reside in Utah for the entire academic year, be enrolled in a higher education institution in Utah, and maintain good standing at that institution.

Council members will serve from September 1, 2025 to May 31, 2026.

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Apply by May 1, 2025.

What you'll do

As a CCEC member, you'll attend an engaging orientation retreat to connect with fellow council members and explore the core principles of community engagement. Throughout the year, you'll build leadership, collaboration, and project management skills through monthly virtual training sessions. You'll also lead a capstone project designed to create meaningful impact by addressing a local need on your campus or in your community. With mentorship from UServeUtah staff and local community leaders, you'll have the support and guidance needed to succeed.

Why it matters

Expand your network by connecting with like-minded peers and influential community mentors. You'll develop leadership skills that set you apart in your career and academic journey while strengthening your project management abilities through active collaboration with community partners. Most importantly, you'll create lasting change and contribute to a stronger, more connected community.

Roles and responsibilities

CCEC members lead projects to strengthen community engagement on their campuses and beyond. With support from UServeUtah, they mobilize volunteers, address local needs, and drive positive change. Members are expected to meet deadlines, attend meetings, and work independently to achieve project goals, serving as ambassadors of UServeUtah’s mission.

Council meeting attendance

Members are expected to attend all council meetings, arrive on time, and participate respectfully. CCEC monthly meetings are held on Thursdays from 4 p.m. - 6 p.m. via Google Meet. The 2025-2026 meetings will be held on the following dates: Oct. 23, Nov. 20, Jan. 22, Feb. 19, April 23.

Events

Members are required to attend the following in-person events:

CCEC Orientation Retreat: Sept. 25-27, 2025
Generation Volunteer Summit: Nov. 8, 2025, Salt Lake Community College Student Center
CCEC Recognition Event: May 2026, Utah State Capitol

Capstone project

Each member must complete a capstone project. Members must submit a project proposal by Nov. 20, 2025, attend a one-on-one meeting with UServeUtah staff each semester, and complete the project and submit a final report by April 3, 2026.

Member compensation

CCEC members will receive a total stipend of $1,000 for their participation, which will be distributed in two payments of $500 each in December 2025 and May 2026. To be eligible for these payments, members must fulfill all term requirements and submit a completed W-9 form.