Colgate students interested in making a difference locally, nationally, or globally are supported by a number of programs that allow them to engage in social impact work, innovative projects, and research.
Colgate students interested in making a difference locally, nationally, or globally are supported by a number of programs that allow them to engage in social impact work, innovative projects, and research.
The Clinton Global Initiative University Network seeks students who are motivated to make a positive change in the areas of education, environment and climate change, peace and human rights, poverty alleviation, and public health. Students participate in a year-round program that includes mentorship, a social impact curriculum, funding, and events. They also have access to dedicated funds at Colgate for CGI-U participants.
Applications are now being accepted for the 2023 cohort. The application deadline is December 16.
Non-profits and social enterprises participate in Thought Into Action programs every year. For students looking to start an organization, the year-long TIA Incubator provides a launchpad that enable teams to take initial steps. The full-time summer accelerator can help propel existing non-profits and social enterprises to the next level.
Through Colgate's Upstate Institute, Summer Field School Fellows work with a community, government, or non-profit partners to create and complete projects that will have a positive impact on the Upstate region. As a Field School Fellow, students are responsible for building relationships in the local community while completing independent research work on innovative projects that provide a community benefit.