SUNY is committed to civic engagement as an essential outcome of higher education and has created a new competency called Civic Discourse in Democracy. At FIT, we are initiating conversations both in and outside of the classroom on what it means to be engaged and empowered within our community and how to shape the future. […]
Letter writing is a strong vehicle of change, even in our modern world, from letters to business leaders, elected representatives, editors, and landlords, to petitions for causes large and small … and more. Join the Writing and Speaking Studio to explore and practice writing for civic engagement and change. This workshop will be facilitated by […]
Documentary screening of The Young Vote exploring voter turnout amongst the youngest voters during the 2020 election. Brief presentation about voter suppression with attorney Elizabeth Tippett and Q&A. This event is presented by the Presidential Scholars. It is also part of FIT’s civic education activities and voter registration drive. Find out more at fitnyc.edu/vote. This event […]
FIT student Artiegh Fischel. Come out in support of LGBTQ+ History Month and your First Amendment freedoms and sign up to make your voice count in the upcoming election. Featuring readings of banned books by performers Arteigh Fischel and Scarlet Foxx, with special guest Stonewall veteran Joe Negrelli. Students and members of Services and Advocacy […]
Letter writing is a strong vehicle of change, even in our modern world, from letters to business leaders, elected representatives, editors, and landlords, to petitions for causes large and small … and more. Join the Writing and Speaking Studio to explore and practice writing for civic engagement and change. This workshop will be facilitated by […]
