College students sitting in circle having tight conversation. Quote reads: "I wasn’t just a student—I was a contributor. That spatial arrangement made a difference.”

Learning on Location: Space, Confidence, and Connection  

This past summer, I was given the opportunity to participate on the leadership team for the Learning on Location research seminar as a CEL student scholar. I was very excited to be able to be a part of this seminar because of my interest in place-based learning. I knew I would be challenged in new ways, not just academically, but personally.  Stepping into…

College students sitting around a desk with quote: "What we bring to the table isn't abstract; it’s layered, personal, and powerful."

Bringing Our Whole CELves to the Table 

Pull up a chair.  We’re glad you’re here. At this table, conversation matters, but so does who gets to speak and who gets heard. This isn’t just about having a seat—it’s about shaping the space together.  In higher education, decisions…