Sample Syllabi for Community Engaged Learning Courses

Support for MSU Faculty Designing CEL-Integrated Courses 

This collection how Community Engaged Learning (CEL) can be embedded across a range of academic disciplines and course levels. These syllabi are shared by MSU Denver faculty and reflect our highlights campus values of equity, reciprocity, and experiential learning. 

What You’ll Find 

• MSU syllabi across disciplines including education, business, STEM, health, and the arts 

• A range of CEL integration models — from one-off assignments to full-course partnerships 

• Annotations that explain how CEL elements align with learning outcomes 

CEL Integration Examples 

• Civic Engagement & Policy: Students partner with local government or nonprofits to research policy issues and propose solutions. 

• STEM for Social Good: Engineering students co-design assistive devices with community partners. 

• Public Health Practice: Students support outreach efforts at local health clinics and evaluate community education materials. 

• Business & Entrepreneurship: Students consult with local entrepreneurs and offer feedback on business plans. 

Campus Compact Syllabi Database 
Campus Compact is a national coalition of 1,000+ colleges and universities committed to the public purposes of higher education by building democracy through civic education and community development. They maintain a syllabi archive with a wide range of national and international examples.