Newman Civic Fellowship

The Newman Civic Fellowship is a year-long program that recognizes and supports student public problem solvers at Campus Compact member institutions.

Fellows are nominated by their president or chancellor based on their potential for public leadership and their work with communities. Throughout the fellowship year, Campus Compact provides students with opportunities to nurture their assets and help them develop strategies for social change—creating a network of connected and engaged student leaders who can support one another in making positive change.

Program Components

Throughout the fellowship year, Campus Compact provides Newman Civic Fellows with opportunities for learning and networking virtually and in person. Each opportunity is designed to help students learn to collaborate effectively across disciplines and to apply their skills to directly create positive change in their communities.

• Regular virtual events focused on skill development and professional learning
• An annual in-person Convening of Fellows
• One-on-one leadership development with a local mentor of their choice
• Connection to a nationwide network of engaged student leaders, both during and after the fellowship year
• Apply to receive a mini-grant of up to $1,500 for a social impact project
• Public national recognition
• Special scholarship and career opportunities
• Opportunities to present or publish work through Campus Compact

Updated Program Timeline

2026-2027 Cohort

• January 27th, 2026 — Nomination form opens
• April 27th, 2026 — Last day to nominate students
• August 2026 — Newman cohort publicly announced
• September 2026 — Orientation/Fellowship begins
• November 5th-7th — Annual Convening of Newman Civic Fellows
• May 2027 — Fellowship ends