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Frequently Asked Questions
About the Community Engagement Leadership House
Life in the Community Engagement Leadership House
Applying to the Community Engagement Leadership House
About the Community Engagement Leadership House
What is the Community Engagement Leadership House (CCE House)?
The Community Engagement Leadership House is a community in Stratford Heights where like-minded students interested in community service and civic engagement have the opportunity to live, learn, and serve the community together.
Where is the CCE house?
The CCE House is located in Stratford Heights facing Clifton Avenue. The CCE office is on the entry level, with the housing units in the upper levels.
What will my responsibilities be as a CCE House member?
As a member of the CCE House you will not have to complete a specific number of community service hours. However there are other responsibilities for house members such as:
- Attending Visionary Leadership Day, which offers house members the opportunity to develop relationships with their cohort, while building community, mapping out the year, and, of course, having fun.
- Involvement in the House Service Project, in which house members will create a community engagement vision, develop goals surrounding that vision, support their vision through active participation in a project, and reflect on the experience.
- Participation in monthly house gatherings that could include house dinners, social get-togethers, workshops, or other events
Are there other activities I can be involved in through the CCE House?
Social events, workshops, and service projects will be offered to students in the house throughout the year. We currently offer house dinners throughout each quarter to give students a break from cooking, and to offer students the opportunity to gather for some fun. We have also had a Wii party, holiday parties, and students have even enjoyed painting nights in the past. Workshops offer students the ability to network, and serve as an experiential learning experience. House members are also encouraged to become involved in other service projects in which they may be interested.
If I am accepted into the CCE House will I have to do a specific number of community service hours during the year?
No. Students living in the Leadership House are not expected to complete a specific number of hours. However, we do ask for a strong commitment to service from those living in the house.
What is the cost to live in the CCE house?
Stratford Heights is now managed by U.C. Housing and Food Services. Information on the pricing, meal plans, housing agreements, and housing applications can be found on the housing website at www.uc.edu/housing.
Can I visit the house?
Absolutely! To schedule to visit the house, simply contact Jen Carter at carterja@email.uc.edu or 513-556-1559. Appointments can be scheduled during the day, evening or weekend.
Life in the Community Engagement Leadership House
What do the rooms look like in the house?
Rooms in the CCE house offer a fully furnished, suite style living arrangement with semi-private bathrooms. There are two floorplans in the CCE house. The first floorplan offers a suite with two double rooms and a bathroom. The second floorplan offers a suite with four single rooms and a bathroom. Bathrooms are conveniently designed to allow multiple people to use the sinks, toilet and shower all at the same time. Check out floorplans and photos here.
What kinds of amenities are offered in the house?
The CCE House offers many academic, social and service related amenities:
- Center for Community Engagement office, a great resource for students
- Conference room/study lounge for studying, study groups, meetings, and other activities
- Fully-equipped kitchen with a large refrigerator and freezer, two stoves and ovens, two dishwashers, an ice machine and more
- Large dining area that can also be used for group activities or studying
- A television lounge with a big screen flat panel television, DVD player, and ping pong table
- In-house laundry facilities
Feel free to check out photos of the house on our blog.
Are there resources available to help me with my studies?
Academics should be the top priority of all students in the Leadership House. We offer free access to a study room that may be used for individual study, or as a meeting place for study groups. Engaging in community service also is a productive way to enhance your learning experience. U.C. also offers many options for academic assistance that the CCE staff can direct you to.
Applying to the Community Engagement Leadership House
How do I apply to live in the CCE House?
There are two steps to applying to live in the CCE House. Full instructions for applying can be found at our How to Apply page.
How will I know if I have been accepted into the CCE House?
Acceptance decisions will be made in early May. After May, acceptance will continue on a rolling basis.
What is the deadline to apply?
There is no specific deadline. However, housing decisions will be made at the beginning of May, so applying before May 1 is advisable. Applicants will be considered after May 1 based on availability in the house.
What is the Statement of Interest?
The Statement of Interest is your opportunity to tell us who you are, why you want to live in the CCE House and what experiences you can offer to other students in the house.
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