Centers and Institutes @ Suffolk
- Center for Community EngagementThe Center provides service projects, service learning, and leadership opportunities for Suffolk students.
- Ford Hall ForumThe nation's longest running free public lecture series has championed free speech, democracy, and fostering an informed citizenry.
- Institute For Public ServiceThe Institute's curriculum targets management, administration, and policy, all under the central topic of leadership for undergraduates and MPA students.
- Moakley Center for Public ManagementThe Center fosters public discourse, engages with community organizations, and provides educational opportunities in the public service industry.
- Political Research CenterThe Center conducts statewide and national surveys that examine political races and voters' opinions on key issues.
- Pro Bono ProgramThe Law School provides opportunities for law students to perform pro bono legal work for the community.
Suffolk and Civic Engagement
One of Suffolk University's core values is a belief "in the integration of civic engagement and service learning throughout the curriculum to foster the development of responsible global citizens. We are committed to acting ethically, professionally, and collaboratively."
- Suffolk's Newsroom > "In the Community"Browse examples of Suffolk's civic and community engagement related to volunteerism, service-learning, and the campus entities that make these opportunities possible.
Course-related Opportunities
A sampling of the credit-bearing opportunities for undergraduates and graduate students.
- Washington Center Program (GVT)Students can intern and study in the nation’s capital through Suffolk's partnership with the Washington Center
- Alternative BreaksSuffolk offers several travel courses focused on service during winter and spring breaks.
- Clinical ProgramsThe Law School offers legal clinics that allow students to represent clients who would otherwise go unrepresented.