Building Robust & Inclusive Democracy

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Tufts Civic Semester

Based in either Urubamba, Peru, or Thailand, this transformational first-semester program combines academic and experiential learning with a focus on community engagement and social and environmental justice.

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Honos Civicus

Available to undergraduates and graduates at all Tufts schools, Honos Civicus selects and publicly recognizes graduating students who engaged in meaningful service and leadership activities or otherwise strengthened civic life on campus and beyond during their time at Tufts. 

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Presidential Award for Civic Life

The Presidential Award for Civic Life is the highest recognition for service, leadership, and civic engagement conferred by Tufts University. Each year, Tisch College, in collaboration with partners from across the University, is proud to help select and celebrate these outstanding individuals.