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Welcome to a collection of essays by Claire Gaudiani, a leading thinker in social innovation, philanthropy, and civic engagement. Explore her profound insights that challenge and expand our understanding of the world

President & Planner

When the head of a small liberal arts college takes on the job of leading a major urban renewal project, sparks fly and an important question is raised: Shouldn’t more college presidents be like Claire Gaudiani?

The Synergies of Service

The demands that internal and external constituencies place on higher education and our moral commitment to educate for the good of others make this an excellent time to expand volunteer service. This article first appeared in the newsletter of Campus Compact.

Of Heart and Mind: The College and the City

The trend toward integrating learning and service is catching on at Connecticut College and on other campuses. This article originally appeared as a President’s Page in the fall 1994 issue of Connecticut College Magazine.

Our Ailing Civil Society

A National Commission on American Civil Society should be created to foster discussion and study of American civic virtues. This article originally appeared as an Op-Ed in the April 3, 1996 edition of The Boston Globe.

Moving Downtown

The following article about the Center for Community Action and Public Policy originally appeared in the January 1997 issue of Connecticut College Magazine.