Inaugural Environmental Impact & Civic Engagement Summit and Award Ceremony
SC Inaugural Environmental Impact & Civic Engagement Summit and Award Ceremony
Turn your ideas into policy action. Summit attendees are eligible to compete for three scholarship awards by submitting a short, 3-to-5-page PDF proposal detailing an environmental challenge, a policy solution, and an advocacy roadmap for Michigan.
Award Categories:
- The “Right to Breathe” Visionary Award – $1,000
- The Eco-Civic Vanguard Award – $1,000
- The Tri-College Policy Catalyst Award – $1,000
Special Distinction: Winning submissions will be formally presented by the student winners live at the summit.
April 12th, 2027
10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Vistatech Center, Diponio Room
Complimentary Strolling Buffet
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Join us as we honor the recipients of the SC Environmental Impact & Civic Engagement Awards!
Submissions
Please include brief description of the submission and category being entered.
Submission Deadline: March 31st, 2027
Please include brief description of the submission and category being entered.
Project Evaluation Rubric
| Criteria | Description & Expectations | Points/Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Bold Problem Statement & Context | Articulates a clear, compeling, and bold opening statement defining the chosen Michigan environmental or civic issue. Clearly outlines affected communities, geographical context, and urgency (e.g., sustainable energy gaps, emissions impact). | 20% |
| Viable Policy & Solution Design | Proposes a practical, innovative, and impactful policy solution tailored to Michigan’s legislative or municipal framework. Demonstrates feasibility, economic consideration, and long-term sustainability. | 25% |
| Strategic Advocacy Roadmap | Outlines a clear, step-by-step implementation and advocacy roadmap (stakeholder mapping, community mobilization, and engagement strategies). Connects civic responsibility directly to systemic execution. | 20% |
| Rigorous Citations & Research | Integrates strong, credible academic, scientific, and legal citations supporting the core thesis. Property attributes data, statistics, and historical precedents relevant to Michigan. | 20% |
Contact Information
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Phone: 734-462-7322 | Email: [email protected]
