Engage Dallas

2-IN-2 PATHWAY SOLO SERVICE INDIVIDUAL PATHWAYS
Engage Dallas is a place-based community engagement initiative via SMU’s Residential Commons to address community needs focusing on South and West Dallas. The initiative is a long-term, university-wide commitment led by students to partner with local residents, organizations, and other leaders to positively impact the community. There is equal emphasis on campus and community impact stemming from the initiative.
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News & announcements

    Upcoming Opportunities and Events

    • Wednesday, October 15, 2025, 1:00pm — Online Event Still need your community engagement proficiency? Join this virtual info session to learn about the resources available through Dedman College...

    • Wednesday, October 15, 2025, 1:00pm — Online Event Engage Dallas will host a Basics Webinar in collaboration with Dedman College Academic Services. If you have questions about Engage Dallas, join this ...

    • Thursday, October 16, 2025, 4:00pm — Private Location (sign in to display) Have questions about Engage Dallas? Need help with the Basics? Ask at the Engage Dallas Office Hours! You can meet with one of the Engage Dallas Area ...

    • Friday, October 17, 2025, 12:30pm — Private Location (sign in to display) Come hang out with us as we help English language learners! We'll play games and do activities.

    • Saturday, October 18, 2025, 9:00am — Private Location (sign in to display) Come join us in supporting conservation efforts along the Trinity River, and get 2 hours of Direct Service! Students will participate in removing...

    • Saturday, October 18, 2025, 9:00am — Private Location (register to display) Join Engage Dallas as we work to grow healthy foods for the Dallas Community at Sunny South Community Gardens. Earn 3 hours of direct service!

    • Tuesday, October 21, 2025, 9:00am — Private Location (sign in to display) TRANSPORTATION PROVIDED!! [email leticiac@smu.edu if you need transportation/ are able to carpool] Join Engage Dallas for a community service project ...

    • Wednesday, October 22, 2025, 1:00pm — Private Location (sign in to display) Have questions about Engage Dallas? Need help with the Basics? Ask at the Engage Dallas Office Hours! You can meet with one of the Engage Dallas Area ...

    • Thursday, October 23, 2025, 4:00pm — Private Location (sign in to display) Have questions about Engage Dallas? Need help with the Basics? Ask at the Engage Dallas Office Hours! You can meet with one of the Engage Dallas Area ...

    • Saturday, October 25, 2025, 8:00am — Private Location (sign in to display) Engage Dallas' fall day of service! Come earn 4 hours of direct service towards your CE proficiency! We will have breakfast, coffee, free shirts,...