Neighborhood College
Participants learn about local government services in Raleigh and Wake County through this series of classes sponsored by the City. Students meet and interact with City and Wake County staff and other residents. They also gain the tools to become more actively involved in neighborhood and community organizations.
Classes typically take place on Thursday evenings during the spring and fall. Classes are held in various locations, with most in downtown Raleigh. To meet graduation requirements, students do homework and develop an idea for a neighborhood improvement project.
Enrollment is limited to 25 participants. The Community Services Department makes an effort to create a diverse enrollment, with participants from many different neighborhoods.
Those interested in attending the Neighborhood College are invited to submit an application (pdf).
The Neighborhood College is one of three programs offered by the Community Services Department to help residents develop their civic education and leadership potential. The others are the Citizens Leadership Academy, in which participants build skills to become neighborhood and community leaders, and the Raleigh Neighborhood Exchange, which brings residents together to share information about neighborhood matters.
For More Information Contact:
Charlene Willard
Community Specialist
Community Services Department
310 West Martin Street, Suite 201
Raleigh, NC 27601
919-996-5718
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