Canes for Change is a residential community where a select group of students, who share a common interest for diversity and social justice, live together. Faculty and staff Educational Partners (EPs) help plan events on and off-campus, encompassing various social justice topics. Students who participate in Canes for Change will explore their identity, develop a greater appreciation for others’ identities, examine current affairs, explore various social justice topics, and articulate their experiences clearly.

Email housing@louisburg.edu to apply today! 

 

Requirements:

• Students move on campus early in August to attend Canes for Change orientation and assist with new student move-in
• Students must participate in at least three events per semester (six per year), including the pre-and post-discussions that accompany each event. Activities vary year to year and include on and off-campus opportunities, all expenses paid.
• Students must attend an end of the fall semester celebration, typically in December.
• At the end of the spring semester, students will share their experiences with the Louisburg College community -faculty, staff, and students during a planned showcase.

 

Living Arrangements:

Female students live in the Joyner House and males in Davis Hall.

 

Participant Benefits:

• Explore self-identity and develop a greater appreciation for the identities of others
• A great experience that future colleges and employers will value on résumés.
• Connect and network with faculty and staff, as well as community leaders
• Transportation to and from events with all expenses paid, including any admission or meal costs
• End of the semester celebrations, awards, and special recognition
• Free Canes for Change LLC gear