Note: please note that this page should (a) link back to the issue overview on this topic, (b) be focused either the local, state, national, or global level, and (c) be neutrally presented, based on facts, and include footnotes for each of the items.  See the Research Guide and Information Sources to assist you. 

• Link here to the Youth Voice within Campuses overview page.

Scope of the Problem  factual statements on the extent of the problem in the past, current, or future

How to get students involved in a community that they will almost certainly not be a part of after they complete their education. Non-government policy or similar majors/disciplines do not have a natural interest in civic engagement, how do we get them to participate? Due to the slow nature of the bureaucracy, students do not feel that their input has an affect on campus.

Past Policy  key legislation and milestones including significant policy and funding shifts, major studies, etc.

• In the past, youth participation was displayed through protests, actions, etc. Since then, formal student government organizations have formed throughout campuses in all levels of higher education.  

Current Policy  summary of current policies in the form of legislation, programs, and funding

• Technically, the structure is open for youth engagement. In fact, according to Wisconsin state law, shared governance requires that students have a voice in all student-life decisions. But in practice it is difficult to engage students who would not otherwise participate.

   

Key Organizations/Individuals   contacts for public and private organizations and key individuals

• Associated Students of Madison

• Student Government Association (Edgewood College)

• MATC Student Senate

• Wisconsin Youth Voice 

Bibliography   web sites, reports, articles, and other reference material 

• http://www.asm.wisc.edu/about-us.html