Civic Engagement Week 
Sept. 18-21, 2023 

Join the Office of Community Engagement for events that will help you make a difference in our community.  

Monday, Sept. 18 

Constitution Day Preamble Scramble 

10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 

Charles Cotrell Learning Commons 

Do you know the Preamble of the United States Constitution? Test your skills and earn a sweet treat! 

Sponsored by the Political Science Department and the Office of Community Engagement. 

Choco Meza Civic Engagement Events 

University Center, Conference Room A 

Noon to 2 p.m. 

Lunch and Speaker Panel 

Tus Derechos: The Status of Voting Rights in Texas and the U.S. 
Moderated by Charles Cotrell, Ph.D. (B.A. ‘62, M.A.’ 64), President and Professor Emeritus 
 
Featuring George Korbel, Civil Rights Attorney; Melissa Havrda (B.A. ’01., J.D. ’07), City of San Antonio District 6 Councilwoman; and Al Kaufmann, J.D., Professor of Law 

2 to 3 p.m. 

Civic Engagement Workshop: Learn How to Register Your Community to Vote 

3:15 to 4:15 p.m. 

Community Engagement Presentation: CliftonStrengths and Civic Engagement 

Sponsored by the Political Science Department, the Hispanic Heritage Month Committee, and the Office of Community Engagement. 

Tuesday, Sept. 19 

Register to Vote 

11 a.m. to 2 p.m. 

University Center, Atrium 

Join Jolt Initiative and get registered to vote in Bexar County. 

Wednesday, Sept. 20 

Merienda Marianista 

3:30 to 5 p.m. 

Contreras Student Lounge 

Build fellowship and enjoy a snack break to celebrate our Marianist family spirit. Pastries, coffee and tea will be available. 

Sponsored by the Center for Catholic Studies and the Office of Community Engagement. 

Trivia Night 

7 p.m. 

The Pub at St. Mary’s 

Test your knowledge about the United States Constitution and the Bill of Rights to earn exciting prizes! 

Sponsored by the University Programming Council, Political Science Department, and the Office of Community Engagement. 

Thursday, Sept. 21 

Blood Drive 

9 a.m. to 2 p.m. 

Lot J 

Preregister or walk in to participate in a blood drive hosted by the South Texas Blood and Tissue Center. 

To register, visit bit.ly/blood-drive-2023. 

Sponsored by Student Health and Wellness Programs and the Office of Community Engagement. 

For more information, contact Angela Zavala at [email protected].