Background
3D uses as its model Critical Encounters, the campus-wide, civic engagement initiative created by Columbia College. Critical Encounters was presented at an American Association of Colleges and Universities conference attended by Cheryl Johnson (HR) and Cynthia Johnson (Community Development) in fall 2007.
The concept was presented to faculty, staff, administration, and student leaders as a way to address COD concerns: How can we create a unified college community? Where/how can we come together?
Primary premise
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Through 3D, the college can address controversial social topics in such a manner that creative thinking is encouraged and all constituencies are engaged.
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Right now is the perfect opportunity to start a discourse community.
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Through 3D, COD can interface with the community meaningfully and dynamically.
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Initial 3D launch committee: Cynthia Johnson, Community Specialist; Steve Gustis, Service Learning Coordinator; Linda Elaine, English Professor; Meryl Sussman, AVP Community Affairs & Economics; Chris Picard, VP Academic Affairs
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