Home page of the Living Democracy program
Living Democracy brings together students and citizens to collaborate on issues of concern to Alabama communities. Coordinated by the Caroline Marshall Draughon Center for the Arts and Humanities in the College of Liberal Arts at Auburn University and the David Mathews Center for Civic Life, the project prepares undergraduate college students for civic life through living-learning experiences in the summer.
- May 26, 2021
- Elba Housing Authority sees room for growth with new construction
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Housing is often something many take for granted. However, some people do not have access to adequate affordable housing. In Elba, the Housing Authority works to make sure public housing is available to those who need extra support.
- By Oquendo Bernard
- May 25, 2021
- Delivery Day: Collinsville Public Library distributes books to local elementary school
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The sun was beaming, and the bags were sealed as staff at the Collinsville Public Library and the elementary school distributed over 130 free books to second and third graders.
- By Laney Mayfield
- May 24, 2021
- "Revolution of Joy" arrives in Camden
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The walls of Camden, Alabama, got a lot brighter as citizens came together to add a new treasure to the historic downtown on Mother’s Day weekend.
- By Lauren Landers
- May 19, 2021
- Collinsville Public Library plans busy summer
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The Collinsville Public Library will kick off its summer reading programming with literacy-based events and a historical display for all to see.
- By Laney Mayfield
- May 17, 2021
- Living Democracy 2021 Begins
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Three 2021 Auburn University Living Democracy students will spend their summer living and learning in the Alabama communities of Camden, Collinsville, and Elba.