Shalom Staub's Legacy in Community Engagement at UCLA
Shalom Staub reflects on his legacy of community and connection
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Shalom Staub, retiring from UCLA, has significantly influenced community engagement and cultural competency throughout his career. His initiatives have integrated community-engaged learning into over 40 departments, fostering partnerships that enhance student experiences and address community needs in Los Angeles.
- 01Staub has a rich background in anthropology and folklore studies, serving as Pennsylvania's state folklorist and leading the Pennsylvania Heritage Affairs Commission.
- 02At UCLA, he established a community-engaged learning framework that spans more than 40 undergraduate and graduate departments.
- 03In 2022, he led the development of a strategic plan aimed at enhancing community engagement, supported by a network of community engagement advisors.
- 04The Social Impact Collaboratives program, initiated under Staub's leadership, funds research and creative projects that address equity in partnership with the community.
- 05UCLA's community-engaged scholarship framework is recognized as a model for other institutions, especially in promoting faculty engagement in community work.
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Shalom Staub, who will retire in June from his role as assistant vice provost and executive director of the UCLA Center for Community Engagement, has dedicated his career to advancing cultural competency and community engagement. With degrees in anthropology and folklore studies, Staub has held various influential positions, including state folklorist of Pennsylvania and director of the Pennsylvania Heritage Affairs Commission. At UCLA, he has embedded community-engaged learning into over 40 departments, creating a unified framework for faculty to design community-focused courses. His leadership in developing the strategic plan for community engagement has led to initiatives such as the Social Impact Collaboratives program, which funds community-based research. Recognized for its multilayered approach, UCLA serves as a model for community-engaged scholarship. Staub expresses deep appreciation for his colleagues and students, highlighting the rewarding connections and opportunities for students to explore impactful careers through community engagement.
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Staub's initiatives have strengthened the connection between UCLA and the Los Angeles community, enhancing educational opportunities for students while addressing local needs.
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