Engage Dallas

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Engage Dallas is a place-based community engagement initiative via SMU’s Residential Commons to address community needs focusing on South and West Dallas. The initiative is a long-term, university-wide commitment led by students to partner with local residents, organizations, and other leaders to positively impact the community. There is equal emphasis on campus and community impact stemming from the initiative.
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    Upcoming Opportunities and Events

    • CM x Wesley Rankin

      Tuesday, March 24, 2026, 5:45pm — Private Location (sign in to display) Students will help facilitate arts and crafts activities for children in Wesley-Rankin’s after-school program. Volunteers will assist with setting up ...

    • Engage Dallas Office Hours

      Wednesday, March 25, 2026, 5:00pm — Private Location (sign in to display) Have questions about Engage Dallas? Need help with the Basics? Ask at the Engage Dallas Office Hours! You can meet with one of the Engage Dallas Area ...

    • MHPS x Engage Dallas: Intensive English Program

      Friday, March 27, 2026, 12:30pm — Private Location (sign in to display) The Intensive English Program allows SMU students to connect with English language learners who are seeking advanced degrees. Come hang out, play...

    • KCC x Engage Dallas: Trinity River Audubon Center

      Saturday, March 28, 2026, 9:00am — Private Location (sign in to display) Come join us in supporting conservation efforts along the Trinity River, and get 3 hours of Direct Service! Students will participate in removing...

    • Engage Dallas Office Hours

      Wednesday, April 01, 2026, 5:00pm — Private Location (sign in to display) Have questions about Engage Dallas? Need help with the Basics? Ask at the Engage Dallas Office Hours! You can meet with one of the Engage Dallas Area ...

    • Engage Dallas Office Hours

      Wednesday, April 08, 2026, 5:00pm — Private Location (sign in to display) Have questions about Engage Dallas? Need help with the Basics? Ask at the Engage Dallas Office Hours! You can meet with one of the Engage Dallas Area ...

    • Engage Dallas Office Hours

      Wednesday, April 15, 2026, 5:00pm — Private Location (sign in to display) Have questions about Engage Dallas? Need help with the Basics? Ask at the Engage Dallas Office Hours! You can meet with one of the Engage Dallas Area ...