The Center for Economic and Civic Learning (CECL) and The Good Society: A Journal of Civic Studies invite Ball State faculty and graduate students to contribute academic book reviews for a special issue focused on “Dialogue, Deliberation, and Community in Civic Life.”
We are currently soliciting reviews of the following works:
- The Resilient University: How Purpose and Inclusion Drive Student Success By Freeman A. Hrabowski III, with Peter H. Henderson, Lynne C. Schaefer, and Philip J. Rous
- Awakening Democracy through Public Work: Pedagogies of Empowerment By Harry C. Boyte
Both books cover themes that include civic engagement, democratic education, and institutional transformation. Reviewers will receive a complimentary copy of the book and will have their work considered for publication in The Good Society, a peer-reviewed journal indexed in SCOPUS and dedicated to advancing interdisciplinary civic studies.
Book Review Guidelines:
- Length: 2,000–3,000 words
- Style: Analytical and reflective, engaging the book’s themes in relation to civic life, education, and democratic practices
- Audience: Academics, educators, graduate students, and civic leaders
Include:
Suggested Format:
- A brief overview of the book’s argument and organization
- Engagement with the book’s key contributions
- Assessment of strengths, weaknesses, and significance
- Discussion of the work’s relevance to civic studies, education, democracy, or inclusion
- References to related works or traditions where appropriate
Submission Instructions: If you are interested or have questions please contact Dr. David J. Roof at djroof@bsu.edu
Deadline for the Review: April 29, 2025
This opportunity is ideal for graduate students, new faculty, and established scholars interested in education reform, civic engagement, and the future of democratic practice.