A FREE course designed to establish a foundation of civic knowledge for engaged citizens in Colorado Springs and El Paso County.

Individuals who participate in Neighborhood University will be eligible to serve as board members within CONO’s Neighborhood Networks.

The goal of Neighborhood University is to educate, equip, and engage residents to serve as effective community leaders. Neighborhood University connects residents to decision-makers and teaches residents how to navigate local government, advocate for neighborhoods, build consensus with neighbors, and solve macro-community problems.

Neighborhood University is held twice a year. The spring cohort is in March-May and the fall cohort is in September-November.

The in-person classes are for 10 weeks. Students will be required to attend every class. Orientation and graduation are optional.

Official dates are added to the section below when they become available.

During this course, you will learn how to:

1. Build relationships with other community leaders

2. Organize people with effective strategies around a cause

3. Examine complex problems with unbiased inquiry

4. Acquaint yourself with the responsibilities of local government

5. Navigate the public process with confidence

ANYONE!

The ideal candidate is anyone with a passion for the community and who wants to get involved. They can take the skills we teach and apply them to strengthen their community.