Leonora Souza Paula, Assistant Professor in the Department of English at Michigan State University, was named to the 2025-2026 Cohort of Engaged Scholars selected by Campus Compact, a nationally recognized nonprofit that strives to strengthen partnerships between higher education institutions and communities.

This yearlong leadership and professional development program is designed to deepen community-engaged scholarship. Participants were selected for their commitment to expanding access and opportunities in civic and community engagement across their respective fields.

Paula joins 17 other engaged scholars from 18 institutions in the 2025-2026 cohort, including Maggie Williams, Assistant Professor in the College of Engineering at Michigan State University.