AHC seminars - SIM civics: seminars for innovative civics education

Black Hills State University (BHSU) received a $2.136 million Project Grant from the U.S. Department of Education's Office of Elementary and Secondary Education under the American History and Civics Education program (CFDA 84.422) on October 1, 2025, with a completion date of September 30, 2026. The award supports "AHC Seminars - Sim Civics: Seminars for Innovative Civics Education," a one-year initiative designed to advance civics education through seminars and educational programming.

Under this grant, BHSU will develop and deliver seminars and instructional resources to improve the quality of teaching and learning in American civics and government. The project aligns with the broader federal program objectives of supporting innovative instructional strategies, professional development for educators, and evidence-based approaches to civics education. As a public research university with established expertise in educational program development and federal grant management, BHSU will leverage its institutional capacity to create seminars and related educational materials that enhance civics instruction for K-12 educators and students.