“Why Civics Now?”
Last updated Friday, January 30, 2026 at 1:50 PM
Former Governor Mark Schweiker and State Representative Tim Brennan helped kick off the College’s year-long American Civics Series on January 29 at the Newtown Campus
Bucks County Community College officially launched a year-long American Civics Series in celebration of America 250 with a forum titled “Why Civics Now? The Role of Informed Citizens in Democracy” on Thursday, January 29 on the Newtown Campus. The forum and Q&A featured Former Governor Mark Schweiker, a BCCC alumnus who serves as honorary co-chair of the statewide America250PA effort, and State Representative Tim Brennan (D-29).
The event also introduced upcoming America 250 programming, including an eight-week civics education course from March through May. For event details and registration information, visit Bucks Celebrates America 250.
Former Governor Mark Schweiker, the honorary co-chair of America250PA, and State Representative Tim Brennan (D-29) kicked off the College’s America 250 celebration at the official launch of a year-long American Civics Series on January 29 at the Newtown Campus. Members of the College’s Board of Trustees, students, faculty, staff, and community members were in attendance. (CREDIT: Eric Parker, BCCC)
Former Governor Mark Schweiker, honorary co-chair of America250PA, spoke about the pivotal role citizenship plays in today’s society at Bucks County Community College January 29. The BCCC alumnus emphasized that civic-minded action is what drives the robust volunteer sector across the United States, and highlighted how engaged, informed citizens strengthen communities and our democracy. (CREDIT: Eric Parker, BCCC)
At a public forum January 29 at Bucks County Community College, State Representative Tim Brennan (D-29) noted that a strong culture of volunteerism is at the very core of citizenship. State Representative Brennan reinforced the idea that civic participation, whether through service, voting, or local engagement, is essential to sustaining a healthy democracy. (CREDIT: Eric Parker, BCCC)