PIRG's Higher Education project is devoted to expanding the opportunity of a college education to all Americans and strengthening our democracy by building an enlightened citizenry. The Center for Campus Free Speech defends the spirit of lively debate on campus and protects students' rights to organize.
Participation is the lifeblood of democracy.
Without youth participation, our representatives will remain deaf to our concerns - whether they be for a clean and safe environment, a sustainable economy, or government fiscal accountability. The Student Public Interest Research Groups , or PIRGs, were started 20 years ago by students wanting to study, learn about, and act on the pressing social problems of the day. PIRG Campus Chapters combine the energy and idealism of college students with the experience and expertise of a professional staff to promote the public interest. Campaign jobs Work on a campaign run by the State PIRGs or other national and local environmental groups. You can make money, make friends and make a difference on critical environmental issues.