The Harrisonburg Citizen Academy is a 13 week program comprised of one 2-hour session per week designated to teach residents about the City and the services it provides. Participants will hear from different departments on their daily operations in a hands-on learning environment.

This program will be held on Thursday evenings from 6-8pm and runs from the end of August through the middle of November.

Applications will be accepted throughout the year and further communication will be made to confirm your attendance. 

[2.08MB] Citizen Academy Application [1]

The City is now accepting applications for the 2018 Citizen Academy. 

If you have any questions about the Citizen Academy, please consult the FAQ [2].  If you cannot find the answer you are looking for or would like more information on the next academy, please contact Mary-Hope Vass at 540-432-8931 or email MaryHope.Vass@HarrisonburgVA.gov [3].