Sept. 26, 2024

ITGA News and Announcements

Increasing the "I" in ITGA: Expanding ITGA's Global Reach

On August 9, the ITGA Board of Directors unanimously approved a membership merger between ITGA and the United Kingdom Town and Gown Association (UKTGA). This merger represents a significant step forward in our shared mission to strengthen the bond between universities and the communities they call home,” said Cooper Healey, ITGA president and Manager of Manchester Student Homes.

The UKTGA Conference Programme is Live!

This year’s event is packed with dynamic sessions and thought-provoking discussions, featuring an incredible lineup of speakers from across the UK and our ITGA colleagues from the U.S. and Canada. It’s shaping up to be an unforgettable experience with a mixture of engaging workshops, presentations and TED Talks.

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National and International Headlines

ASU Students Impact Arizona Communities Through Design Innovation

Graduate planning students received three local and national awards for solving real-world planning challenges with community partners.

These Six Towns in the Northern United States Have Bustling Main Streets

Surrounded by picture-perfect scenery, these towns are not only rich in history, but they’re also brimming with successful local businesses and tourist attractions making them extremely popular destinations for tourists.

Athabasca University Cuts Tuition by 10% for Indigenous Students

The 10% tuition reduction was approved by AU’s board of governors earlier this year and came into effect on Sept. 1, 2024. The reduction applies to tuition fees for undergraduate courses.

Homecoming Window Painting Event Hosted by Student Alumni Council

The window painting event has been a tradition for over 16 years. It was originally a partnership with local businesses and shops to involve them in ISU's homecoming festivities.

Urban Planner Reveals How Layout of College Towns Impact Students' University Experience

A TikTok video is triggering mass nostalgia for college life, but not for the reasons you might expect. It's not about wild parties or late-night study sessions — it's all about walkability.

Campus-Community Parades: The Big Picture

The Millersville Parade, now in its 27^th year, was started in 1997 by a group of volunteers dedicated to improving the relationships between the Borough of Millersville, Millersville University, Manor Township, and surrounding communities.