September 15, 2022
Campus-Community Connections
A Publication of ITGA
ITGA News & Announcements
Highlight Your Town-Gown Partnerships in our Newsletter
Do you have something exciting that you'd like to share in our newsletter? We'd love to highlight the work you are doing to improve town-gown relations in your community. Reach out to Beth@itga.org with inquiries. We look forward to hearing from you!
Opportunities to Network with ITGA Colleagues
ITGA offers multiple ways to connect and network throughout the year. Be sure to check out the Upcoming Webinar page for opportunities to engage with peers and thought leaders. If you have an idea or topic that you'd like for us to consider, please send it to Beth@itga.org.
National & International Headlines
The Death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II
It is with great sadness that The University of Manchester learnt of the death of her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Her majesty holds a special place in our University's history. ITGA is extending heartfelt condolences to our friends and colleagues across the pond.
Reception Highlights Town-Gown Partnerships
On August 31, the InterCity Leadership Visit group from Athens, Ga., networked with their University of Alabama and Tuscaloosa city counterparts to discuss building town and gown relationships during the Art of Town and Gown Relationships Reception.
Water Crisis at Jackson State University
Some students responded to the crisis by getting involved in the community. The Mississippi Student Water Crisis Advocacy Team formed to deliver bottled water to elderly residents, those who have disabilities or don't have a car, junior Maisie Brown wrote in Essence magazine.
How One Rust Belt College is Transforming Its Food System
Kalamazoo Valley Community College has built a rare model aimed at connecting people through growing food, supporting local farmers, and educating a wide variety of community members. Valley Food Share boxes started in March 2019 to help alleviate student hunger.
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