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Track 1: Room 1107-Atrium Title: The 10 Principles of Strategic Planning to Shape Effective Town-Gown Relations: Lessons Learned from the UK and USA Abstract: This session will provide attendees with a comprehensive understanding of the challenges and opportunities that arise during strategic planning in higher education and the implications for effective town-gown relations. By sharing theoretical frameworks and real-life case studies, attendees will gain practical insights and strategies for effective strategic planning in their own institutions. Presenters: Poppy Humphrey, Director of Standards and Accountability, LINK Strategic Partners |
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Track 1: Room 2212-Banneker Title: More Sports. More Bang. Just Do It. Abstract: Clemson University Athletics has a very profound economic impact on the City of Clemson. Clemson Athletics brings various student athletes and spectators to the City of Clemson. This presentation will show how any city and a university, no matter the size, can work together to create multiple mutually beneficial economic opportunities for college towns. Presenters: Robert Halfacre, Mayor, City of Clemson; Julio Hernandez, Assistant to the President for Community Outreach and Engagement, Clemson University |
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Track 1: Room 1238-Nanticoke Title: Connection through Crisis: An Innovative Approach to Addressing Mental Health Emergencies On Campus and in Our Community Abstract: This presentation will provide information on the benefits of having the first 24/7 campus-based mobile crisis team available to students and community members. We will examine the formation of the Behavioral Health CrisisSupport Team (BHCST) and critical initial conversations with administrators, students, and community partners. This presentation will also discuss BHCST’s relationship with its community partners and the challenges and lessons learned in responding to on and off-campusbehavioral crises. Presenters: Kim Sutter, BHCST Lead Clinician, Zach Pocchia, BHCST Clinician, Jon Walter, Student Community Liaison, Johns Hopkins University Behavioral Health Crisis Support Team (BHCST) |
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Track 2: Room 2208-Jimenez Title: Windows of Understanding: Employing Public Art to Bridge Communities Abstract: Windows of Understanding is a social justice initiative that uses art as a scaffold to highlight positive impacts being made across timely issues facing local communities. The project commissions site specific Public Art across multiple municipalities, partnering with local businesses to host the art in main street spaces; Programming to foster dialogue around pressing issues hosted by participating civic organizations; and School Partnerships with art classes, art clubs, and other curricula including hands-on workshops and youth art exhibitions. Presenters: Cassandra Oliveras-Moreno, Administrator, Communications & Collaboration at Mason Gross School of the Arts, Rutgers University; Tracey O'Reggio Clark, Executive Director, New Brunswick Cultural Center and Division Head, Arts & Community Development, Arts Institute of Middlesex County; Jennifer Sevilla: Board President, New Brunswick Public Schools |
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Track 2: Room 2108-Pyon Su Title: Revitalizing Main Street: Creating Cultural Space for Town/Gown Connections Abstract: Successful downtowns invite people to interact and town/gown relationships to thrive. While working, shopping, and dining meet important needs, arts and entertainment are the lifeblood of vibrant communities. Multiple funding programs encourage host communities and anchor institutions to utilize cultural organizations and event spaces to draw people downtown, build ties, feature diverse voices, and catalyze new development. This session introduces lessons learned across the country and a tool to build funding strategies. Presenter: Christina Kruise, Planning Leader, Senior Associate, DLR Group |
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Track 2: Room 2203-Carroll TED Style Talk Sessions: Join this popluar style of presentation that we're offering again this year! Topics include: Advantages of BEEcoming a Bee City/Campus USA Affiliate; A Mayor Reflects - Challenges and Opportunities of a University Community; A Model to Build University/Industry Relationships to Enhance Academic Programming and Workforce/Economic Development. Each have 20 minutes to talk about topics they are passionate about. There will be a lot of content so no time for Q&A. Presenters: Alan Hew, City Councilmember, City of College Park; Andrew M. Fellows, Faculty Research Specialist, University of Maryland, College of Information Studies; David Buonora, Business Partnerships Program Director and Tom Clifford, Business Partnerships Program Director, Universities at Shady Grove |