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Track 1: Room 2212-Banneker Title: Bringing Together Town & Gown Through the ITGA Certificate Program: An Inaugural and Innovative Approach Abstract: Join this session and learn how Laramie, WY brought together key leaders from the University of Wyoming, WyoTech, Laramie County Community College, the City of Wyoming and Albany County to strengthen town-gown relationships. With the end goal of developing an advisory board and creating a five year strategic plan, ITGA partnered with the Laramie Town-Gown Committee to customize an online modular program and sent in two facilitators to advise on the process, creating a consulting arm that ITGA envisioned for years. This session is for anyone desiring to improve town-gown relationships in their community. Presenters: Tracy Young, Community Engagement Consultant, Albany County; Sheriff Aaron Appelhans, Albany County Sheriff's Office, Laramie, WY; Randall M-J Edouard, Vice President for Student Affairs and Dean of Students, Old Westbury, NY; Greg McDanel, City Manager, City of Maryville, MO; Others TBD |
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Track 2: Room 2208-Jimenez Title: Great Big ITGA Pub Quiz Abstract: Back by popular demand, this highly interactive session will engage delegates as they collaborate in teams to answer a series of questions on a range of Town/Gown topics. Come and join is in a room that looks nothing like a traditional British pub to test your knowledge, work with colleagues and have a ton of fun in a truly international experience – there may even be traditional British pub snacks! Presenters: Cooper Healey - Manager, Manchester Student Homes and ITGA President-Elect; David Barrington, Off Campus Student Affairs, Manchester Student Homes |
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Track 2: Room 2113-Marshall Title: Literacy and Sports: A Partnership for Active Learning Abstract: Reading on grade level in 3rd grade is a significant predictor of later life potential. Currently, fewer than 50% of 3rd grade students in the Clarke County School District (CCSD) are reading on grade level. This session will explore an innovative after-school sports and literacy program designed by the University of Georgia and CCSD to generate enthusiasm around reading and mentorship. Participants will discuss the program pilot year, examine the collaboration, and evaluate program impact. Presenters: Alison McCullick, Director of Community Relations, University of Georgia; Josh Podvin, Assistant Director for Community Partnerships, University of Georgia, Office of Service-Learning |
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Track 2: Room 2203-Carroll Title: Rallies, Protests, Demonstrations and other Free Expression on Campus Abstract: Public colleges and universities are places where students must express their opinions freely, even when those positions are deemed to be offensive or hate speech. We will discuss students right to free expression, managing rallies and demonstrations on campus and building partnerships across to support students on both sides of an issue. We will have an opportunity to discuss the challenges and successes we have faced in an ever-evolving campus climate. Presenters: Kerri Willson, Associate Dean of Students and Director of Off Campus Living and Community Initiatives; Anne Newman, Senior Associate Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs and Dean of Students; Rutgers University - New Brunswick; Sgt. Marlise Correa, Rutgers University Police Department |
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Track 3: Room 1238-Nanticoke Title: Healthy Places: Art, Equity and Community Health Along Maryland’s Purple Line Abstract: The Purple Line, a planned light rail project, is poised to have a transformative impact on the University of Maryland campus and surrounding communities. Learn about a coalition-based equitable development response, and a new participatory action and power building research partnership between the UMD-based Purple Line Corridor Coalition, the Center for Health Equity, the Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center, and community partners like the Latin American Youth Center. Presenters: Sheila Somashekhar, Purple Line Corridor Coalition Director, UMD National Center for Smart Growth; Meg Jordan, UMD Center for Health Equity |
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Track 3: Room 2108-Pyon Su Title: Responding to the Market: Understanding Challenges and Potential Solutions Abstract: This presentation explores the evolving landscape of student housing across the country, emphasizing the changing market dynamics and their impact on campuses like the University of Tennessee, Knoxville (UTK). We will examine the unique hurdles students across the country experience and how universities & city officials are responding. This presentation will be a collaborative roundtable discussion exploring strategies and initiatives aimed at supporting off-campus students in navigating the shifting housing landscape. Presenters: Thomas Boleyn, Program Director Off Campus Student Life at University of Tennessee, Knoxville; Tiffany Crosby, Senior Director and Brittaney Deighan, Director, University Relations, Off Campus Partners |