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An art professor’s journey through Italy has inspired a unique creative challenge at Ohio Northern University. In the Visual Literacy classroom, students are dreaming up their own 21st century “utopia,” using five historic Italian towns as a launchpad for their own visions.

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The partnership will support an increased police presence in the area known as “The Square” during high-activity periods. This partnership is what smart public safety collaboration looks like,” said San Marcos Police Chief Stan Standridge.

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As a member of the ITGA, you are part of a growing network of campus and community members from across the United States, Canada and the United Kingdom. ITGA is the only professional association that brings together town and gown leaders to address topics of mutual interest, share promising practices and address the most pressing issues facing campus communities today.

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"I found the ITGA certificate program to be a valuable learning experience. The faculty in the program were real-life practitioners who are passionate and knowledgeable in their respective fields. This program helped me be more aware of opportunities I can take home and try immediately."

"As Mayor of a University community, I feel that the knowledge I gained from the modules will assist me in making a bigger difference in our community."

"I plan to pursue a career in higher education administration, so the certificate will help boost my credentials and give me better knowledge of town-gown relations."

"It required me to analyze the relationship between town and university in a defined framework. I am continually analyzing the world around me, but often it is less useful unless there is a framework to use."

"I appreciate the balance of theory and practice."

What I appreciate was the "...networking, meeting peers, having an opportunity to feel like I belonged/was connected." 90% of 2019's attendees said the certificate level course is applicable to any attendee!"

More than 250 professionals have completed the ITGA Certificate in Town Gown Relations since 2012, representing the US, UK, and Canada.