Becoming an engaged campus
Subtitle: a practical guide for institutionalizing public engagement
By: Carole A. Beere, James C. Votruba, Gail W. Wells
Contributors: Votruba, James C.; Wells, Gail W.
Edition: 1st ed.
Publisher: Jossey-Bass
Published: 2011
Place of publication: San Francisco, CA
Language: eng
Number of pages: 253
ISBN-13: 9780470532263
Subjects: EDUCATION / Higher; Higher Education; University cooperation; Community and college
Description: "There is a trend to have universities make a stronger commitment to community engagement. This book offers a how-to resource for campus leaders who want to take a strategic approach to creating change within the university and in relation to the community. It emphasizes what to do to expand community engagement at the university, and explains how to minimize the risks that can accompany this work. The authors provide a clear path to creating an engaged university and institutionalizing change so that it becomes integrated into the fabric of the university"--
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (p. 229-242) and index.