Is Your Institution a Metropolitian University?
If your university serves an urban/metropolitan region and subscribes to the principles outlined in the Declaration of Metropolitan Universities, your administration should seriously consider joining the Coalition of Urban and Metropolitan Universities.
Historically, most universities have been associated with cities, but the relationship between "the town and the gown" has often been distant or abrasive. Today the metropolitan university cultivates a close relationship with the urban center and its suburbs, often serving as a catalyst for change and source of enlightened discussion. Leaders in government and business agree that education is the key to prosperity, and that metropolitan universities will be on the cutting edge of education not only for younger students, but also for those who must continually re-educate themselves to meet the challenges of the future.
The Coalition of Urban and Metropolitan Universities brings together institutions who share experiences and expertise to speak with a common voice on important social issues. A shared sense of mission is the driving force behind Coalition membership. However, the Coalition also offers a number of tangible benefits: ten free subscriptions to Metropolitan Universities, additional copies at special rates to distribute to boards and trustees, a newsletter on government and funding issues, a clearinghouse of innovative projects, and reduced rates at Coalition conventions. As a Metropolitan Universities subscriber, you can help us by bringing both the journal and the Coalition to the attention of your administration. To obtain additional information about coalition membership, please view the subscription information and/or contact:
Bobbie O'Connell
Coalition Administrator