ISBN: 9781611860467 - the road half traveled: university engagement at a crossroads (transformation in higher education: the scholarship of engagement) (7 Ergebnisse)

Paperback. Zustand: Fair. A growing number of universities are dedicating resources to support their surrounding communities, but much potential for advancement remains. A university?s mission as an ?anchor institution,? as defined by the authors, is to consciously and strategically apply the institution?s long-term, place-based economic power, in combination with its human and intellectual resources, to better the welfare of the community in which it resides. Drawing on ten diverse universities as case studies, this eye-opening book explores practices and strategies that can be employed to improve conditions in low-income communities and emphasizes the critical roles of university leaders, philanthropy, and policy in this process. To date the most comprehensive account of the range of roles played by universities as anchors in their communities, The Road Half Traveled provides a forward-thinking perspective on new horizons in university and community partnership.…

Paperback. Zustand: Fair. 1. The item might be beaten up but readable. May contain markings or highlighting, as well as stains, bent corners, or any other major defect, but the text is not obscured in any way.

Zustand: Good. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Paperback. Zustand: Brand New. 1st edition. 266 pages. 10.00x7.00x0.50 inches. In Stock.

Zustand: New. 2012. Paperback. . . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland.

PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Zustand: New. pp. 266.