The Joint Educational Project (JEP) is a partnership started in 1972 between the University of Southern California and eight public schools. It has achieved a number of purposes ranging from development of new curricula and conduct of applied research to making the university and community a friendlier place. A project description tells how JEP began and grew, how it works, and its value for partici- pating institutions and people. The strategy that guided its development is described. Suggestions are made for the adaptation of the model for other postsecondary institutions and schools. The report is written for university, college, and community college educators who would like to develop a new urban oriented or career oriented curricula or more effective community service programs in an economical way. It is also for elementary and secondary school educators who would like assistance in individualizing instruction, enriching curricula, offering bilingual and multicultural programs, and developing parent involvement in programs economically. (MSE)