Thinking and Doing -- Doing and Thinking: The University of Massachusetts Lowell and the Community Development Process.

Forrant, Robert; Silka, Linda

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Publication Date: 1999

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Thinking and Doing -- Doing and Thinking: The University of Massachusetts Lowell and the Community Development Process.

Forrant, Robert; Silka, Linda

American Behavioral Scientist, v42 n5 p814-26 Feb 1999

Discusses two areas central to the development mission of the University of Massachusetts (Lowell): (1) restructuring activities for a transformative effect on the regional economy while maintaining academic standards, and (2) who should be involved in these decisions. Reviews projects undertaken by the university under a community-outreach partnership grant. (DSK)

Descriptors: Academic Standards, Community Development, Economic Development, Higher Education, Public Service, School Community Programs, School Community Relationship

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