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The untapped energy of universities and other institutions of higher education to address regional issues seems endless. Issues less defined by political boundaries and increasingly defined by place call for a new type of engagement. This book discusses the challenges of engagement, but also the possibilities.

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9781862014572

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'Universities have traditionally approached local communities from the elitist view that they are places filled with needs . This book is an excellent guide to a new era of community-university relationships. It demonstrates in theory and practice that productive relationships depend upon understanding the assets of local communities and connecting them with the supportive assets of universities.' (John McKnight, Co-Director, Asset-Based Community Development Institute, Northwestern University, Illinois, USA) 'This is a timely and important book by two internationally acknowledged experts in the field. The strength of the book lies in its breadth of subject matter and the diversity of practice under discussion. The book rightly argues for flexible partnerships between universities and their communities, the creation of new community relevant knowledge and the pivotal role that universities can, and should, play in tackling local and regional issues. Highly recommended for anyone concerned with making universities more effective as agents of change.' (Rod Purcell, Director of Community Engagement, University of Glasgow, UK) 'Cities and regions change when leaders from government, business and civil society - embodying local diversity as far as possible without losing the capacity to compromise and act based on common interests - build action partnerships with sufficient clout to institute policies based on research and best practices. As one engaged in this effort in post-Katrina New Orleans, it has been my experience that there are two roles for universities within this action-oriented mix: As citizen-leaders in the consensus-building process and as guidance systemsA for those who are participating by giving ready access to research and best practices. The essays in this timely volume shed light on both roles.' (Michael A. Cowan, Common Good, Loyola University New Orleans, USA) 'Periods of economic stagnation or recession provide excellent opportunities for university agencies to apply their research and knowledge in ways that generate lasting benefits to society. PASCAL is unique in its ability bring together scholars and practitioners from around the world to address local concerns. This book is an outstanding example of approaches used by university agencies in working with practitioners to promote regional enrichment and should be read by those interested in trying new and innovative approaches.' (Norm Walzer, Senior Research Scholar, Center for Governmental Studies, Regional Development Institute, Northern Illinois University, and President of the Community Development Society, USA)

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Hans G. Schuetze is Professor Emeritus of the Department of Educational Studies, University of British Columbia, Canada; Patricia Inman is Senior Research Associate at the Center for Governmental Studies, Northern Illinois University, USA

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