ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥¼ä

The Town & Gown Partnership at ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥¼ä State University has 28 current partners representing both small and large businesses in our area as well as our city and county leadership. The Town & Gown partnership is actively involved in enhancing the quality of living and learning in our communities through various avenues. We take great pride in knowing that 75% of the partnership fee is invested directly into the community through sponsorship of community events and activities, while 25% is invested in special programming for our partners.

Investing in our Community and Our University

• Supported the Town & Gown Partnership ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥¼ä, which served as the first stop of the 2025 Listening and Learning Tour, providing an opportunity for community leaders and university stakeholders to engage with ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥¼ä State leadership.
• Partnered with the President's Office to support the Oakhurst Open House, welcoming community members to connect with university leadership and learn more about ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥¼ä State's vision and priorities.
• Supported the Nonprofit Connections Event, which showcases local nonprofit organizations and strengthens connections between ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥¼ä State University and community partners.
• Provided support for ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥¼ä on the Farm, highlighting the impact of agriculture and community engagement in the region.
• Supported activities associated with the Presidential Inauguration, celebrating a significant milestone in the university's history.

Investing in Culture

• Supported three annual community concerts featuring the Town & Gown Community Band and Chorale, providing free, family-friendly entertainment for the community in June, July, and December.
• Sponsored a summer community concert as part of the Rotary Concert Series at Central Park, featuring ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥¼ä State students, faculty, community members, and local high school students, with attendance of approximately 300 people.
• Partnered with the ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥¼ä Art Guild during Philanthropy Week, including transportation for students to attend the Guild's Open House and engage with the local arts community.

Investing in Our Partners

• Provided partners with opportunities to engage directly with university leadership, faculty, staff, and students through exclusive events and programs.
• Hosted the annual Town & Gown Partnership ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥¼ä and other engagement opportunities designed to foster collaboration between the university and the community.
• Continued to build relationships that enhance the quality of life and learning throughout the region while supporting ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥¼ä State University's mission and strategic priorities.