About the Partnership

Mission

The mission of the Mansfield Community-Campus Partnership is a collaborative, ongoing partnership between Mansfield residents, students and the University of Connecticut to improve the quality of life for all members of the community. Currently the group is developing short term strategies and long term goals for the partnership.

History

In the spring of 2003 the President of the University of Connecticut appointed a Task Force on Alcohol and Other Drugs. One central recommendation was to create a Community-campus partnership to work together to address the issues facing Mansfield and University of Connecticut communities such as irresponsible behavior under the influence. President Austin and Mayor Paterson appointed founding members of the two communities to the partnership this Fall. The members include students, community residents, town officials, police officials, and faculty and staff of the University. The partnership is co-chaired by Mayor Betsy Paterson and Dr. Julie Elkins, Assistant to the Vice President for Student Affairs.

1. To foster a culture of involvement on campus and within the greater Mansfield Community.
   
   
2. To reduce irresponsible behavior for part-time and full-time Mansfield residents.
   
   
3. To develop collaborative approaches to work with property owners and area businesses to ensure responsible practices.
   
   
4. To assist and support students in becoming integrated members of the Mansfield community.
   
   
5. To increase awareness of and participation in the Partnership.
   
   
6. To facilitate open, ongoing discussions on community issues.
   
   
7. To serve as an advisory group on town and university initiatives.