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Mission
The mission of Town and Gown is to strengthen relationships between the University of Central Florida and the community.
Everything we do must tie into the mission.
The Beginning
• Founded in 1982
• Volunteer — friendship-based as opposed to fundraising group
• Comprised of Town (Central Florida community members) •and Gown (UCF community members)
Membership
• Board of directors adopted 60% town and 40% gown goal for active membership; the council is a community-based organization
• Membership not automatic
• Targeted guests encouraged
Responsibilities
• To provide a forum for connecting the Town and Gown
• To provide information about the university
• To encourage the building of relationships
Role of an Ambassador
Expectations
• Keep informed about the university
• Spread the Word about the university’s accomplishments
• Connect the university and the community
Benefits
• To develop friendships in an intimate setting
• To create excitement about programs and people
• To come away with meaningful knowledge
• To develop network
Looking Forward
• Increase partnering with other UCF entities
• Target membership and institute mentor program
• Target audience for programs
• Continue community-wide events
• Increase student involvement
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