There are many opportunities for networking at the ITGA Conference. Below are just a few ways:
From the optional UMD Golf Course Outing, the Professional Networking Event at City Hall or the DC Monument Night Tour, College Park is the place to be! Learn more. Registration required. The DC Monument Night Tour has limited space and is filling up quickly. Register ASAP!
The Pre-conference Workshop: From Turmoil to Triumph: Crisis Communications Tactics for Town & Gown. Space is limited. To register, click here.
The conference schedule will be available in early April. To register for the conference, click here. Registration rates increase April 20th.
Collaborative Community Conversations Spring Series - Register today!
Wednesday, April 3, 1:30-2:30pm (EDT): Community Outreach Service Days - Strategies for Successful Experiences for All - Attend this webinar and gain insights from leaders of successful community service programs at University of Georgia and Texas A&M who will share their experiences and strategies. Additionally, hear directly from a community partner from Athens-Clarke County Unified Government in Georgia about the importance of collaborating to create positive experiences for everyone involved. To register, click here.
Nominations for 2024 ITGA Presidential Excellence Award are Open!
In 2013, the Presidential Excellence Award was created as a way to highlight ITGA members who demonstrate exceptional performance in volunteer service, leadership, or educational achievement in town gown communities or for the ITGA. The ITGA Presidential Excellence Award is presented annually at the ITGA Conference. Submission deadline is April 15th. To learn more, click here.
The UKTGA Conference - Save the Date!
We are happy to announce that theUnited Kingdom Town Gown Association Conference will be in-person this year. Please mark 11-13 November 2024 on your calendars! More information will be available soon!
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