StartUp Camp for Young Entrepreneurs is designed to train middle school students in business development, marketing, and negotiation strategies. The camp is a weeklong, residential summer program on the campus of the University of Mississippi that challenges students to develop an entrepreneurial mindset and create business ideas that will address unmet needs in their communities. […]
Lead Local Gov / Community Partner Org Name: New Albany
McLean Entrepreneurial leadership Program
The McLean Entrepreneurial Leadership Program is a weeklong, residential summer program on the campus of the University of Mississippi. The purpose of the McLean Entrepreneurial Leadership Program is to foster dialogue about how Mississippi can utilize resources through the University of Mississippi to address some of the state’s most pressing needs. Outcomes of the program […]
Branding and Marketing for the City of New Albany
The City of New Albany has a marketing presence in print and social media, and is interested in developing a cohesive brand identity that encompasses the city’s sense of place and its assets such as schools, housing, healthcare, business and industry, recreation and location. The marketing and branding plan should capture the essence of the […]
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Recommendations for Future Growth and Development of Parks and Recreation System
The City of New Albany is committed to a quality parks and recreation system that delivers high-quality parks, trails, recreation programs, facilities, and events for all residents, while contributing to the economic well-being of the City. Faculty and students conducted research to provide a guide for future growth and development of New Albany’s parks and […]
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Team Up to Clean Up Beautification Initiative
Support beautification and recycling efforts in New Albany, with a dual emphasis on reaching business owners and youth in order to create a culture of environmental stewardship and sustainability. Read the final student report delivered to the local gov/community partner. M Partner Contact Info Laura Martin M Partner Director and Associate Director of the McLean […]
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Community and Economic Development with Three Rivers Planning and Development District
Support initiatives to attract new business to New Albany and Union County through site identifications, Request for Information applications, and presentations to communicate the value of doing business in the area. Read the final student report delivered to the local gov/community partner. M Partner Contact Info Laura Martin M Partner Director and Associate Director of […]
Youth Financial Literacy and College Preparation
Offer enrichment and programming to inspire college-going aspirations and civic engagement among youth participating in summer programs at the Boys and Girls Club of New Albany. Youth also participated in an official community input session that is part of the Comprehensive Planning Process for the City of New Albany. Read the final student report delivered […]
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Framework for Leadership New Albany
Many community leaders in New Albany participated in leadership development programs through Dr. Vaughn Grisham, the founding director of the McLean Institute. There is interest in creating a similar leadership program for the next generation of diverse community leaders in New Albany and Union County. The M Partner Summer Intern researched best practices and prepared […]
Assessment of Programs and Services at the Union County Library
Libraries are important cornerstones of a healthy community, as they provide the opportunity to find jobs, explore medical research, experience new ideas, get lost in wonderful stories, and provide a sense of place for gathering. The Union County Library is often the only readily available source of comprehensive information needed by people for personal, family […]
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Oral History of the North and Southside New Albany
In the mid-20th century, the North and Southside neighborhoods of New Albany were cultural hubs and home to thriving black-owned businesses. B.B King played at a café in New Albany, and Blues musician Sam Mosely traces his musical roots to this community. This history has largely been neglected, and community leaders are interested in collecting […]
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