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FL (10/5/2007)
http://www.jacksonville.com/tu-online/stories/100407/opi_204996731.shtml
The barrier between town and gown can be a high one.
The lucky cities have universities that engage them and city leaders who return the favor.
Florida Campus Compact is a group that seeks to encourage those positive relationships by linking rigorous academic programs with meaningful civic activities.
I have seen that this work is bringing hope to one generation, which in turn will help future generations.
-Siramene Abraham, Florida Campus Compact AmeriCorps*VISTA member, Miami Dade College
