The Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi Foundation presents the Healthy Hometown award annually to encourage and reward exemplary community health and wellness in municipalities across the state. Faculty and students will work alongside community leaders to create the grant application based on Charleston’s ordinances, policies, events, and programs. Read the final student report […]
University: University of Mississippi
2019 Healthy Hometown Application
The Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Mississippi Foundation presents the Healthy Hometown award annually to encourage and reward exemplary community health and wellness in minucipalities across the state. Faculty and students worked alongside community leaders to create the grant application based on Lexington’s environmental ordinances and policies, reduced tobacco use, community wellness infrastructure and […]
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 […]
Community Health and Wellness Policies as a Response to Health Disparities in Mississippi
Preventable chronic diseases are prevalent in Mississippi, and disproportionately affect Mississippians who are African American, have a lower socioeconomic status, and reside in rural areas. To address health disparities at the municipal level, the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Foundation holds an annual competition for grant funding through the Healthy Hometown Award, which recognizes policies […]
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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Resume and Career Building Workshops
Offer enrichment and programming to inspire college-going aspirations and civic engagement among youth participating in summer programs at the Community Student Learning Center and the Nollie Jenkins Family Center. 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 […]
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 […]
Branding and Marketing for City of Lexington
In an effort to promote its history and opportunities for tourism and economic development, the City of Lexington would like to enhance its branding and marketing efforts. Lexington has a rich Blues and music history, and features many historic houses and landmarks. Read the final student report delivered to the local gov/community partner. M Partner […]
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Expansion of the Biscuits and Jam Farmers’ Market
Explore best practices and make recommendations for expansion of the Biscuits and Jam Farmers’ Market in New Albany. Consider how the farmers’ market aligns with larger efforts around community health and wellbeing. Read the final student report delivered to the local gov/community partner. M Partner Contact Info Laura Martin M Partner Director and Associate Director […]
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Marketing for the Biscuits and Jam Farmers’ Market
Explore best practices and make recommendations for expansion of the Biscuits and Jam Farmers’ Market in New Albany. Students conducted research and compiled reports consisting of introductory framing, stakeholder assessment, local context, literature review, and policy recommendations. Read the final student report delivered to the local gov/community partner. M Partner Contact Info Laura Martin M […]
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