Family, Organizations, Community Contexts, and Systems
 This theme creates an understanding of the interrelationships
between and among families, organizations, and communities from a
systems view by examining the influences local, state, national, and
international relationships and policies have on the quality of life
of all citizens. Activities will, for example, address critical
issues related to economic and social development, family and
community well-being, social justice, international relationships
and development, and sustainable communities.
Sample blocks
A block is a group of people within or across neighborhoods who
develop strategies to work on mission-driven goals in teaching,
research, and/or engagement. Blocks are forming now.
- Community partnerships for promoting academic
and social success in schools (ComPASS)
- Immigrant student and parent issues
- Poverty and psychological development
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University Northside Partnership
Get involved!
You're welcome to join a block forming now or to suggest a new
one. Contact one of us or follow the instructions at
forming a neighborhood block.
Neighborhood leader:
Bill Doherty, Department of Family Social Science
professor
612-625-4752
bdoherty@umn.edu
Lead associate dean:
Heidi Barajas
associate dean for outreach and community engagement
612-625-4823
hbarajas@umn.edu
Other neighborhoods
Teaching and Learning
Social, Psychological, and Physical
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