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UTS Generates Civic Activism
November 03, 2005
The "town and gown" relationship between many schools and their local
communities is a difficult one, but in the case of UTS and its
neighbors, the relationship is warm and growing.
UTS is hosting two community meetings at which the candidates for local
offices will be introducing themseves and presenting their views and
values.
Our local Town Supervisor is bringing the Democratic candidates on
Sunday, November 6, following worship service. The candidates will join
us for lunch and then introduce themselves and we will launch the
discussion.
On Monday evening, November 7, a nearby mayor is bringing the
Republican candidates for coffee and discussion.
In addition, UTS admissions director Henry Christopher has joined the
local Historical Society, and is drawing attention to the rich history
of the UTS property, in particular the Massena House.
The village's Trails Committee is continuing its research and
development on Father's Trail, which is on the way to fulfilling the
Founder's vision for the property, stated almost thirty years ago. In a
speech entitled "Living Sacrifice," Reverend Moon said that all are
welcome to enjoy the natural beauty of the seminary grounds.
"At Barrytown we welcome not only Bard College people, but also the
local villagers. We even made a special nature trail where they can
walk when they want to visit. Barrytown is for the benefit of all."
(May 8, 1977)
UTS is presently working with a local Land Trust to procure the
enjoyment of Father's Trail for generations to come.
Finally, UTS in September convened a meeting with its neighbors to
discuss the trails and the developing Campus Master Plan. A few weeks
later, at a meeting that included representatives of state-level
non-profit environmental agencies, UTS was praised repeatedly for
setting the highest standard for an educational institution in reaching
out to its neighbors and developing an inclusive vision that benefits
all.
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