At East Tennessee State University, we are deeply committed to fostering meaningful partnerships with community organizations throughout the region, recognizing that these collaborations are essential for mutual growth and success. Through professional development opportunities, tailored resources to support our partners' unique needs, and personalized consultations to address specific challenges, we aim to empower community partners and drive collective progress.
Partnership & Project Consultations
For those organizations seeking new partnerships with the university, existing partners wishing to launch a new project or idea, or for those organizations wishing to simply learn more about ETSU's commitment to community engagement and ways they can get involved, we invite you to schedule a consultation with a member of our team.
Consultation Process
- Start
Consultation Request Form
Share a little more about your organization's mission and specific needs or opportunities.
- Consultation
On-Site at ETSU, On-Site at Partner Locaton, or Virtually
ETSU will reach out to schedule a consultation where we will get to know more about your organization's mission and goals as well as short-term and long-term needs. During the conversation, our team will work with you to identify potential partners on campus who may be able to meet or aid in meeting needs including faculty, staff, student organizations, departments, academic programs, co-curricular programs, and more. These consultations can take place on-site at ETSU, on-site at a partner location, or virtually depending on the needs of the partner. - Follow-Up & Support
College Liaisons & Office of Community Engagement
Following your consultation (as needed for those seeking academic partnerships), we may connect you with a specific College Liaison, individuals within each academic college who can assist with further identifying specific opportunities within an academic department or area of study. In addition to resources and opportunities shared during your consultation, we will also ensure you remain connected with the Office of Community Engagement for future needs as well as receive relevant university updates and communications going forward (including newsletters, special event invitations, annual survey or data collection efforts, and more).
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Who can request a consultation?
Consultations are free and available to any current or potential partners including non-profits, businesses, government entities, and civic groups. -
Is there a cost associated?
There are no costs associated with the consultation process. It is our hope that the process will create a more streamlined and simpler avenue for exploring partnership opportunities with the university. -
Do I need a consultation if I have an exisiting partnership or relationship with a department or office on campus?
No. While you are welcome to schedule a consultation to explore your exisiting partnership and/or opportunities for growth or improvement, this not required. The process was primarily designed as an optional resource to support those new or potential partners seeking to build a relationshp with the university and to support exisiting partners who may have a new project or initative they wish to explore. -
Am I able to schedule additional consultations?
Yes! We welcome opportunities to continue to engage with partners and will reach out following an initial consultation to schedule follow-up conversations as needed.