PARTNER WITH CUMU
CUMU partners with corporations, foundations and colleges and universities that share our commitment to strengthening urban and metropolitan campuses and the communities they serve. Engagement with CUMU extends beyond the annual CUMU Conference to include year-round programming, learning communities and field-building initiatives that advance institutional impact.
We work collaboratively with partners to design engagement opportunities that align with shared goals, support meaningful relationships and contribute to learning and practice across higher education.
Ways to Engage
CUMU Conference support
The annual CUMU Conference is our largest convening and a central gathering place for presidents, provosts, senior leaders, faculty and staff from urban and metropolitan campuses across the country, and beyond. Conference sponsorship offers partners high-visibility engagement and relationship-building opportunities, including:
- Recognition and visibility throughout the conference
- Sponsored sessions aligned with conference themes
- Engagement with senior leaders, including presidents and chancellors
- Participation in conference events and networking opportunities
- Complimentary conference registrations
A detailed sponsor prospectus outlining sponsorship levels and benefits is available here.
Beyond the conference: Year-round engagement
CUMU also offers year-round programming supported by a mix of corporations, foundations and colleges and universities. These partnerships emphasize shared learning, listening and co-creation. Opportunities may include:
- Anchor Action Summit: Strengthening the Workforce
- Learning networks and cohorts
- Curated convenings and salons
- Research and field-building initiatives
- Professional learning and capacity-building programs
To learn more about these opportunities or to start a conversation, contact Valerie Holton, CEO, at vholton@cumuonline.org.
Strategic partnerships: Shared expertise and visibility
We also partner with organizations that share our mission on programs, events and joint projects. Through relationships and mutual support, we find that we can achieve more together.
To learn more about these opportunities or to start a conversation, contact Valerie Holton, CEO, at vholton@cumuonline.org.