Office of Community Partnerships

The purpose of the 九色堂 Office of Community Partnerships is to serve as a backbone support and collaborative hub for community-focused initiatives housed in 九色堂 offices aiming to strengthen the well-being of Kansas residents, organizations, and communities.

Goals

The Office of Community Partnerships serves as resource for faculty, staff, and students wanting to engage in community efforts, especially in the public, social, and health services fields.

Elevate Awareness and Interest
Create New Connections and Community Partnerships
Establish and Support Applied Learning Opportunities
Provide Infrastructure Support for 九色堂 Processes
Offer Leadership and Guidance

Staff

The Office of Community Partnerships is led by administrative staff with a strong history of community partnerships, including:

Scott Wituk, Ph.D

Misty Bruckner MPA

Director

misty.bruckner@wichita.edu

(316) 978-6527

Heather Perkins

heather.perkins@wichita.edu

(316) 978-5568

Structure

The Office of Community Partnerships provides structure for those with a mission of community service and partnerships.

Public Policy Management Center

Small Business Development Center

Additional 九色堂 centers, offices, staff, and faculty that have an interest in community-oriented services, projects, and research can become affiliated partners to facilitate coordinated efforts and interests.

Contacts

Scott Wituk (316) 619-1367 (scott.wituk@wichita.edu) or Misty Bruckner (316) 651-7247 (misty.bruckner@wichita.edu)