College Advisory Board

Purpose: Advise the City Council regarding matters that are of interest to students who are enrolled in colleges and universities in Winston-Salem, which, in turn, will encourage the retention of college graduates in Winston-Salem.

Take the College Advisory Board Survey on Campus Tolerance [external link] 

Plans for College Advisory Board Mediation Program [pdf] 
Mediation Program Timeline [pdf]   

Members of the 2011-12 College Advisory Board

Duties:

(a) Suggest and contribute ideas to economic development projects that will appeal to college students and young professionals;

(b) Advocate for public transit availability and accessibility at various colleges and universities;

(c) Voice concerns and resources pertaining to off-campus student housing issues involving landlords, property managers, and fair housing matters;

(d) Actively engage in learning about community leadership opportunities that will encourage and foster partnerships with colleges and universities, as well as young professionals; and 

(e) Encourage college students to remain in Winston-Salem after graduation.

Membership: The Board shall be composed of a maximum of 12 members appointed by the City Council upon the recommendation of the Mayor. Such members shall be enrolled as full-time college or university students in Winston-Salem. Members shall be representative of the diversity present in the community.