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Hello Stephanie,

I'm on the other side of the fence (a university researcher who has in the
past, and would like to in the future, collaborate with museums & other
informal learning institutions), but I am also interested in the issue.

 - Leilah Lyons

On Wed, Mar 18, 2009 at 11:11 AM, Stephanie Dilk <[log in to unmask]>wrote:

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> Dear Listers,
>
> I have been deliberating over the idea of hosting a day-long RAP session on
> the cultivation of relationships with other institutions of learning, such
> as library systems and universities. My question is whether there is a great
> deal of interest in this subject among other museum professionals. If so,
> what time of year and which days might be most accommodating to you? I'd
> imagine that the majority of people attending this session would come from
> the Education/Interpretation/Programs department of the museum, so I would
> want to do my best to work it in when those folks would be available (I know
> we're always busy, but sometimes it goes from REALLY busy to just busy).
>
> Minnetrista, the museum I work for, has a really fantastic relationship
> with a local university, and it has proven to be a great thing for everyone
> involved. We're always looking for ways to further grow and expand that
> relationship and really use it to it's full potential. I know other museums
> have similar programs, and I have spoken with some museum professionals that
> are interested in forging just such a relationship.
>
> Minnetrista is located in Muncie, Indiana which is about one hour north of
> Indianapolis and one hour south of Ft. Wayne...if that helps anyone getting
> their bearings.
>
> Thanks so much for your time and I am looking forward to your responses.
>
> Sincerely,
>
> Stephanie L. Dilk
> Education Manager
> Minnetrista
> 1200 N. Minnetrista Parkway
> Muncie, IN 47303
> (765) 287-3528
> www.minnetrista.net
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