University and Community Partnerships: Developing Linkages for Quality Gerontologicaltraining and Institutional Expansion

This article provides a case‐study description of the expansion of gerontology in higher education through the effective use of university and community partnerships. Of importance to other higher education settings is (1) the involvement of able older people as students and professionals in gerontology training programs, (2) the involvement of practitioners in university instruction and planning, (3) the provision of research and teaching services to state and local government, (4) the development of linkages, networks, and partnerships with other agencies external to the academic community.