About the Hennepin-University Partnership (HUP)
In late 2004, Hennepin County and the University of Minnesota launched a broad initiative to capture value for both organizations through a more strategic collaboration—connecting the two organizations where mutual benefit can be found. This includes collaboration on community-based research, sharing of academic and practitioner expertise, and providing students with valuable real-world experience. |
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Vision Statement
The Hennepin-University Partnership is a strategic alignment between the state’s primary research university and the state’s largest county—focusing on connecting where it counts.
Goals
- Develop knowledge: Conduct joint research on issues of mutual interest
- Share Expertise: Both academic and practitioner expertise
- Provide Students field experiences to enrich their learning experience and build a more capable future work force
- Share knowledge and best practices around the operation of large institutions
Print Materials
Status Report: In late 2006, a report was prepared to review the lessons learned and progress made since the inception of the partnership, and to discuss proposed next steps for moving towards a sustainable collaboration. View full report.
Info Sheet (PDF): Download a one-page info sheet that details several Hennepin-University Partnership collaborations and answers the question, "What is the Hennepin-University Partnership?" Download the info sheet.
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| University of Minnesota President Robert Bruininks, Hennepin County Commissioner Linda Koblick, Hennepin County Commissioner Randy Johnson | University of Minnesota Senior Vice President for System Administration Robert Jones talks with Hennepin County staff |