Robert J. Jones
Located in North Minneapolis, the Robert J. Jones Urban Research and Outreach-Engagement Center (UROC) strives to be an inspirational place that transforms research and partnership between the University, North Minneapolis, and the urban core to co-create a more equitable and just future. Since opening its doors in 2009, UROC has worked to build thriving, innovative, and respectful collaborations; create new models of urban-focused community engagement; and strengthen the University as a vital engaged 21st century university serving the public good.
UROC awarded the Dr. Josie R. Johnson Dissertation Fellowship to three University of Minnesota graduate students whose dissertation research strongly aligns with Dr. Johnson’s enduring legacy as a scholar and social justice leader. Get to know Fellowship recipient Isabella.
The National Child Traumatic Stress Network has developed resources to help children, families, and communities cope with tragedy and help all navigate what they see and hear related to traumatic events.
YoUthROC is a community and University-connected youth research program dedicated to advancing Youth Participatory Action Research (YPAR) and promoting principles of youth leadership, kinship, and justice in education. YoUthROC is an affiliate program to the University of Minnesota’s Robert J. Jones Urban Research and Outreach-Engagement Center (UROC) and the Department of Curriculum and Instruction.
Inspired Generosity is a living showcase that amplifies powerful stories from the Muslim American community, highlighting how spirituality inspires acts of service and positive change. Through a dynamic collection of digital storytelling, the project captures real experiences of generosity in action. Select stories from this growing archive will be thoughtfully curated into a touring exhibit, bringing these impactful narratives to wider audiences and communities.
Join UROC for the opening reception of Inspired Generosity: Minneapolis as we discuss faith, philanthropy, and share stories of generosity.
The opening celebration of Inspired Generosity features an informative conversation and community dinner. Ted Chen from the Cargill Foundation will moderate a panel discussion with three students from Augsburg University as they discuss how faith has influenced generosity in their own lives. Following the panel discussion, we will share a meal together as we explore the generosity of caring for one another during these tumultuous times with table discussions facilitated by volunteers from the Minnesota Multifaith Network.