The cultural resource management industry and academia have always been closely linked, and collaboration between the two is now more important than ever before. ACRA’s University Partnership Program aims to create stronger links between universities and CRM firms to prepare students for a career in the industry.

The first initiative of the program aims to recognize universities that prepare their students well for a career in CRM. Universities are evaluated on how their programs address a list of topics, including basic business principles, ethics, and more – and ACRA is now taking submissions for consideration!

If you are part of an institution that is interested in becoming recognized by ACRA, click here to learn more about the evaluation criteria and submit your information.

This is just the first step in strengthening ties between CRM and universities. Future initiatives will include increased access to internships, resources and best practices for preparing students for a career in the industry, and more. Stay tuned more exciting initiatives from the University Partnership Program!