In most cities in the United States and Canada, the local college or university is the largest employer. The role of the university and its relationship to the community has long been a highly debated topic among educators, administrators and local business leaders. David Maurasse, through an in-depth study of four schools - University of Pennsylvania, San Francisco State University, Xavier University and Hostos Community College in New York, offers a passionate appeal for community partnerships. Going further than a single explanation of the problems at hand, Beyond the Campus offers a roadmap for both universities and local institutions to work together for the good of their community. On both sides, as Maurasse clearly articulates, partnerships can be win/win situations.