Roger Williams University partnered with the Town of Bristol, Rhode Island on the Walley School Reuse Project. Students and faculty from RWU's architecture, law, business, and arts programs collaborated with the town on plans to convert the vacant Walley Elementary School into a new community center. The project involved public engagement activities, architectural design plans from RWU students, and construction management assistance from RWU clubs. Similarly, the University of Connecticut partnered with the Town of Mansfield on various projects including the creation of a new downtown, parks and recreation spaces, infrastructure improvements, and environmental planning studies. Both examples showcase higher education institutions and municipalities working together on community development initiatives.