Corporate Citizenship and Higher Education Behavior, Engagement, and
This book examines corporate citizenship through the inter-organizational relationships between a public American doctoral research university and six of its corporate partners. The author discusses why US corporations engage as corporate citizens in rela
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C O R P O R AT E CITIZENSHIP AND HIGHER E D U C AT I O N
Behavior, Engagement, and Ethics
Corporate Citizenship and Higher Education “Partnerships between corporations and universities have become commonplace, yet there is much we don’t know about the dynamics of these arrangements. Morgan Clevenger’s comprehensive study of a university and its corporate partners shines a bright light into the black box of inter-organizational relations to show us how and why collaborative activity between the two sectors takes root, the challenges that arise in the process of working together, and the larger socio-cultural changes that are occasioned by their joint work. Scholars and practitioners alike will benefit immeasurably from the theoretical and empirical insights contained in this volume.” —David J. Siegel, East Carolina University, USA “Dr. Clevenger’s Corporate Citizenship and Higher Education—Behavior, Engagement, and Ethics is a much-needed empirical examination into how corporations interact with tertiary institutions. As he points out, the core values and cultures of both companies and colleges or universities are mutually supported when synergistic relationships are formed. In the modern era, it is not possible for institutions of higher education to function with no connection to a climate dominated by corporate structures. Similarly, any corporation that fails to properly engage the academy is at risk of losing meaningful contributions to society that go beyond the marketplace. Clevenger’s careful research and astute observations provide a solid framework for professionals in both worlds to better understand possibilities and expectations, giving guidance about how symbiotic relationships can form and succeed.” —Ross Perkins, Associate Professor of Educational Technology, Boise State University, USA “Such a timely book, given the increasing public scrutiny of corporate giving to higher education. A great read for fundraisers who want a comprehensive picture of corporate citizenship and motivations for philanthropy.” —Tanya Easton, EdD, Vice President for Institutional Advancement, Notre Dame of Maryland University, USA “Dr. Morgan Clevenger brings his knowledge and passion for corporate citizenship to the practical questions involved in corporate partnerships with institutions of higher education. His focus on this relationship adds clarity to our understanding of how business ethics are expressed in our communities.” —Corey Golden, Founder, Pittston Ketchup
“Clevenger challenges us to better understand the symmetrical relationship of corporate citizenship—the benefits to both business and higher education—in corporate philanthropy. Through his case study, Clevenger implicitly asks the reoccurring question, yet in a new context: Does philanthropy have to be altruistic or can it be a partnership, where both the donor and recipient have distinct benefits? This book raises important questions for higher education administrators, corporate leaders, and those generally interested in the influence of philanthropic
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