Seeking Age Friendly University Designation Takes Patience and Persistence
2024

Seeking Age Friendly University Designation Takes Patience and Persistence

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Author Information

Author(s): Melissa Powers

Primary Institution: University of Central Oklahoma

Conclusion

Achieving Age Friendly University Designation requires strong campus support and leadership commitment.

Supporting Evidence

  • Campus committees unanimously supported the designation.
  • The request was stalled initially due to lack of interest from leadership.
  • After a change in leadership, campus support was reaffirmed.

Takeaway

Getting a university to be friendly for all ages takes a lot of teamwork and support from leaders and staff.

Methodology

The process involved gaining support from various campus committees and university leadership.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.1093/geroni/igae098.1760

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