2017 Awards

Larry Abernathy Awards

Mayor Larry Abernathy, the mayor of the City of Clemson, SC, had a passion for the International Town and Gown Association (ITGA) and it was through his initiatives that ITGA was created in 2003 and held its first conference in 2006. Remembering his deep appreciation for collaboration between City, University and Students, this new Larry Abernathy Award will be presented annually at the ITGA conference, which is usually held in June.

2017 Winner:

The City of San Marcos and Texas State University for ACT-San Marcos

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Presidential Excellence Award

In 2013, the Presidential Excellence Award was created as a way to highlight ITGA members who demonstrate exceptional performance in one of the following areas: Volunteer Service, Leadership, or Educational Achievement.

2017 Winners:


Marquette University and the City of Milwaukee for Near West Side Partners View Submission View Past Winners	Colorado State University and the City of Fort Collins for CityWorksEDU View Submission View Past Winners