Alissa Weiss - Alissa Weiss joined University City District in October 2015. As Director of Strategic Initiatives and Communications, she created and manages UCD’s cross-platform communications strategy to engage audiences and stakeholders, telling the story of both the neighborhood and organization.
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Jun. 7, 2019 6:25 pm
The real college scandal is squandered talent
Alissa Weiss writes about how Cassidy, the student she mentored through high school, will be the first person in her family to attend college. Yale University, as it happens.
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Mar. 11, 2019 2:00 pm
On pursuing equity and opportunity in Philadelphia communities
University City District's Alissa Weiss: "Too often, economic development is framed as a zero-sum game, where the needs of neighborhoods are pitted against the needs of the commercial or downtown area."
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Feb. 15, 2018 7:57 am
Why Covenant House PA is inviting young professionals to sleep outside for a night
Sleep Out is an annual fundraiser and advocacy event for the nonprofit serving Philly youth experiencing homelessness.