The Office of Educational Outreach (OEO) serves to foster collaborative relationships between the university, surrounding schools, public agencies, and the community. Based within the College of Education, OEO functions to develop, support, formalize, monitor, and publicize the service activities and projects of UNC Charlotte faculty in the greater Charlotte-Mecklenburg region. OEO, in partnership with other departments and colleges, facilitates numerous conferences, institutes, professional development activities, and symposia to promote community involvement and education.