Two regional convenings in October will offer Nebraskans opportunities to share their best ideas on how the University of Nebraska–Lincoln can help rural communities position themselves for economic success. The listening sessions, which are open to the public, will be held in North Platte on Oct. 15 and in Lincoln on Oct. 24.

“The University of Nebraska is a key resource for the state’s rural communities,” said Mike Boehm, NU Vice President and Harlan Vice Chancellor for the Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources. “As part of our efforts to ensure the continued competitiveness of our state, we want to help rural communities position themselves for long-term economic prosperity.”

The sessions are organized by a working group charged with creating a comprehensive strategic framework for an innovative, robust and integrated approach to rural community vitality, prosperity and resilience.

The upcoming discussions, to be hosted by Boehm, will invite Nebraskans to share experiences in rural community development and explore how the university can be most effective in strengthening the economic prosperity and vitality of rural communities.

Session times and locations are:

• North Platte: 1:30 to 5 p.m. Oct. 15, West Central Research and Extension Center, 402 W. State Farm Rd.
• Lincoln: 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. Oct. 24, Nebraska Innovation Campus, 2021 Transformation Dr.

To register to attend in person or online, click here.

For more information, visit the IANR website.