The Center for Rural Studies is a nonprofit, fee-for-service research organization that addresses the social, economic, and resource-based challenges faced by rural people and communities. Founded in the University of Vermont's College of Agriculture and Life Sciences in 1978, CRS supports the research and teaching missions of the university through its work in applied research, program evaluation, consulting, and outreach. CRS is also the US Census Bureau's State Data Center. More about CRS >>
CRS addresses the challenges faced by rural people and communities through applied research, evaluation, consulting and community outreach.
Jane Kolodinsky, PhDDirector (802) 656-4616 Fred Schmidt, PhDFounder and Director Emeritus (802) 598-3604 Michele Cranwell SchmidtEvaluation Coordinator (802) 656-0256 Thomas DeSistoProject Specialist (802) 656-0258 Amanda GoldsteinResearch Specialist (802) 656-0351 Jessica HymanResearch Specialist (802) 656-9897 |
Georgia JeffersBusiness Manager (802) 656-0150 Michael MoserResearch Specialist (802) 656-0864 Elizabeth ReavesProject Specialist (802) 656-3021 Erin RocheResearch Specialist (802) 656-1936 Will "Chip" SawyerProject Manager & State Data Center Manager (802) 656-0892 |
CRS offers its clients- small businesses, academics, UVM Extension and other UVM offices, community organizaters, health and social service organizations, planners, town governments, and state and federal agencies- professional assistance with:
Over the years, CRS has developed and maintained valuable online data resources about and for Vermont communities, including Vermont Indicators. In partnership with the Vermont Center for Geographic Information, CRS makes readily available (through Vermont Indicators) over 40 social and economic indicators for each of Vermont's villages, towns, and counties.
The Center for Rural Studies celebrated its 30th anniversary with a symposium in 2008. The symposium website contains photos from the day and well-wishes from partner organizations and former employees.
Last modified October 02 2009 02:19 PM