Rural Development Speaker Series

The Rural Development Speaker Series is a hybrid forum featuring leading experts—both professional and academic—who explore timely issues in policy, agriculture, and community resilience, engaging rural stakeholders, practitioners, and university community members both virtually and in-person on the UVM campus.
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Our Next Talk: Peter Nalli (November 10)

Join us on November 10 for a presentation by Peter Nalli, Community Development staff member at the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston, as he shares insights from the Boston Fed’s "Working Communities Challenge" initiative, support economic vitality in New England’s rural communities and small cities.

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Previous Talks

Click here to access video recordings of previous presentations in the Rural Development Speaker Series

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Why Attend the Rural Development Speaker Series

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Learn from Leading Experts

Hear from top academic researchers and experienced practitioners who are shaping the future of rural development across New England and beyond.
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Join Your Way

Attend in-person on the UVM campus with lunch provided, or participate virtually from anywhere—designed for accessibility and convenience.
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Connect with Your Community

Network with rural development professionals, local leaders, extension educators, and fellow stakeholders working to strengthen rural economies and resilience.

Contact

For more information, contact Dr. Andrew Van Leuven at andrew.vanleuven@uvm.edu.