We bring people together to better understand the issues facing communities throughout Vermont, and to foster the meaningful connections it takes to turn challenges into opportunities.
RISE Summit
Each year, we bring together researchers, community members, students, and leaders from all across Vermont for a day of conversation around rural prosperity.
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Join us at the UVM E-Forum
The UVM E-Forum is a monthly convening to support and engage entrepreneurs from across the state. E-Forum serves as a platform to share ideas, learn about investment opportunities, and meet up-and-coming business owners in Vermont.
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Vermont High School Internship & Flexible Pathways Coordinators
These educators gathered at UVM to learn about the ways their students can access programming at UVM. This Vermont Internship Professionals Network event was sponsored by the UVM Office of Engagement, in collaboration with UVM Div. of Inclusive Excellence, Career Center, PACE.
Chittenden County Economic Development Professionals
We convened a meeting of Chittenden County economic development professionals and town leaders. A chance for all involved to share information with their peers in the region.
Water Connects: Flood Hazard Mitigation
This first session of the Water Resources Institute's spring series, co-sponsored by the Leahy Institute, featured experts from Vermont Emergency Management, UVM Extension, and the Nature Conservancy.