The Rural Studies Institute (RSI) was officially launched on January 1, 2020, and is a pivotal initiative aimed at advancing the public mission of the institution. Through collaboration, research, education and community engagement, the RSI strives to pioneer innovative approaches to rural development and change.
Mission
The mission of the RSI is to assist in developing sustainable rural communities that are equipped to address the unique challenges of the 21st century.
Our Approach
Community Based Engagement
The RSI leverages a diverse network spanning academia, community organizations, businesses, and governmental bodies to tackle rural disparities through participatory research, community engagement, and innovative development strategies. Rooted in Georgia College & State University's quest for distinction and its legacy of academic excellence, the institute harnesses the expertise of GCSU faculty, community leaders, and external partners to navigate the multifaceted challenges and opportunities facing rural areas in the 21st century.
Framework
The institute promotes a careful examination of the complexities of modern rural society, including socioeconomic, political, and historical aspects that serve as the basis of interaction among environmental, social, political, educational, health and economic challenges and opportunities.
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