Center for Rural Partnerships
MSC 68, 17 High St.
Plymouth State University
(603) 535-3275 (Voice)
(603) 535-3004 (Fax)
ruralinfo@plymouth.edu

News

Upcoming Events

•     Community Roadmap: A civic decision-making tool for evaluating the viability of wood biomass district heating systems for New Hampshire communities.

  • Pre-Proposal Informational Conference | December 4, 2009 | 10 AM | US Forest Service, White Mountain National Forest Headquarters - Campton, NH. Exit 27, I93 Campton NH.
  • Press Release for the Community Roadmap Project

Past Events

• The Humboldt Economic Index | Presented by: Erick Eschker - November 6th | 1:30 pm | Plymouth State University - Heritage Commons

  • The presentation that was shown.

• Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Financing Forum -  November 9th | 9:30 am -11:00 am | White Mountains Community College in Berlin

  • An informational forum on energy efficiency and renewable energy
    financing opportunities in New Hampshire will be held at White Mountains Community
    College in Berlin from 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. The session is being hosted by White
    Mountains Community College, Northern Forest Center and the Neil and Louise
    Tillotson Fund of the New Hampshire Charitable Foundation.

• Saving the Mountains | Joseph B. Walker, Philip Ayers, and the Weeks Act of 1911 Presented by: Marcia Schmidt Blaine - November 9th | 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm | Plymouth State University - Lamson Library Tower Room

  • This is a part of the Weeks Act Centennial Lecture Series.
    Celebrating 100 years of national forests and honoring the individuals who had the foresight to make it happen.

 

Student Internships Available!

Students who work with the Center for Rural Partnerships can expect to gain valuable hands-on experiences working on projects that have a positive impact on the quality of life in New Hampshire. In the course of their work, students will build marketable skills and form meaningful professional relationships that will enhance their educational and career development goals. Apply Now!

Register for the Agritourism Workshop!

 

Courses Being Offered During the Spring 2010 Semester

Nonprofit Management and Philanthropy (BU 3080-F1), Tuesdays and Thursdays, 5:00pm-6:15pm

• The average American benefits from an array of nonprofit organizations that support causes as diverse as social services, healthcare, education, the arts, historical preservation and scientific research.  How did the civic sector evolve and how do non-profit organizations function within a democratic society?  What is the role of charitable foundations, government and individual donors in sponsoring research, advocating for public policy and building livable communities?  This course will examine the history, culture and governance of nonprofit organizations and charitable foundations in the United States.  Each session will offer opportunities for exploration of the historical context and modern landscape of the nonprofit sector through the use of discussion, research, and skill development in non profit operations.  Join CfRP’s Fran Belcher for this introductory course for the Spring 2010 semester, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 5:00pm-6:15pm. (fmbelcher@plymouth.edu)

Community Research Experience

• This coming Spring Semester there will be an innovative course, SS4994 Community Research Experience (CRE), offered by Mark Okrant (Tourism Management and Policy) and Thad Guldbrandsen (Center for Rural Partnerships).  As students conduct unique real-world projects on behalf of communities, they receive careful oversight and mentorship from the two professors in the course. Students who enroll in this class will get the chance to make a difference in the communities they are serving. Last year's students reported that this course was one of the most meaningful experiences during their time at PSU. The course meets on Tuesdays from 3:30 to 6:00pm.   Interested in challenging yourself in a new way?  Contact Dr. Okrant (mokrant@plymouth.edu) or Dr. Guldbrandsen (tcguldbrandsen@plymouth.edu). The experience will be memorable.

 

Sustainability in the United Kingdom

• This course will include a two week field study visit to the United Kingdom with site visits and educational workshops at Findhorn Ecovillage (Scotland) and the Center for Alternative Technology (England) where participants will meet committed professionals with unique competence and experience in the area of sustainability. The course will include the themes of renewable energy, transportation, land use, alternative building practices, water and waste management, and local agriculture practices. This offering is open to all majors for undergraduate or graduate credit. An additional trip fee is required to cover the travel and field study expenses.