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Rural Talent Development & Attraction Lab

@ruraltalentlabs.bsky.social
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The Rural Talent Lab is a collaboration between @arrc.bsky.social, @sheeoed.bsky.social, & HCM Strategists to develop middle-skill credential pathways in partnership with rural stakeholders to empower rural learners, workers, and communities.

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Rural Talent Development & Attraction Lab @ruraltalentlabs.bsky.social · 10/08/2026
Dr. Andrew Koricich joins other panelists in a discussion examining the development of short-term credentials, apprenticeships and stackable programs that respond to students’ needs while helping regional employers meet the demands of a changing economy. Register: www.chronicle.com/events/virtu...
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Rural Talent Development & Attraction Lab @ruraltalentlabs.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
Last week, we wrapped up our final statewide listening tour in Montana! It was an honor to connect with local leaders in Colstrip, Glasgow, and Thompson Falls. We’re grateful for time spent in these communities and excited to continue working with the state team on middle skill pathway development.
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Rural Talent Development & Attraction Lab @ruraltalentlabs.bsky.social · 04/06/2026
Day 3 of our PA Listening Tour was in Monaca it was a total win! 🙌 A huge thank you to the Community College of Beaver County for being such amazing hosts, and to Beaver Bagel Co. for keeping us fueled with the best bagels! 🥯✨
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Rural Talent Development & Attraction Lab @ruraltalentlabs.bsky.social · 04/06/2026
Reflecting on a productive Day 2 of our PA listening tour in Tamaqua. We’re grateful to the local leaders who welcomed us and provided such thoughtful perspectives on their community’s strengths and future. We also appreciate the recommendations shared with our interview teams today!
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Rural Talent Development & Attraction Lab @ruraltalentlabs.bsky.social · 03/06/2026
The Rural Talent Lab is back on the road. This time in Pennsylvania! Our first stop included Tannersville and Stroudsburg. We really appreciated our discussion with local leaders and look forward to the rest of the week.
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Rural Talent Development & Attraction Lab @ruraltalentlabs.bsky.social · 12/05/2026
Last week 150+ leaders from 34 states and territories joined NGA’s Workforce Pell Implementation Lab. @drandrewk.bsky.social represented @ruarltalentlabs to share that rural communities are asking for opportunities close to home. Workforce Pell can help — but only if implementation is intentional.
Display screen reads "Expanding Access: Reaching Rural Learners and Workers" and contains headshot photos for Kate Kinder, Dr. Andrew Koricich, Monique Sablan, and Kendal Smith. National Governors Association Logo in bottom left.
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Rural Talent Development & Attraction Lab @ruraltalentlabs.bsky.social · 07/05/2026
The WV Listening Tour concluded today in Princeton, WV. Strong participation from higher education and local government sectors highlighted the importance of expanding middle-skill credential pathways. Insights gathered will help rural residents live, learn, and earn in the places they call home.
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Rural Talent Development & Attraction Lab @ruraltalentlabs.bsky.social · 06/05/2026
Day 2 of the West Virginia Listening Tour included both Mullens and Welch. Our Town Halls revealed how unique these communities are while also demonstrating the power of rural resilience.
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Rural Talent Development & Attraction Lab @ruraltalentlabs.bsky.social · 05/05/2026
Our first visit of the West Virginia Listening Tour was Marlinton, WV. Our Town Hall with local leaders combined with individual interviews throughout the community yielded some amazing talking points with the state team. We are excited to continue the conversations in two communities tomorrow!
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Rural Talent Development & Attraction Lab @ruraltalentlabs.bsky.social · 05/05/2026
The West Virginia listening tour is off and rolling! Learn more at ruraltalentlabs.org
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Developing Rural Talent | Rural Talent Lab
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Rural Talent Development & Attraction Lab @ruraltalentlabs.bsky.social · 30/04/2026
We are excited to announce the Rural Talent Lab website is live. Visit ruraltalentlabs.org to learn about our approach to rural talent development, our partners, and our dedicated team. Stay tuned for updates on our Listening Tours in West Virginia, Kansas, Pennsylvania, and Montana!
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Dr. Ty C. McNamee @tycmcnamee.bsky.social · 08/05/2025
Thank you to @dailyyonder.bsky.social for discussing our new @ruraltalentlab.bsky.social! I appreciate y’all quoting me alongside the amazing Dr. Andrew Koricich! Our team is excited to continue to get the ball rolling on this multi-year rural ed & workforce project! dailyyonder.com/rural-talent...
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Rural Talent Lab Wants Rural Schools at the Table, Not Just on the Agenda | The Daily Yonder
For many rural students, the road to any college — whether it be out-of-state, in-state, or regional — may not feel like a road at all. It may feel like a
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Rural Talent Development & Attraction Lab @ruraltalentlabs.bsky.social · 14/04/2025
Thanks for the write-up, @appalachianstate.bsky.social! today.appstate.edu/2025/03/26/a...
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App State-based research alliance awarded $7.2M to launch Rural Talent Lab in 5 states
Supported by a $7.2 million grant from Ascendium Education Group, the Alliance for Research on Regional Colleges, housed at App State, will work to advance higher education and workforce development i...
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Andrew Koricich @drandrewk.bsky.social · 17/03/2025
The @ruraltalentlab.bsky.social is one of those projects that feels like a dream come true. An amazing team, a collaborative funder, and a vision for a better future. We can’t wait to get started!
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Rural Talent Development & Attraction Lab @ruraltalentlabs.bsky.social · 17/03/2025
We are excited to finally share this news with the world! Follow us to stay connected and learn more about the project and team as we move forward!
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