PCRD is a university-based applied research and engagement center established in 2005 to serve regions and communities throughout Indiana and beyond.
West Lafayette, Indiana
Joined July 2009
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Purdue Center for Regional Development retweeted
NCRCRD is now accepting proposals for the 2026 Small Grants for Rural Development Research and/or Extension Projects. Deadline: March 16, 2026 by 5:00 pm ET. The Small Grants RFP and other NCRCRD 2026 funding opportunities: bit.ly/3eDMKBm
#SmallGrants #NorthCentralRegion
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Purdue Center for Regional Development retweeted
Check out the latest #datawhisperer number crunching on workforce dynamics: out-commuters, in-commuters, and those living and employed in the same county. #RegionalDevelopment #DataInsights
Read more: open.substack.com/pub/datawh…
Purdue Center for Regional Development retweeted
Please join us for our #webinar (5/9, 3 pm ET) that will explore key findings from the Regional Rural Development Centers' Baseline Survey 2024 that has been conducted across three U.S. regions. Data is open access. bit.ly/425pIsa
@so_dev_center @NERCRD @NCRCRD
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Purdue Center for Regional Development retweeted
Join us for “Director Experiences Operating a Rural Child Care Center in Indiana” on 4/23/25, 1 pm ET. Presenter Jenn Finders, @ColoradoStateU will share findings from her study examining challenges & barriers faced by Indiana #childcarecenter directors. bit.ly/4bEst7W
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Purdue Center for Regional Development retweeted
Now Open | Build to Scale Funding Opportunity to Boost Technology Entrepreneur Ecosystems. Read more: bit.ly/4ejJh4t
🗓️ Apply by Oct. 28 @ 4:59pm ET
#EconomicDevelopment #BuildtoScale
Purdue Center for Regional Development retweeted
Now Open | Good Jobs Challenge Notice of Funding Opportunity
This new FY24 investment will support sectoral partnerships for high-quality, locally led workforce training programs across America.
📄bit.ly/4cXuf47
#GoodJobsChallenge
Purdue Center for Regional Development retweeted
By sharing your feedback, you'll help us understand how READI has impacted your region and guide future initiatives for even greater success.
Make your voice heard by taking the @PCRD and @IUPublicPolicy survey now: pcrd.purdue.edu/community-we…
Purdue Center for Regional Development retweeted
Very excited that @LifeAtPurdue & @pcrd are involved in the impact evaluation of the @NSF innovation engines program. This will contribute to and revolutionize our understanding of inclusive regional development.
Purdue Center for Regional Development retweeted
WATCH: While Indiana continues to battle the digital divide–the gap between those who have and don’t have broadband access–there are significant signs of progress. insideindianabusiness.com/ar…
Purdue Center for Regional Development retweeted
Calling all #Indiana residents: the state's #BEAD challenge process starts March 4. Please continue conducting speed tests--at least 3 at different times of day--now more than ever! #SpeedTestBlitz @PurdueExtension @INBroadband connectingindiana.com/
Purdue Center for Regional Development retweeted
@pcrd is offering virtual workshops, geared for the 50+ age group, to explore entrepreneurial thinking and application. The Workshops are held on Zoom from 4-5 pm on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons starting February 6th. Register by January 30 ➡️cvent.me/3wba1l
Purdue Center for Regional Development retweeted
Please join us for our next #webinar on Monday, Dec 18th at 3pm (ET) where we will explore the history, recent revisions, and future impact of the Community Development Principles of Good Practice developed by the @CommDevSoc. bit.ly/3Sw8rFb #communitydevelopment
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Purdue Center for Regional Development retweeted
Happy Birthday, Fellow Hoosiers!
In 1816, Pres. Madison approved Indiana's admission into the union as the 19th state.
Since that time, Hoosiers have made significant contributions to the U.S:
1. Sliced Bacon
2. Wonder Bread
3. Seatbelts
4. Chuck Taylors
Keep Innovating!
Purdue Center for Regional Development retweeted
Proud to see @pcrd play an advisory role (I will also be presenting on Indiana studies) at the digital inclusion research forum organized by the @DallasFed event. Speaking of @LifeAtPurdue #PurdueEngagement #BroaderImpact
Purdue Center for Regional Development retweeted
Great day today with @PurduePresident visiting 8 northern Indiana counties. Also, excited the Purdue Broadband Team initiative was announced. Read more: purdue.edu/newsroom/releases…
Purdue Center for Regional Development retweeted
Hey @Indiana4h'ers and #PurdueExtension educators and specialists - the Purdue Broadband Team needs your help to improve broadband access across the state. Use your creativity to spread the word and win prizes. purdue.edu/engagement/pbt/
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Purdue Center for Regional Development retweeted
Today we will lead the world in commemorating the 22nd anniversary of 9/11. Twenty-two years after the day that changed our world forever, we will come together to read aloud the names of those lost. Join us live: ow.ly/SRN250PIw2N
Purdue Center for Regional Development retweeted
Another take at #broadband affordability by @km_dewit and her team. Take a look: pewtrusts.org/en/research-an…
Purdue Center for Regional Development retweeted
Purdue Extension Community Development Program's August Newsletter is fresh off the press! bit.ly/45cVq70
#PurdueExtension #communitydevelopment #cdext
Purdue Center for Regional Development retweeted
In the past four years, significant investments in broadband have led to job creation, population increases, and added regional GRP & state GDP value. However, a new @pcrd report by PurdueAgEcon’s @robertoge, finds the digital divide has yet to be bridged. ow.ly/3br250PgyTt
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