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Stay up to date with the latest developments and success stories from Campbellsville University’s Rural Advancement initiative. Our news page highlights impactful projects, community achievements, and the efforts of individuals and organizations making a difference in rural areas. From new partnerships and research breakthroughs to inspiring local stories, we share the milestones that are driving positive change across rural communities. Stay informed, stay inspired, and see how together, we’re shaping the future of rural America.

 

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CU’s Rural Advancement initiative hosts latest workshop on unlocking rural economic potential

In a state where every rural community tells a unique story, Campbellsville University is working to ensure those stories are heard – and empowered...
The Baptist Fellowship Center hosted a Day Camp at CU where students were encouraged to stay in school. From left to right: First row -  Rashad Reed, Crissy Eskridge, E’lishay Richardson, and Justin Shell, Jr. Second row -  Anyiah Scales, Sanya Bledshaw, Makayla Conn, Makayla Bledshaw, Jordan Snider, Rev. Matthew Smyzer, executive director of the Baptist Fellowship Center and a CU Board of Trustees and CU Church Relations Council member and former chair, and Dr. DeWayne Frazier, associate vice president for academic affairs. Third row – Angel Woodson, Kellyn Dailey, Jamaya Anthony, Kevin Dailey, Cecil Price, Joel Laffoon, James Thompson, Jurni Woodson, Malachi McDaniel, Reagan Jones and Hanna Deaton. Last Row – John Chowning, vice president for church and external relations and executive assistant to the president of Campbellsville University, Tony Young, Campbellsville mayor, Jammie Stone, Wanda Washington, Jerry Snelling, Dale Smothers, admissions counselor, Jeannie Laffoon, Ja’naya Richardson and Martha Deaton. (Campbellsville University Photo by Drew Tucker)

Louisville’s Baptist Fellowship Center youth tour Campbellsville University

Aug 22, 2013

For Immediate Release By Drew Tucker, communications assistant A rainy day didn't stop a group of Louisville area students from coming to Ca...