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Institute for Local Government Administration and Rural Development (ILGARD)

The Institute for Local Government Administration and Rural Development (ILGARD) turns Ohio University's expertise into real-world assistance for Southeast Ohio and the state. The institute provides applied research and technical assistance to government and development organizations and serves as a public service learning laboratory for Ohio University students.

Institute for Local Government Administration and Rural Development (ILGARD) Projects (viewing 11-15 of 24)
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Confessions of a Reluctant Caregiver: Pilot Program Evaluation
The play, Confessions of a Reluctant Caregiver, is being used in a pilot program to teach medical professionals to deal with the difficult issues surrounding caring for the terminally ill. Voinovich School staff are evaluating the program's effectiveness.
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Creating Competitive Communities Workshop
The Voinovich School offers training for community leaders who wish to create a more positive environment for entrepreneurs and improve the Appalachian Ohio economy.
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Battelle for Kids Partnership

The Voinovich School’s commitment to education is highlighted by its partnership with Battelle for Kids on projects to improve school performance and student achievement in Ohio.
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Appalachian Watershed Research Group

The Appalachian Watershed Research Group provides interdisciplinary, high-quality, applications-based watershed research for the benefit of the region. These research projects are designed to provide students with innovative learning opportunities while also solving real-world problems.
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Even Start Family Literacy Program Evaluation

For the last 10 years, the Institute for Local Government Administration and Rural Development at the Voinovich School has been the local evaluator of several regional Even Start Family Literacy Programs.
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