Author: Bailey Phonsnasinh

Come listen to individuals from around the world present about their home country and its culture. Time will be given at the end for questions from the audience, and boxed lunches will be provided. This event will take place on Thursday, November 5th, from 11-12 (dead hour) in Johnson Hall room 401, and everyone is invited. For more information, email Katelyn at sw-kdibrell@tntech.edu. This event is sponsored by Eagle’s Flight.

Rural Reimagined recognizes Dr. Lachelle Norris, Professor of Sociology, for integrating rural components into her coursework. Her Sociology of Appalachia class discusses grassroots economic development by highlighting Upper Cumberland businesses that value environmental and economic sustainability. The students also preserve and share rural traditions and practices on a class website devoted to this video project: https://www.sustainableappalachian.com/. In her Rural Sociology class, students work with local community members on a variety of projects in our rural areas. Both are upper-level electives available to all students. Dr. Norris states, “My goal is that my students will uncover the roots of the problems in our rural areas and come up with solutions that will not only provide temporary relief but that can make a difference for the long haul.” If you are incorporating rural into your coursework or research, email Kinsey Potter at sw-kbpotter@tntech.edu to share your story.