President Cole ’87 Interviewed By The Develop This! Podcast & Discusses The Role Of Higher Education In Fostering A Thriving Local Economy

President of Allegheny College, Ron Cole '87, was recently interviewed by Dennis Fraise of the Develop This! Podcast. The episode highlights our:

• Community engagement- building relationships with local businesses
• Distinctive major and minor combination curriculum
• Industry partnerships- essential for aligning education with workforce needs
• Liberal arts education- equipping students with problem-solving and communication skills
• Microcredentials- now integrated into the curriculum to enhance employability

It emphasizes the:

• Allegheny Lab for Innovation and Creativity- supporting local economic development.
• Community Impact Hub- connecting students with real-world challenges
• Meadville Community Revitalization Corporation- aiming to enhance the local downtown area

Listen to the interview here