Seton Hill University in Greensburg announced that it was selected as one of 13 Appalachian colleges and universities to participate in the Appalachian Collegiate Research Initiative 2023 semester.
The university was one of three selected in Pennsylvania, along with Indiana University of Pennsylvania and the University of Pittsburgh.
Through the program, Seton Hill students will collaborate with the Greensburg Community Development Corporation and others to assess the entrepreneurial needs and economic development opportunities for a planned health care education corridor.
Students are enrolled in a for-credit academic course to design and lead research projects in Appalachian communities to address regional challenges.
Following the coursework, students will travel and present their work to other student delegations, Appalachian Regional Commission leadership and community leaders.
The research is connected to an ongoing economic development feasibility study, which is underwritten by the Richard King Mellon Foundation and being conducted by Seton Hill and various community partners.
