Sam Mindes Co-PI on grant from USDA NIFA on Ensuring Digital Access for Rural Residents and Underserved Populations

Amid the expansion of broadband and the digitalization of the economy, it is crucial that rural communities are equipped with digital readiness skills. Our research and extension project aims to bridge the digital divide by providing equal access to digital economic opportunities for rural and underserved populations. We aim to help them utilize broadband technology to create a fair, inclusive, and sustainable economy. Through the research, we will focus on understanding the factors that lead to successful economic growth related to broadband use. We will explore the relationship between broadband access, entrepreneurship, and job growth in rural communities.