Innovative Partnerships & Regional Development

The Veden Center for Rural Development is a think tank dedicated to creating prosperity through innovative partnerships and development of opportunities for the region.  Ongoing work includes thought leadership with a focus on rural America post COVID-19, bridging urban and rural business opportunities, incubation and acceleration services for veterans, new Americans and economically disadvantaged populations and creating new pathways for student success following their higher education experience. 

CONTACT OUR DEPARTMENT

Veden Center for Rural Development
University of Minnesota Crookston
207
Selvig Hall
2900 University Ave., Crookston, MN 56716
(218) 281-8256
veden@crk.umn.edu

Hours:

Monday - Friday: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, CST

Mitchell Berg
Mitchell Berg
Associate Dir. of Veden Center
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Courtney Bergman M.B.A.
Lecturer, Veden Fellow
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James Leiman Ph.D.
Veden Fellow
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Rachel Lundbohm D.B.A.
Assistant Professor, Veden Fellow

Dept News

'Build Your Brand' event open to small businesses January 24
The University of Minnesota Crookston, Crookston Area Chamber of Commerce, and Veden Center are hosting a “Build Your Brand” event for small businesses January 24 from 5:30-7 p.m. at the Irishman’s Shanty. UMN Crookston marketing lecturer Courtney Bergman will lead the session.
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