Robbins: Rural Leadership Program Applications Being Accepted
Deadline is July 15.

Harrisburg – State Sen. Bob Robbins (R-50) today said the deadline is approaching to apply for the Pennsylvania Rural Leadership Program.

The deadline to apply is July 15.

The Pennsylvania Rural Leadership Program (RULE) is a two-year program designed to develop community leaders through courses focusing on exploring solutions to local, regional and state issues.

Robbins said the RULE program explores issues that face smaller communities such as water quality, land use, economic development planning and healthcare and human services. The courses also improve analytical skills, leadership skill, interpersonal skills and understanding of the roles of government and business.

"The first year of the program focuses on resolving local, regional, and state issues. During the second year, the program focuses on regional, national, and international topics," said Robbins. "If this sounds interesting to you or someone you know, I encourage you to check it out."

Enrollment is open to anyone with a desire to be a community leader, said Robbins. There are no occupational or educational requirements.

The RULE program is jointly supported by Penn State University and a grant from the Pennsylvania General Assembly, the Department of Community and Economic Development and the Governor's Center for Local Government Services. Individual participants, sponsoring organizations and private and public contributors also support RULE.

For additional information, visit RULE's web site at http://www.RULE.psu.edu. Individuals can also download an application, request an application by mail, refer a candidate and search for alumni through the site.

CONTACT: Mike Hengst (717) 787-1322

Robbins: Rural Leadership Program Applications Being Accepted Deadline is July 15.

Robbins: Rural Leadership Program Applications Being Accepted
Deadline is July 15.