Reimagining Land Grant to Connect Rural Communities to the Post-AI Economy

Questions? Feedback? Send us a text!Dr. Jeff Thompson, Executive Vice President and Provost at the University of Nevada, Reno, discusses the evolving role of land grant institutions in the 21st century with our host, Joe Gottlieb, President and Chief Technology Officer of Higher Digital. Dr. Thompson shares his passion for "Land Grant 2.0," a vision for how these historic universities can adapt to modern technology while continuing to uplift rural communities. With enthusiasm, he describes the exciting changes in mining technology and the challenges of preparing students for a rapidly shifting workforce. He also highlights the importance of digital equity, sharing the success of the Digital Wolf Pack initiative, which ensures every student has the tools they need to thrive. This engaging conversation offers a thoughtful look at how institutions can embrace technology to sustain their mission and create meaningful opportunities for all in an AI-driven future. References:Jeff ThompsonUniversity of Nevada, RenoSubscribe or follow TRANSFORMED wherever you listen, to get the latest episode when it drops and hear directly from leaders and innovators in higher ed tech and digital transformation best practices.Find and follow us on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/company/higher-digital-inc