C-SC鈥檚 Tri-State Development program, which supports the region through cultivating collaborative relationships, promoting interdisciplinary problem-solving, and fostering initiatives between academic, organizational, and industrial entities, was awarded the honor during the UEDA Summit, Innovating for a Sustainable Future, held Oct. 8-10 in Salt Lake City, Utah. The program was a finalist for the award along with the University of Texas at Dallas and Virginia Tech University.
鈥淚t is a great honor for 乱伦社区 to be named the winner of the prestigious Engaged University Award of Excellence for the work that we are doing through the Tri-State Development program,鈥� said Leslie Sieck, executive director of the Tri-State Development and vice president for economic and workforce development at C-SC. 鈥淲e are proud to have leaders from higher education institutions across the country validate our efforts and recognize the impact we are making.鈥�
UEDA, which was established in 1976, works to bring together higher learning institutions, nonprofits, business leaders, government organizations, and community economic groups to enhance economic opportunity in both a local and regional capacity.
C-SC鈥檚 Tri-State Development program seeks to develop an environment for collective impact to help build a thriving economy and workforce throughout Northeast Missouri, Southeast Iowa, and Western Illinois. The finalist that best represents initiatives that drive regional academic, organizational, community, and industrial success is chosen by the UEDA following a six-month competitive process that includes a detailed application, peer reviews, and presentations.
鈥淭his award is a symbol of our commitment to being a true partner in the communities we serve, and we will continue to support and invest in the programs, projects, and people of the tri-state region,鈥� Sieck said.
Photo (left to right): UEDA President Dominique Halaby, Associate Provost Georgia Southern University; Leslie Sieck, Vice President for Economic & Workforce Development at 乱伦社区; UEDA Board Member Jenny Mizutowicz, Director of Economic Development City of Richardson, Texas.
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Since UEDA was formed nearly 50 years ago, its membership has grown to include over 160 organizations across the country that are represented by leaders who are committed to sharing expertise in efforts to promote economic development.
C-SC鈥檚 Tri-State Development supports the region by cultivating collaborative relationships, promoting interdisciplinary problem-solving, fostering the expansion of academic-organization-industry initiatives, and developing an environment for collective impact to help build a thriving economy and workforce throughout Northeast Missouri, Southeast Iowa, and Western Illinois. The program serves to promote and expand initiatives that drive regional academic, organizational, community, and industrial success.
The UEDA Awards of Excellence finalists that best represent these initiatives are chosen through a comprehensive six-month competitive process that involves a detailed application process, peer reviews, and online presentations. C-SC鈥檚 Tri-State Development was named a finalist in the Engaged University category, which recognizes initiatives that link all three UEDA legacy awards categories together. Those categories include Talent, Innovation, and Place. Culver-Stockon College is joined in this category by the University of Texas Dallas and Virginia Tech University.
鈥淲e are very honored to have our efforts with Tri-State Development recognized by the UEDA membership,鈥� said Leslie Sieck, executive director of the Tri-State Development Summit and vice president for economic and workforce development at C-SC. 鈥淭ri-State Development is an academic, stakeholder-driven organization that links our 36 counties together in a distinct, unique way to help drive positive outcomes. This distinction is a nod to the important collaborative work being done at the community level by the people, organizations, and businesses in the region.鈥�
C-SC鈥檚 Tri-State Development has made a significant regional impact with a network that conducts academic research and data analysis, distributes e-mail surveys, facilitates meetings and focus groups, provides data and insights for decision-makers, and helps with program and academic project development.
Winners of UEDA鈥檚 Awards of Excellence will be named during the organization鈥檚 summit set for Oct. 8-10 in Salt Lake City, Utah.
Tri-State Development operates as a collaborative effort among stakeholders to support economic initiatives within the 36-county region of Northeast Missouri, Southeast Iowa, and West Central Illinois. The organization supports the region by cultivating collaborative relationships, promoting interdisciplinary problem-solving, fostering the expansion of academic-organization-industry initiatives, and developing an environment for collective impact to address the current and emerging political, economic, and social challenges in the region. Civic and industry leaders, elected officials, education professionals, and community organizations work together to identify challenges and promote initiatives that drive regional growth.
鈥淭he Annual Tri-State Development Summit provides an opportunity for a region-wide focus on the challenges impacting economic development in our communities, such as workforce shortages, lack of available childcare, the housing crisis, and access to broadband internet. By coming together to learn from one another and to work toward solutions we create opportunities for growth and positive outcomes,鈥� said Leslie Sieck, executive director of the Tri-State Development Summit and vice president for economic and workforce development at C-SC.
This year鈥檚 event begins with an introductory workshop for economic development for community leaders at 1 p.m. on Sept. 13. This workshop will provide community members with the knowledge needed to help identify and assist with economic development priorities in their communities. A networking event will follow the workshop. Attendees will have an opportunity to meet other members of the organization, exchange business cards, and enjoy appetizers and a cash bar.
The summit continues on Sept. 14 with registration and breakfast at 8 a.m. followed by opening remarks at 8:30 by Sieck and Quincy Mayor Mike Troup. Lou Zacharilla, founder of the Intelligent Community Forum, will deliver the keynote address. The program includes a number of breakout sessions and presentations. The full day鈥檚 events can be viewed on the website at .
The Tri-State Development Summit is open to the public and all are invited. Registration is now open. Please visit for more information.
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鈥淚nterns in the program will also compile research and present their findings in a variety of ways, including through blogs, infographics, and whitepapers,鈥� she said. 鈥淭hey will have the opportunity to take what they learn and create content for social media and engage their peers and community members in advocacy for what they discover and for what becomes important to them.鈥�
About Tri-State Development
Tri-State Development at 乱伦社区 is a collaborative effort formed in April 2022 to support the region by cultivating collaborative relationships, promoting interdisciplinary problem-solving, fostering the expansion of academic-organization-industry initiatives, and developing an environment for collective impact to address the current and emerging political, economic, and social challenges in the region. Through a $1 million donation from philanthropist Thomas A. Oakley, the initiative reaches 36 counties throughout northeast Missouri, southeast Iowa, and western Illinois.
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