The Rural Policy Research Institute (RUPRI) is a national policy research organization with a mission to: (1) undertake unbiased research and analysis on the challenges, needs, and opportunities facing rural America; (2) improve the understanding of the impacts of public policies and programs on rural people and places, using original research and policy analysis; and (3) facilitate dialogue and collaboration among the diverse community, policy, practice, and research interests focused on a sustainable rural America.
Confirmed COVID-19 Cases, Metropolitan and Nonmetropolitan Counties
The presence of COVID-19 cases impact rural and metropolitan areas differently – a small number of cases creates stress for low capacity systems just as a large volume of cases creates stress for larger capacity systems. This report is updated every Monday.
Introducing High Visibility Podcast from RUPRI Partner Art of the Rural
Matthew Fluharty, Founder and Director of Art of the Rural hosts a new podcast called High Visibility. The High Visibility podcast welcomes into conversation artists, culture bearers, and leaders from across rural America and Indian Country.
RUPRI examines a broad range of topics that affect rural places, ranging from local issues to global challenges.
The Rural Policy Research Institute is a national organization providing nonpartisan, research-based insights on the challenges, needs, and opportunities facing rural America.
RUPRI connects and collaborates with scholars and practitioners across the country. We welcome your inquiries and proposals considering the rural-urban divide.
Rural Policy Research Institute
The University of Iowa
College of Public Health
319-384-3857 | info@rupri.org