Center for Economic Development
and Community Resilience

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Partnering with Ohio communities to
leverage Ohio University resources in order to
build a more vibrant economic future.

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Programs

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Projects

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Library

Our Service Area

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Explore Our Services

Technical
Assistance

Economic Impact
Analysis

Feasibility
Studies

Strategic
Planning