Indiana University Rural Conference

Monday, May 12, 2025, 8:00 AM – Tuesday, May 13, 2025, 4:15 PM

French Lick Springs Resort
8670 West State Road 56
French Lick, IN 47432

Save the date for IU Center for Rural Engagement's two-day conference focused on the issues of greatest importance to Indiana’s rural communities.

Connect with leaders from across Indiana, Indiana University researchers, and colleagues from a variety of fields as you learn and share your perspective on the opportunities and needs facing rural Indiana. The conference is designed for community leaders, residents, and professionals who seek to create a stronger Indiana.

Registration includes all sessions and materials. Join us for both days or a single day. Doors open at 8 a.m.; sessions begin at 9 a.m. and end at 4:15 p.m.

The full conference rate is $80 per person. The rate to attend for only one day is $50 per person. Scholarships are available; contact iucre@iu.edu for more information.

Registration will open in early 2025.

Interested in presenting at the Rural Conference?

Submit a proposal by December 31, 2024

Accommodations

Special rates will be available at French Lick Springs Resort. More information coming soon.

Things to do

French Lick has a wealth of activities and dining experiences. Check out the Visit French Lick website to see what's happening during your visit.

Collaborations

Together with our partners, we have become a national model for how universities can support the needs and futures of rural residents and communities. See how our collaborations are impacting rural Indiana.