Mile Markers newsletter from May 8, 2026, including a Q&A with four college students.
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A bimonthly newsletter about the role of colleges in rural America, including profiles of people and places worth getting to know a little better. Written by Open Campus staff reporter Emily Lytle.
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‘I think of being rural so different now:’ How affinity groups can be a lifeline for rural students
Q&A: Chico State students serve as ambassadors for their rural peers.
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Let’s reimagine this together
How you can help shape the new version of Mile Markers
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What does rural mean to me?
Emily Lytle, the new rural engagement reporter at Open Campus, shares her personal connection to rural communities.
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What should we know about rural America?
Introducing the new rural engagement reporter for Open Campus: Emily Lytle.
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Scaling rural wellness with clever collaboration
Ten small rural colleges share mental health insights.
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How a 10-year-old farmer got a full-ride scholarship
”I want at least 100 acres. And I want a longhorn, baby.’
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Are rural extensions being under-utilized?
Expanding the programs beyond agriculture could help universities balance rural-urban needs.
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How Trump’s Policies are Impacting Rural Colleges
The AASCU’s Chuck Welch examines “The Big Beautiful Bill” and student visa crackdowns.
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Help beyond advising at rural colleges
Oregon Tech is using personal coaches to help students navigate everything from disabilities to life transitions.