In the newest episode of Hometown California, RCRC Vice President for Governmental Affairs, Paul A. Smith, speaks with the Dr. Michael V. Drake, the 21st President of the University of California about the intersection of the UC and rural communities of the Golden State.  (Download now)

For many rural communities, the significance of the UC goes beyond the education, licensing, and credentialing it provides. Partnerships between the UC and rural communities have a considerable impact as well.  One of the most important UC programs involved in rural communities is the Agriculture and Natural Resources (UCANR) Cooperative Extension.  Listen in, as Paul and Dr. Drake discuss the funding and the future of that program as well as other topics such as enrollment trends, distance learning/broadband deployment and how the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted the University as a whole.

This is the final episode in our 2020 season, but stay tuned…Hometown California will return in 2021 with all new episodes! Over the holidays, we hope you enjoy listening to previous episodes, and share Hometown California with your constituents, friends, and family. Help RCRC tell the rural story in our communities and beyond.  Find all the episodes and subscribe through your favorite listening app right here.

Check out these helpful links to learn more about the University of California and get connected:
•    UC Homepage
•    UCANR Cooperative Extension