rural development
With a foundation in regional studies and a Master's in Library & Information Science, Alice Pierotti has devoted her career to developing place-based equity programming tailored to the unique needs of small and rural communities.
grassroots activism
Testimonials
“Alice is an organizer, a go-getter, an outside-of-the-box thinker with big ideas and realistic ways to realize them.”
— Damein W., MAC roster artist
“No one understands the power of building grassroots partnerships to address systemic community problems like Alice does. She has been instrumental in obtaining millions of dollars in grant funding to deliver programs that have enriched the lives of countless individuals and families in rural regions.”
— Rita G., attorney
“Reading and writing are essential tools every human being needs to have in order to navigate in this increasingly complex world. I might add that I wish such programs as smART had existed when I was a kid.”
— Cristian G., author, filmaker
“When you meet Alice, you quickly find that she is a person who cares deeply about the story of each individual and community. Her dedication to workforce development and her pivotal role in our Rural Agritech program showcase her commitment to helping others tell their stories and achieve their goals.”
— Cadavious J., dean, Division of Science & Math
