What is the Applied Research and Education
Center?
The Applied Research and Education Center (AREC) is a non-profit
team of IU Southeast faculty and students that respond to requests
from community and neighborhood based organizations to research
and solve complex social-ecological problems.
The AREC conducts studies, evaluations and needs assessments for
agencies whose concerns include domestic violence, educational opportunities,
workforce preparedness, housing needs, recreation and leisure opportunities,
aging, transportation, childcare and community growth and development.
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How can they help my organization?
The AREC offers
- Expert guidance in facilitating, planning and implementing regional
problem solving, development and change efforts
- Qualified assistance regarding the use of research, evaluation,
and monitoring strategies to promote change and develop communities
- Access to Indiana University Southeast and Indiana University
resources
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What are examples of the work we have
done?
Our clients include a cross-section of social service organizations
throughout Kentucky and Southern Indiana. Examples of the types
of services we have provided include:
- Halfway house needs assessment study
- Needs assessment for low and very low income housing
- Domestic violence study
- Research on behalf of regional employers concerning their employee
education and training needs
- Long term planning for local parks and recreation
- Evaluation services for multi-year education and training initiative
Comment from Dr. Newman: “The
goal of the AREC is to provide opportunities for IU Southeast and
our community to forge partnerships by offering services for area
organizations, agencies, and businesses.”
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