Shuttered Vermont colleges: reincarnated and repurposed.

Vermont's shuttered colleges are finding new life by repurposing their campuses to preserve opportunities, jobs, and community vitality. The Vermont Agency of Commerce and Community Development is spearheading initiatives to ensure these campuses don't become idle, but rather serve new purposes, potentially as training centers, tech hubs, or community spaces. This effort is crucial for maintaining regional economic health and ensuring that the educational and professional opportunities once provided by these institutions continue to benefit the local population. The success of these repurposing efforts will likely set a precedent for other regions facing similar challenges.