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Survey Shows Minnesotans Value the Arts and Opportunities Remain to Improve Access
Research shows that arts and creative experiences are important for people’s quality of life. The arts can impact personal health and well-being, contribute to academic achievement in children and… Read more »
Community Survey is Guiding Libraries to Meet Community Needs for Digital Access
Understanding the needs of residents is essential for libraries to equitably provide services. This regional library system is using results from a community survey to meet technology and digital… Read more »
Evaluation Conference Takeaways: What We Learned
In late 2022, three Wilder Research staff attended the American Evaluation Association annual conference in New Orleans. Sera Kinoglu, Jackie Aman, and Alissa Jones all embraced the chance to build… Read more »
Suicide Prevention Month: Spotlight on Clay County
In recognition of National Suicide Prevention month, Wilder Research and Clay County highlight the county's spectrum of prevention efforts and some of the key findings from this work so far.
What We’re Reading: Research Edition
We asked Wilder Research staff to share what they’re reading, watching, or listening to right now and why it resonates with them. Find out what they said.
Paul Mattessich Reflects on Milestone Wilder Research Projects
Longtime Wilder Research Executive Director Paul Mattessich is retiring from his position this month. Paul has been with Wilder Research since 1978 and has served as its executive director for the… Read more »
Program Evaluation: Gathering Good Data to Increase Positive Impacts
A community group wants to improve its food distribution program and seeks to understand how best to increase the accessibility of food that has high nutritional value and meets varied cultural… Read more »