ALBUQUERQUE, NM, Nov. 10, 2015 – USDA Rural Development State Director Terry Brunner will present a certificate of obligation to Dr. Elmer Guy President of Navajo Technical University during ceremonies on Thursday November 12, 2015.
The $447,748 Distance Learning Telemedicine (DLT) grant from USDA Rural Development will be used to provide distance learning opportunities throughout the Navajo Nation.
By providing the distance learning opportunities Navajo residents will the chance to obtain education, training, and industry level certifications needed to obtain skilled wage/high wage employment.
The DLT program helps rural communities use modern telecommunications technology to connect to schools to overcome the effects of remoteness and low population density found in rural America. This in turn allows students a better opportunity to get a higher education by never leaving their home or community.
November 12, 2015 10:00 AM
What? Terry Brunner, USDA Rural Development State Director will present a certificate of obligation to create the DLT system at Navajo Technical University.
Where? Navajo Technical University Wellness Center, 371 Lowerpoint Road State Highway, Crownpoint, NM 87313
Contact: For information on this advisory contact Ernie Watson, USDA Rural Development, Public Affairs Specialist during business hours at 505-761-4951 or at ernie.watson@nm.usda.gov
