banner graphic with text stating "congratulations alison f. davis 2026 bonnie teater lifetime achievement award recipient
Banner for the 2025 Annual Report with text: Shaping Tomorrow Together
Looking for archived curriculum with previous curricula logos and the website link for the curricula page on the southern rural development website
navy blue graphic with yellow text: New Issue Release and white text: Around the South July Issue
navy blue graphic with text: congratulations to Mariah Spiva

SRDC Welcomes New Communications Coordinator, Mariah Spiva

portrait of Mariah Spiva

The Southern Rural Development Center (SRDC) is excited to welcome Mariah Spiva as our new Communications Coordinator, officially joining the team on June 16, 2026.

Mariah comes to SRDC from a higher education communications background, bringing a strong foundation in marketing, branding, and engagement. Her experience makes her a valuable addition to SRDC as we continue our mission of strengthening rural communities.

SRDC is thrilled to have Mariah on board and looks forward to the energy and dedication she brings to the team!

USDA NIFA logo

This material is based upon work supported by the National Institute of Food and Agriculture, U.S. Department of Agriculture. Any opinions, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this publication are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the view of the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

Mississippi State University is an equal opportunity institution. Discrimination is prohibited in university employment, programs or activities based on race, color, ethnicity, sex, pregnancy, religion, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, or any other status to the extent protected by applicable law. Questions about equal opportunity programs or compliance should be directed to the Office of Civil Rights Compliance, 231 Famous Maroon Band Street, P.O. 6044, Mississippi State, MS 39762, (662) 325-5839.