Date of Award
5-2026
Access Control
Open Access
Degree Name
Master of Science (MS)
Advisor
Dr. Molly Holinger
Abstract
Cultivating Well-Being & Vibrant Futures Through Creativity: A Community-Based Library Initiative in Rural America presents the development and design of a creativity-based community program for public libraries in Allegany County, New York. Developed in partnership with the Allegany County Area Foundation (ACAF), this project aims to foster creativity as a tool for well-being, connection, and future-oriented thinking for adults in a rural context.
The program consists of a three-session series that integrate elements of Creative Problem-Solving (CPS), mindfulness, and creative well-being practices to support creative self-efficacy. Designed utilizing the Torrance Incubation Model of Teaching and Learning (TIM), each session aims to deeply engage participants. This project details the process of designing a rural library program centered around creativity. The outcome of this project is a facilitator guide for rural libraries that promotes creative confidence, strengthens community engagement, and expands access to creativity-based learning opportunities.
Recommended Citation
Bump, Alyssa M., "Cultivating Well-Being & Vibrant Futures Through Creativity: A Community-Based Library Initiative in Rural America" (2026). Creativity and Change Leadership Graduate Student Master's Projects. 406.
https://digitalcommons.buffalostate.edu/creativeprojects/406
Included in
Civic and Community Engagement Commons, Interpersonal and Small Group Communication Commons, Leadership Studies Commons
