State of the union address
Lumina President Jamie Merisotis comments on State of the Union address
On Tuesday, Jan. 24, President Barack Obama took note of the need to reduce the cost of higher education to assure that Americans continue to have access to the educational opportunities they need to succeed and contribute to the strengthening of our nation. As the President indicated, higher education is an economic imperative. Jobs that require skills and knowledge that can only be obtained through postsecondary education, including a growing number of advanced manufacturing jobs, are growing much faster than those that don’t. More »
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Commentary | Jamie Merisotis
The Critical Connection Between Higher Education and the American Dream
The American Dream is built on the promise that individuals from all walks of life can find success and prosperity here. That dream has taken some hits recently and the rising cost of college tuition is part of the problem. As we dive into the new year, it’s time to put the issue of college productivity and affordability under the microscope. Read Merisotis’ latest entry at the Huffington Post »
American Public Media Podcast
Some college, no degree
However students get their textbooks — on an iPad or the old-fashioned way — those books don’t do any good unless they’re actually used. Listen »
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Lumina Foundation Focus™
Winter 2012 issue of Focus Magazine explores the Degree Qualifications Profile
The Degree Qualifications Profile, a framework for quality assurance in student learning, is being beta-tested at more than 100 institutions in 30 states. Read how two very different institutions in Southern California are using the DQP to help reshape their work. Read now »
Grants
NextGen grant winners announced
Lumina Foundation has awarded more than $1.1 million in planning grants aimed at helping develop the “next generation” of college-access supports and services. These “NextGen” grants are designed to leverage the power of digital technology to promote new and innovative ways to support students on their pathway to college. Read more »
