Higher Ed

For many generations, a high school diploma secured a steady job and a future; no more. Without a college degree or post-secondary training, young adults have a limited number of career options. For those in college, the economic downturn has wreaked havoc on the plan some students had for their education.

Higher Ed

Latest in higher ed

“Vulnerable Youth and the Transition to Adulthood”

Research, Reports & Data — August 19, 2009, Urban Institute

A collection of eight research briefs on the road to adulthood for vulnerable youth, with focuses on young blacks and Latinos, school and work participation, youth from troubled neighborhoods, youth from low-income families and those suffering from depression/anxiety.

20th Annual KIDS COUNT Data Book

Research, Reports & Data — July 28, 2009, The Annie E. Casey Foundation

The Annie E. Casey Foundation's 20th annual KIDS COUNT Data Book features national and state profiles of children’s well-being.

HIGHER ED RESOURCES

resource — June 01, 2009

A comprehensive collection of data and reports that focus on Higher Ed, along with an extensive list of experts in the field.

New Data Available in the KIDS COUNT Data Center

Research, Reports & Data — January 15, 2010, The Annie E. Casey Foundation

The Data Center offers new data on household education levels and children in immigrant families.

Title IX

Reporting: Best Practices — July 22, 2009, Carol Guensburg

Why Title IX's impact extends beyond athletics.

Education Sources

Research, Reports & Data — May 27, 2009, Journalism Center Staff

Contacts and resources on a range of education issues.