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Prepared Workforce

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VIDEO: Three innovative support models to supercharge community college success

November 19, 2024

Research Highlights

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School tracking can influence long-term social and economic inequalities

September 16, 2024

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Kalamazoo Promise Interactive Data Tool

Kathleen Bolter, Brad J. Hershbein, Alfonso Hernandez, Bridget Timmeney

August 8, 2024

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Six lessons for tuition-free college programs from the Columbus Promise

Michelle Miller-Adams, Kevin M. Hollenbeck, Bridget Timmeney, Kyle Huisman

June 13, 2024

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Commentary & Analysis

Graduate in cap and gown

Six lessons for tuition-free college programs from the Columbus Promise

Michelle Miller-Adams, Kevin M. Hollenbeck, Bridget Timmeney, Kyle Huisman

June 13, 2024

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Investments in early childhood pay off for economies, families, Aaron Sojourner writes

May 24, 2023

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Brad J. Hershbein

Senior Economist and Deputy Director of Research

Michelle Miller-Adams

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Timothy J. Bartik

Senior Economist

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Video discussion: Tim Bartik on targeted policies for distressed communities

Timothy J. Bartik, Michael Horrigan

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Upjohn Regional Datahub for economic development indicators unveiled

January 23, 2024

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U.S. Economic Development Administration touts program based on research from Tim Bartik

April 23, 2024

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