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Military Members, Vets Experience Higher Ed Obstacles
In the U.S. knowledge-based economy, a higher education credential continues to be a critical stepping stone for the economic success of individuals and families. Despite record increases in student enrollments…
America’s Inequality in Food Security
Despite Thanksgiving costing less this year and a culture glorifying food (“Chopped,” “Top Chef” and the bizarre compulsion to Instagram food, all of which I admit to be guilty of…
It Takes Courage to Push Change
When faced with a difficult public policy issue, consideration for change is sometimes overlooked. There are many reasons for this. Sometimes, no known alternatives are apparent. Other times, change seems…
Mancur Olson and Global Warming
The Paris meeting on global warming, starting Nov. 30, engenders both hope and despair. Presidents Obama, Hollande, Putin, Xi, Modi and a hundred other presidents and prime ministers plan to…
Employee’s Rights and Collective Bargaining
The right to collective bargaining is a politically charged issue. In the public sector, the notion of public service unions is designed to recruit and sustain a very professional workforce…
Unions and Collective Bargaining
The State of Illinois is quickly closing in on yet another month without having a budget in place. Republican Governor Bruce Rauner is locked in a battle with the Democrat-controlled…
From Combat Boots to Business Suits
Over a year ago, I wrote an article on military service members transitioning to civilian life not knowing that I would be the example in 2015. After 13 years of…
How to Fail at Experiential Learning
Experiential (or project-based) learning is not for everyone. That isn’t to say it shouldn’t be required of all students. But unfortunately, not everyone will receive the full benefits of participation.…
Determining Nonprofit Success
Nonprofit organizations are progressively under more pressure from their funders, boards, clients and other stakeholders to demonstrate they are carrying out their mission effectively and proficiently. This increased pressure…
Why I Love Legos™
I spend a lot of my time working within networks. Some of these are interorganizational networks, some interdepartmental and others interpersonal. What drives each of these networks is the belief…
AGA Seeks Nominations for Financial Leadership Awards
The Association of Government Accountants (AGA) is accepting nominations for their annual National Leadership Awards. These awards honor federal, state and local officials or financial executives in the private sector…