Gov. Brown Releases $200 Million Workforce Development Plan
Future Ready Oregon focuses on training, workforce engagement and removing employment barriers to solve the state’s growing labor supply shortage
education
A Climate of Faith
Corban University’s new agricultural program will teach creation science — but also how to adapt farming practices to a changing climate.
Liberal Arts Colleges Buck Pandemic Downturn
Once thought to be on the verge of extinction, some Oregon liberal arts colleges are succeeding where many universities are floundering.
The Impossible Choice
Woman-owned businesses have been a lifeline during the post-pandemic recovery. But female business owners say they’re not getting adequate support to continue driving economic growth.
A New Learning Landscape
Despite initial red flags, new data suggest virtual-learning options can improve learning outcomes, make education more accessible and provide students with new career opportunities.
Big Moves
In 2021 Oregon’s institutions of higher ed saw major leadership shifts and headline-grabbing controversies. What’s going on?
Downtime with Colt Gill
How the director of the Oregon Department of Education spends his free minutes
Back to School
MBA programs are seeing an influx of applicants as the COVID-19 economic slowdown drives many to learn new skills or rethink their careers.
School Daze
While educators, politicians and scientists debate the risks and benefits of in-person schooling, students, parents and businesses feel the pain.