event A Conversation with Antonio Villaraigosa Jun 6, 2017 Please join us for a conversation with Antonio Villaraigosa, candidate for governor and former mayor of Los Angeles. He will talk with PPIC president Mark Baldassare about important issues facing California, from improving K-12 and higher education, to addressing inequality, to navigating federal-state tensions about immigration.
event Statewide Survey: Californians and Education Apr 20, 2017 About the ProgramPPIC's 13th annual statewide survey on Californians and K–12 education tracks opinions on educational quality and school funding. It also examines views on immigration enforcement and public schools, vouchers and charter schools, early childhood education, and the Local Control Funding Formula. PPIC researcher Lunna Lopes will outline these and other key findings. The survey was supported with funding from the Dirk and Charlene Kabcenell Foundation, the S. D. Bechtel, Jr. Foundation, the Silver Giving Foundation, and the Stuart Foundation.
event A Conversation with California’s Public Higher Education Leaders Mar 10, 2017 About the Program How can California's higher education system prepare a broad range of students to meet the challenges of the future while driving progress for the state? Join us for a wide–ranging conversation with the leaders of California's public systems—Janet Napolitano, president, University of California; Eloy Ortiz Oakley, chancellor, California Community Colleges; and Timothy White, chancellor, California State University.
event Statewide Survey: Californians and Higher Education Dec 9, 2016 About the ProgramPPIC's latest survey examines Californians' views on the state's public colleges and universities, including their quality and affordability. It tracks perceptions of California's three higher education systems and gauges preferences for raising revenues. It also looks at access, student preparation, and the importance of diversity in higher education. PPIC researcher Lunna Lopes will outline these and other key findings. This research was supported with funding from the Arjay and Frances Miller Foundation, the Flora Family Foundation, John and Louise Bryson, Walter Hewlett, and the William and Flora Hewlett Foundation.
event Health Career Pathways at California’s Community Colleges Dec 1, 2016 About the ProgramState policymakers looking to improve economic mobility and meet workforce needs have renewed their focus on career technical (or vocational) education. Health careers are of particular interest because many health jobs pay well and colleges already offer a wide range of programs and credentials. PPIC researcher Shannon McConville will outline findings from two new reports, and a panel of experts will talk about the role of the state’s community colleges in providing health training pathways and economic opportunities to a diverse group of Californians. This research was supported with funding from the ECMC Foundation and the Sutton Family Fund. Please register in advance. There is no charge to attend, but space is limited. Lunch will be provided.
event College Readiness in California’s Community Colleges Nov 10, 2016 About the ProgramEach year, California's community colleges identify hundreds of thousands of students as underprepared. These students are placed into basic-skills courses to help get them ready for college-level work. How do community colleges assess and place students? How does placement affect students' college trajectory and academic outcomes? PPIC researcher Olga Rodriguez will outline findings from two new reports, and a panel of experts will discuss challenges facing basic-skills education and the promise of recent reforms. This event made possible with funding from The Sutton Family Fund.
event A Conversation with California Treasurer John Chiang Oct 7, 2016 About the Program Please join us for a conversation with California Treasurer John Chiang about the future of the state. Treasurer Chiang will talk with PPIC president Mark Baldassare about important issues facing California, including financing K–12 and higher education, reforming health care and criminal justice systems, and addressing the state's economic challenges and opportunities.
event Improving Graduation Rates at California State University May 19, 2016 About the ProgramIn recent years, the California State University system has significantly improved graduation rates. This is a financial and economic boon to students, who earn more as college graduates, and the state, which needs more college-educated workers. What can we learn from this success? And how can we improve upon the progress already made? Research fellow Jacob Jackson will provide an overview of the system's progress to date and the implications for future efforts. This research was supported with funding from The Sutton Family Fund.
event Statewide Survey: Californians and Education Apr 21, 2016 About the ProgramPPIC's 12th annual statewide survey on Californians and K–12 education tracks opinions on educational quality and inequity as well as state and local school funding. It also examines views on early childhood education, the state's new academic standards and assessments, and the Local Control Funding Formula. PPIC researcher Lunna Lopes will outline these and other key findings. The survey was supported with funding from the S. D. Bechtel, Jr. Foundation, The Dirk and Charlene Kabcenell Foundation, LA Partnership for Early Childhood Investment, the Silver Giving Foundation, and the Stuart Foundation. Please register in advance. There is no charge to attend, but space is limited. Lunch will be provided.
event The Future of Higher Education in California Apr 12, 2016 About the Program California's higher education system is not keeping pace with the changing economy. If population and economic trends continue, the state will fall more than 1 million college graduates short of economic demand by 2030. Join us for a special event as we introduce the PPIC Higher Education Center, featuring a conversation with state leaders about the practical and innovative solutions that can help California meet its higher education challenge. Please register by April 8. There is no charge to attend, but space is limited. Lunch will be provided.
