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.
event Higher Education and California’s Economic Future Oct 14, 2015 About the Program California’s economy increasingly relies on highly educated workers—and its higher education system is not keeping pace. To meet future economic demand, the state needs to set new statewide goals for higher education. Join us for an in–depth conversation between PPIC President Mark Baldassare and Gavin Newsom, lieutenant governor of California, followed by a panel discussion with experts and elected leaders.
event Successful Online Courses in California’s Community Colleges Jun 11, 2015 About the ProgramCalifornia's community colleges have taken the lead in online learning in the state, offering thousands of online courses to hundreds of thousands of students. But students are less successful in online courses than they are in traditional ones. PPIC senior and Bren fellow Hans Johnson will discuss approaches to making online courses more successful in California's community colleges—and beyond. This research was supported with funding from the Donald Bren Foundation.
event Higher Education Finance in California Nov 14, 2014 About the ProgramAs concerns have grown about access to and affordability of California’s higher education system, understanding costs has become more critical than ever. How are institutions—and students—faring? Can performance budgeting improve efficiency and outcomes? PPIC researcher Hans Johnson will provide an overview of these issues, and a panel of experts will discuss the future of higher education finance in California. This research was supported with funding from the California Postsecondary Education Commission Foundation and the Donald Bren Foundation.
event Making College Possible for Low-Income Students Oct 17, 2014 About the Program California’s economic future depends on improving college enrollment and completion. But college costs are rising and a majority of students in California’s public schools are from low-income families. PPIC researcher Hans Johnson will examine the role of grant and scholarship aid in making higher education more accessible and helping students complete college. This research was supported with funding from the College Access Foundation of California and the Donald Bren Foundation.
event Online Learning in Public Higher Education Jun 24, 2014 About the Program What are the current realities and future prospects for online learning in California’s higher education system? PPIC Bren fellow Hans Johnson will discuss new findings on online learning in California’s community colleges. Next, a panel of experts from the state’s three public higher education segments will explore a wide range of related issues, from access to student outcomes to funding. This research is supported with funding from the Donald Bren Foundation.
event A Conversation with University of California President Janet Napolitano Mar 24, 2014 About the Program California is facing a serious shortfall in its supply of college-educated workers. At the same time, the state's public colleges and universities are contending with big challenges that threaten their ability to meet that demand. Join us for a wide-ranging conversation with Janet Napolitano, president of the University of California, about the future of higher education in California. There is no charge to attend, but space is limited. Lunch will be provided.
event A Conversation with University of California President Mark Yudof May 7, 2013 About the ProgramCalifornia is facing a serious shortfall in its supply of college–educated workers. At the same time, the state's public colleges and universities are contending with big fiscal and structural challenges that threaten their ability to meet that demand. Join us for a wide–ranging conversation with Mark Yudof, president of the University of California, about the future of higher education in California.
