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 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 Health Workforce Needs in California Sep 19, 2014 About the Program Already a large part of California’s economy, the state’s health workforce will need to grow significantly over the next decade to keep up with a growing—and aging—population. PPIC researcher Shannon McConville will present new findings about California’s health workforce needs. A panel of experts will then discuss how the state can increase the number of health care workers and offer career opportunities to a diverse group of Californians. There is no charge to attend, but space is limited. Lunch will be provided.
event The James Irvine Foundation Briefing SeriesEducating California’s Future Workforce Mar 26, 2013
