Tag: Education
Boost for school construction, job training
The Ocean State had its eyes on the public school system this past year, as two statewide ballot requests for funding, not to mention...
Taking ownership of public education
Rhode Island needs a well-educated workforce to strengthen small businesses, the backbone of our economy. We need a strong, stable public education system to...
Degree of separation
Does your company require employees, current or potential, to have an education?
Yes: 72.7%
No: 27.3%
What level of education do you require employees to have?
Bachelor’s degree:...
Education, economic policy linked for gubernatorial candidates
By many measures, Rhode Island has long had a troubled education system. While most major gubernatorial candidates have at least paid lip service to...
Matt Brown wants R.I.’s governor to focus less on business interests...
Matt Brown, a longtime activist for social, educational and environmental causes, wants to bring that mission to the top level of state government next...
Lists: Health care educators
Total no. of health care students enrolled: 12,957
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A passion for art education
Honoree | Norah Diedrich, Newport Art Museum
When Norah Diedrich was 8 or 9 years old, growing up outside Chicago, she would entertain herself...
Make education a lifelong endeavor
The world’s rich countries face a looming challenge in education: Too many of their citizens lack the skills and credentials needed for the jobs...
Seeking proper skill sets
Do you feel there is a major problem in finding skilled employees?
Yes: 50%
No: 50%
What industry do you feel is most in need for skilled...
Five Questions With: David A. Salvatore
David A. Salvatore | President, Providence City Council
1. What does it mean to you to be elected City Council president? I’m a lifelong Providence...
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