The former governor helped to give far more to Michigan’s public universities than his Democratic and Republican successors
Talent & Education
To prosper, Michigan must be a more educated place. Bridge will explore the challenges in education and identify policies and initiatives that address them.
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Why Michigan needs newcomers. Told in 5 data maps.
Michigan’s economy would improve if more adults had diplomas. Why our future may depend on immigrants and other transplants.
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Michigan is shortening school assessment tests – by reducing writing
Many say students spend too much time taking state tests. But some question whether dropping math and critical thinking questions sends the right message.
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Michigan high school counselors to get training in college and career advice
A bill expected to be signed today by Gov. Rick Snyder is a small step toward improved access to college ‒ if schools’ understaffed counselors can find time to pass on career advice.
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U-M asks, ‘Where are the poor kids?’
It may be a world-renowned university, but the University of Michigan has yet to figure out how to get more low-income students to enroll. The solution may come down to a one-word marketing tweak: Free
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Text messages and rap videos. How the state is telling poor students they too can afford college.
It sounds like a mix between Big Brother and Helicopter Mom, but a three-year-old state program that helps guide first-generation college students and their families through the maze of financial aid may help Michigan increase low-income college enrollment.
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In Michigan, path to elite colleges flows through richer high schools (interactive map)
Which schools produce the most Spartans, Wolverines and Ivy Leaguers? Map showing where high schoolers attend college contains some surprises.
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Database: Where do students from YOUR Michigan school attend college?
Interactive database allows users to examine, compare where last year’s graduating class is attending college.
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Michigan college students are binging on booze. Time for more kegs?
When Michigan turned off the tap at underage parties, binge drinking became more dangerous. Some say it’s time to go back to kegs.