The weak economy will continue to cause great fiscal distress among state and local governments around the nation. According to the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities, at least 48 states have addressed or are facing shortfal... More »

Career Development , Higher Education

Beginner Level Content , Career Development , Informal Learning , Students

On April 29, 2010, 75 scholars, civic leaders, and federal officials met in Washington, D.C., to develop a federal policy agenda for civic skills. The conference was convened by the Center for Information & Research on Civic... More »

Career Development , Government

Beginner Level Content , Competencies , Students