When Prosperity and Poverty Collide

When Prosperity and Poverty Collide

Special Guest Post from Michael Preseton, Ed.D, the Executive Director of Florida Consortium of Metropolitan Research Universities. Did you know nearly one in six Floridians live in poverty? This is the conclusion of a report funded by the the Florida Chamber of...
Capital Days 2018

Capital Days 2018

The 2018 Legislative Session began on January 9 2018. The general revenue forecast for FY 2018-19 includes an estimated $52 million surplus, however, costs associated with Hurricane Irma or additional changes to federal policy were not factored into this budget. This...
Success in STEM Starts Earlier Than You Think

Success in STEM Starts Earlier Than You Think

When most of us think about summer camp the images of hiking in the woods, archery classes, swimming in a lake, and arts and crafts come to mind. Usually these camps are at a mountain hideaway and last for weeks. And while there are lots of advantages to traditional...