Author : Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development
Release : 2012
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Book Synopsis Higher Education in Regional and City Development: Southern Arizona, United States 2011 by : Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development

Download or read book Higher Education in Regional and City Development: Southern Arizona, United States 2011 written by Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development. This book was released on 2012. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Southern Arizona is a major gateway for trade with Mexico. Its economic engine, the Tucson metropolitan area has developed into a hub of light-based industries, but ranks near the bottom third of US cities in per capita income. State funding for education is in decline, accentuated by the economic crisis, and the public good of tertiary education is under threat. In a time of financial stringency, how can the University of Arizona and community colleges preserve their existing strengths and address the needs of the diverse population? How can the region and its tertiary education institutions fuel local growth and create high quality jobs and new businesses? How can the institutions prepare for the post-crisis economy and help diversify the economy?