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Economic Transformation Through Liberal Arts Education (Toledo Free Press)
There doesn't need to be any disconnect between teaching the liberal arts and preparing our students to participate in the 21st century economy, argues the dean of the University of Toledo's College of Arts and Sciences.
Universities and Economic Development (Chronicle of Higher Education)
How can universities find a place for themselves in the work of economic transformation? In this online discussion, Leslie Boney outlines some possibilities.
Western Carolina Students Working on Bright New Ideas
A new competition at Western Carolina is drawing out the best in student entrepreneurs.
Governor Asks NC State Center to Study Car Batteries
Gov. Mike Easley announced a public private partnership to create a new center at NC State, focused on creating a lighter, more efficient electric car battery.
NC Entrepreneurship Efforts -- NC Magazine November 2007
North Carolina entrepreneurs represent much of the solution to the state's future economic needs. UNC schools and the new Entrepreneurship Education Consortium, linked with other strong North Carolina assets, have the potential to energize the state's efforts.
NCSU's Centennial Campus Named Research Science Park of the Year October 31, 2007
A national association has selected NC State's Centennial Campus as the top research science park in the nation, in recognition of its long-term success in cutting edge research in bioscience and biotechnology, advanced materials, education and information and communication technologies, and its impressive achievements in recruiting new companies.
UNC-CH Recognizes Faculty For 'Engaged Scholarship' October 31, 2007
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill has selected its first group of eight "engaged scholars" -- outstanding faculty committed to connecting their work with the needs of the community. They are part of the university-wide commitment to strengthening university-community relationships.
UNC System is a Key Business Resource -- NC Magazine
October 2007
While its most important roles -- teaching, research and public service -- haven' changed, increasingly the UNC System is establishing closer communication with the state's businesses -- as employers of its students, advisors on skills needed and partners in solving the state's challenges.
WCU Adopts Engaged Scholarship Tenure Model -- Inside Higher Ed
October 2, 2007
Western Carolina University — after several years of discussions — has just announced a move (toward a broad definition of scholarship). The university has adopted Boyer’s definitions for scholarship to replace traditional measures of research. The shift was adopted unanimously by the Faculty Senate, endorsed by the administration and just cleared its final hurdle with approval from the University of North Carolina system. Broader definitions of scholarship will be used in hiring decisions, merit reviews, and tenure consideration.
ECSU Aviation Park
September 26, 2007
When it's complete, the park will include an aviation science building for Elizabeth City State University and hangars for several new aviation-related businesses. Officials estimate the project could create up to 500 jobs and pump $150 million into the local economy.
Availability of biofuel grows in Cape Fear Region
September 6, 2007
In the greening of America Wilmington has moved into a regional position of leadership.
Study Predicts Computers Will Displace 60 Percent of Current Workforce by 2030
September 4, 2007
Think back to the early 1980s. The structure of the U.S. workforce was very different than it is today.
Which Universities Are Leading the Charge to Educate Successful Entrepreneurs?
September 4, 2007
While colleges and universities are a natural breeding ground for new businesses, some universities excel at producing entrepreneurs and designing entrepreneurial programs that meet the needs of their community.
UNCG Launches Program to Promote Entrepreneurship
September 4, 2007
GREENSBORO, NC – A sweeping new program at The University of North Carolina at Greensboro will engage students in entrepreneurship.
Building Entrepreneurial Learning for Life, or BELL, is starting this fall and will ensure that students, regardless of their majors, will be exposed to the world of starting and operating not-for-profit as well as for-profit enterprises.
America's Best Colleges for Entrepreneurs
Western Carolina University is recognized as the 5th top e-school in the country by Fortune Small Business. The best online programs blend quality with flexibility.
NGA releases two reports underscoring the importance of innovation:
A Final Report and Investing in Innovation.
National Governors Association, August 2007.
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