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To support underserved students, four-year universities offer two-year associate degrees

Matt Krupnick

May 10, 2024 |

The Hechinger Report |

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Response Location: United States, Chicago, Illinois

Arrupe College offers two-year associate degree programs in smaller classes and at significantly lower costs on the Loyola University campus. At Arrupe College, 50% of the students graduate, and 70% of graduates continue to earn their bachelor’s degrees. With the help of the nonprofit Come To Believe Network, several four-year universities across the country are also beginning to offer two-year programs.

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Connecticut's turnaround of troubled juvenile system sets a standard, says justice-equity organization - Juvenile Justice Information Exchange

Matt Krupnick

December 01, 2022 |

Juvenile Justice Information Exchange |

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Response Location: United States, Hartford, Connecticut

As part of a revamp of its juvenile justice system, Connecticut launched youth treatment centers where residents meet regularly with counselors and mental health professionals. The centers focus on providing individualized care and a more welcoming atmosphere than traditional juvenile detention programs.

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How America's shrinking cities can 'rightsize'

Matt Krupnick

February 13, 2020 |

The Guardian |

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Response Location: United States

Once-bustling cities contend with population decline by rethinking their use of space for those who remain. Baltimore, New Bedford, and Youngstown have implemented strategies that range from knocking down abandoned houses and factories to developing community gardens and creating public waterfront spaces. Racial and class tensions have arisen when choosing where to spend limited government funding.

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