Higher Education N o doubt, its an unusual time in education. - PDF document

H I G H E R E D U C A T I O N G U I D E MAY 3, 2019 7 THOUGHT LEADER FORUM Higher Education N o doubt, it’s an unusual time in education. Historically, when the economy is struggling, demand for higher education soars. People who can’t find jobs often opt to pursue a degree or workforce training until the labor market heats up. These days, however, with the economy humming and employers hiring, enrollment at colleges and universities has held steady — even as higher education costs continue to rise. Another interesting development in higher education: the growth of partnerships between higher education and industry. And then there’s the contributions of tech schools, coding academies and other alternative pathways to advanced training and careers. The Portland Business Journal recently gathered thought leaders in education to discuss these developments and others designed to provide students with the skills that Oregon employers need. In the room were Naomi Haslitt, partner with Miller Nash; Oregon State University College of Business Dean Mitzi Montoya; and Erik Gross, co- founder of the Tech Academy. SPONSORED BY