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Collins, Timothy – 1987
This report surveys data from various Kentucky state government agencies and provides an assessment of economic problems in Kentucky's Appalachian region. A profile of the region and overview of the effectiveness of implemented programs are presented. Interviews with Area Development District Directors show a concern for the image of Appalachia.…
Descriptors: Economic Change, Economic Development, Economic Factors, Economic Opportunities
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Todd, Lee T., Jr. – EDUCAUSE Review, 2006
Today, many high-tech, professional jobs are being sent overseas. According to TechsUnite.org, more than 150,000 technology jobs have been lost to offshoring since 2000. In this article, the author asserts that American colleges and universities are uniquely poised to help confront this economic challenge by providing basic and applied research…
Descriptors: Economic Development, Technological Advancement, Professional Occupations, Colleges