Our ability to ask questions, exchange knowledge, and advance new theories gives humans the extraordinary opportunity to create the conditions necessary for all people to find purpose and unlock their potential. History has shown some principles are especially important ingredients in facilitating this progress. As economist, historian, and philosopher Deirdre McCloskey explains in this video, economic … Continued
According to journalist and higher education author Jeff Selingo, there are 95 million adult learners in the United States who never went to college or did not finish. Many of them will need to acquire new skills to find new opportunities for fulfilling, exciting work — and most may be interested in postsecondary education even if they … Continued
When the COVID-19 pandemic hit, there was an urgent need to help Americans upskill and reskill. The Charles Koch Foundation joined the SkillUp Coalition in July 2020 to connect workers with learning opportunities that equip them with new skills and secure quality, fulfilling in-demand jobs. SkillUp recently celebrated an important milestone: one million workers supported. These adult learners have received scholarships, worked with regional … Continued
Career-connected learning programs allow students to develop the skills they need to find careers best suited for their individual interests and learning styles. Research shows that students who utilize these models are more likely to graduate, remain employed, and have higher lifetime earnings. The Catalyze Challenge supports the development of bold ideas that better connect learning and … Continued
With support from CKF, the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation, and New Pluralists, researchers at Dartmouth, Stanford, and the University of Pennsylvania launched the Polarization Research Lab in August 2022 to study the causes, consequences, and solutions to Americans’ growing political animosity. We sat down with the three scholars leading the effort — Sean Westwood, … Continued
The Charles Koch Foundation (CKF) has updated its giving standards. While the principles that guide the standards remain the same — our partners call the shots and provide the environment for open inquiry and new ideas that benefit society — the language within the standards has been revised to reflect the foundation’s growing partner network. For … Continued
The Mercatus Center at George Mason University’s Program on Pluralism and Civil Exchange inspires students, writers, and scholars to foster an open and pluralistic society. It invites visiting scholars to explore specific aspects of pluralism; hosts a Pluralist Lab to encourage courageous conversations; and provides grants to people developing solutions to help citizens coexist peacefully despite deep divides. … Continued
Polarization is on the rise. Americans’ trust in each other is dropping. And more and more people do not just disagree, they see their opponents as morally wrong. With support from the Charles Koch Foundation (CKF), the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation, and New Pluralists, researchers at Dartmouth, Stanford, and the University of Pennsylvania will … Continued
According to a recent article in the Winston-Salem Journal, when adjusted for inflation, the total cost of college, including tuition, room and board, and other fees, has risen approximately 160 percent since 1980. Are today’s colleges and universities producing results that justify the higher prices? Several new public opinion polls echo what past Charles Koch Foundation … Continued
Andreas Widmer is an associate professor in entrepreneurship at Catholic University of America’s Busch School of Business, where he also is founder and director of the Art and Carlyse Ciocca Center for Principled Entrepreneurship. A seasoned entrepreneur and business strategist, Widmer is author of The Art of Principled Entrepreneurship: Creating Enduring Value, a practical guide for … Continued
