Higher Education Reform

Many people believe that Minnesota's system of higher education is falling short of delivering the outcomes we need. This project will explore whether or not reform is needed, if so, what should be done, how and – more importantly – why?

Join the project to participate and receive progress updates.

"A(nother) look at higher education", Star Tribune, July 20, 2011

Note: Reporter Jenna Ross highlights the issue of "overlap and inefficiencies between the U and MnSCU systems" as one of the emerging themes. While questions around that issue have surfaced in this work, it is only one of perhaps a dozen issues.

More details are coming soon!

We're putting together a summary of ways to get involved in Phase II of the higher education project.

If you'd like us to contact you when more details are available, email highered@citizing.org and let us know.

The Phase 1 Steering Committee has finished their deliberations and committee statement. View their committee statement:

• View Summary Statement
• View Full Statement (including Appendix)

Stay tuned. We'll soon be announcing the activities for Phase 2 (developing strategies).