FUNDING MODEL

Jun 21 2026EDUCATION

Pennsylvania’s Higher Ed Deal Hangs in the Balance Before June Deadline

Pennsylvania is at a crossroads with its higher education funding plan. After two years of bipartisan work, the state has created a performance-based model for its biggest public universities, linking state money to student success and economic impact. But with the June 30 budget deadline looming, t

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Dec 04 2025BUSINESS

Smart Ways to Use Borrowed Money for Your Business

Debt isn't always a bad thing. In fact, it can be a powerful tool for business growth. Instead of seeing debt as a burden, think of it as a way to open new opportunities. It can help you buy new equipment, expand your space, or even acquire a competitor. Unlike other funding options, debt financing

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Nov 08 2024FINANCE

Building a Better Pension System: Leveraging Human Capital

Ever thought about why current pension systems might not work as well as they could? A big issue is that they don't consider how much each person has contributed to raising the next generation. This is a problem because the current pay-as-you-go (PAYG) system treats everyone the same, even if they d

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