GUEST COMMENTARY: We're different, but we must pull together

When the One Region organization recently published its 2012 analysis of 10 key indicators of the quality of life in Northwest Indiana, I joined other region residents in studying the valuable information.

EDITORIAL ADVISORY BOARD: Diversity is vital to higher education experience

In October, the U.S. Supreme Court will hear a case that has the potential to profoundly impact the admissions policies of colleges and universities across the nation and alter the plans of thousands of prospective college students.

GUEST COMMENTARY: Education makes difference in employment outlook

In Northwest Indiana -- as in every community in our state and nation -- we aspire to be a region of thriving communities. We want to have strong, stable, safe communities with successful businesses that provide ample employment for our citizens.

GUEST COMMENTARY: College degrees engineer career success

Anyone who has ever read my editorials in this newspaper knows that I am an outspoken advocate for higher education. I believe in the power of an education to transform lives.

GUEST COMMENTARY: Early childhood education pays long-term dividends

The Quality of Life Council is a membership organization of engaged citizens from business, education, not-for-profit and government sectors of Lake, Porter and LaPorte counties. It is chaired, on a rotating basis, by the six chancellors and presidents of colleges and universities in Northwe…

EDITORIAL ADVISORY BOARD: College degree improves your quality of life

For years, parents and teachers have impressed on young people that earning a college degree was the best way to secure a bright, successful future. It would certainly bring professional success and financial security.

GUEST COMMENTARY: Please, let's keep that public discourse civil

On Sept. 17 Purdue University North Central joined educational institutions across the nation in observing Constitution Day -- the day set aside to recognize the ratification of the U.S. Constitution.

JAMES B. DWORKIN: Card check is central issue in labor law debate

What is the best way for workers to decide if they wish to be represented by a union for the purposes of collective bargaining? Is it the current National Labor Relations Board secret ballot election process, or is it a process referred to as card check where recognition of the union occurs …