The Cherry Commission on Higher Education for Economic Growth
The Lt. Governor's Commission on Higher Education and Economic Growth is charged with finding ways to double the percentage of Michigan citizens who attain college degrees and other credentials that can propel Michigan to higher levels of economic growth.
Final Report: Lt. Governor's Commission on Higher Education and Economic Growth Final Report (Link to PDF File)
Completion Work Group
- Park, Laurel. (2004). Improving Institutional Support for Postsecondary Completion. Research Brief published for the Lt. Governor's Commission on Higher Education and Economic Growth, State of Michigan. (PDF file)
- Park, Laurel. (2004). Moving Toward Completion: A Consideration of Barriers and Opportunities in Michigan. Research Brief published for the Lt. Governor's Commission on Higher Education and Economic Growth, State of Michigan. (PDF file)
Economic Benefits Work Group
- Perorazio, Thomas E. & Affolter-Caine, B. (2004). Fuel for the Engine: Surveying the Economic Benefits of Higher Education in Michigan. Research Brief published for the Lt. Governor's Commission on Higher Education and Economic Growth, State of Michigan. (PDF file)
- Affolter-Caine, Britany & Perorazio, T. (2004). Research, Development, Technology Transfer, and Commercialization: Considering the Economic Benefits in Michigan. Research Brief published for the Lt. Governor's Commission on Higher Education and Economic Growth, State of Michigan. (PDF file)
Participation Work Group
- Daun-Barnett, Nathan & Garrett, M. (2004). Analysis and Consideration of Dual Enrollment Strategies in Michigan. Research Brief published for the Lt. Governor's Commission on Higher Education and Economic Growth, State of
Michigan. (PDF file) - Garrett, Mark. (2004). Current Strategies for Postsecondary Participation in Michigan. Research Brief published for the Lt. Governor's Commission on Higher Education and Economic Growth, State of Michigan. (PDF file)
- Garrett, Mark. (2004). Participation in Higher Education: Considering the Issues in the Context of Michigan. Research Brief published for the Lt. Governor's Commission on Higher Education and Economic Growth, State of Michigan. (PDF file)
Preparation Work Group
- Daun-Barnett, Nathan. (2004). Academic Preparation in the Context of Higher Education: Identifying the Issues. Research Brief published for the Lt. Governor's Commission on Higher Education and Economic Growth, State of Michigan. (PDF file)
- Daun-Barnett, Nathan. (2004). High School Graduation Standards and Testing: Understanding the Complexities. Research Brief published for the Lt. Governor's Commission on Higher Education and Economic Growth, State of Michigan. (PDF file)
- Daun-Barnett, Nathan. (2004). Opt Out Strategies in High Requirement States: Texas and Arkansas Considered. Research Brief published for the Lt. Governor's Commission on Higher Education and Economic Growth, State of Michigan. (PDF file)
- Daun-Barnett, Nathan. (2004). State High School Standards within Michigan and Across States: A Comparison of Approaches. Research Brief published for the Lt. Governor's Commission on Higher Education and Economic Growth, State of Michigan. (PDF file)