For the second consecutive year, the United States economy managed to underachieve relative to economists’ unambitious expectations. Indiana University Kelley School of Business economists presented their annual forecast on November 1, and unfortunately expect more of the same in 2013. And like a year ago, a considerable list of things could adversely upset their expectations,… Read more »
Tag: economic impact
IU's new study revealing that Indiana military installations boost state and local economy
In addition to providing top notch academic instruction to soldiers and airmen, Indiana University supports the Indiana National Guard through research and service. The goal is to assure Camp Atterbury and the Muscatatuck Center continue to be vital to our national security while supporting the Indiana economy. Go Hoosiers and Guardsmen! Read the full article about IU’s… Read more »
IU Kokomo named finalist for 2012 UEDA Excellence in Leadership and Collaboration award
The University Economic Development Association has chosen three finalist in each of the five awards categories for the UEDA Awards of Excellence. Congratulations to Indiana University Kokomo for being named a finalist for the 2012 UEDA Excellence in Leadership and Collaboration award! IU Kokomo is one of three finalist in the running for this award for their Regional Transformation Initiative. IU Kokomo… Read more »
Indiana University Kokomo hosts regional forum on economic impact
Recently, I had the opportunity to participate in Indiana University Kokomo’s regional town hall held on May 23. Hosted by Chancellor Michael Harris, this forum convened over 60 north central Indiana leaders to discuss the impact of IU Kokomo on both the region and the state. Paul Umbach, president of Tripp Umbach,a leading national provider of economic impact research, presented the “Economic Engine for North Central Indiana” report. Umbach explained the… Read more »
IU's McRobbie touts economic strength of public universities
In previous posts we’ve focused on the recent independent economic impact study that assessed the combined effect of Indiana University and IU Health on the financial health of Indiana. The results are impressive. Among other things, the study data reveals that IU and IU Health combined support over 100,000 direct and indirect jobs, equating to… Read more »
Indiana University & IU Health: powerful partnership, powerful economic impact
It is crucial for Hoosiers to understand the effect that Indiana University and IU Health have on the economic health of the state, which is why the data in the Tripp Umbach Consulting report merit particular attention. The results of the study, announced yesterday, Feb. 16, make it clear just how much Indiana’s economy depends… Read more »