MSU dean: Low expectations are the enemy
by Becky Gillette
Published: February 8,2013
Tags: economic development, education, Mississippi State University, Richard Blackbourn
Education and economic development go together “hand in glove,” says Dr. Richard Blackbourn, dean of education at Mississippi State University. “Business and industry rely on a well-educated/trained workforce to succeed,” Blackbourn said. “Obviously, the willingness of business to locate in a community has a great impact on the local tax base. Of additional importance is [...]
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