Tag Archives: EWIS

Snapshots from the Audit Trail

Posted on December 6, 2018 by WatchBlog

Our Watchdogs track the way agencies spend federal money—and take snapshots along the way as physical evidence on the audit trail. Today’s WatchBlog highlights some of the best photos from our audit teams as they fanned out across the country … Continue reading →

Image | Posted on December 6, 2018 by WatchBlog | Tagged audit trail, climate change impacts, Cuba, DCM, DOD, EWIS, Florida Keys, HBCU, HSJ, IAT, illegal trade, major disaster declaration, microbeads, money trail, natural disaster, NRE, opioids, photos, TSA

Colleges and Universities Rely Heavily on Contingent Faculty

Posted on November 14, 2018 by WatchBlog

It’s American Education Week and we’re reflecting on the changing employment landscape in colleges and universities. Not so long ago, for many, a faculty career in higher education came with expectations of steady income and almost unparalleled job security. While … Continue reading →

Image | Posted on November 14, 2018 by WatchBlog | Tagged American Education Week, Cindy Brown Barnes, contingent faculty, EWIS, faculty, higher education

Federal STEM Education Programs

Posted on November 8, 2018 by WatchBlog

Education programs in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) play an important role in preparing students for careers in STEM fields and in enhancing the nation’s global competitiveness. On National STEM Day, today’s WatchBlog explores the federal government’s role in … Continue reading →

Image | Posted on November 8, 2018 by WatchBlog | Tagged Committee on STEM Education, education programs, EWIS, Melissa Emrey-Arras, STEM

Repayment Options for Student Loans

Posted on October 10, 2018 by WatchBlog

The Department of Education provides billions of dollars in federal student loans for higher education through the Direct Loan program each year. However, as of September 2017, borrowers defaulted on $149 billion worth of federal student loan debt. Since October … Continue reading →

Image | Posted on October 10, 2018 by WatchBlog | Tagged Direct Loan, EWIS, forbearance, income-driven repayment plan, Melissa Emrey-Arras, PSLF, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, repaying student loans, student debt, student loans

Working in the Gig Economy

Posted on August 30, 2018 by WatchBlog

On Labor Day, we consider the nature of employment for many of the nation’s workers. Today’s WatchBlog looks at the opportunities and challenges that “gig” workers—those employed in on-demand, non-standard work—may face. Who are gig workers? While there is no … Continue reading →

Image | Posted on August 30, 2018 by WatchBlog | Tagged Cindy Brown Barnes, EWIS, gig economy, gig worker, training

Students’ Performance in School Has Many Causes

Posted on August 28, 2018 by WatchBlog

As students head back to school, a series of our reports show there can be causes other than academic ability that affect children’s performance. Today’s WatchBlog will test your knowledge about some of the issues affecting the nation’s school age … Continue reading →

Image | Posted on August 28, 2018 by WatchBlog | Tagged 21st Century Community Learning Centers, academic, back to school, Department of Education, discipline, drinking water, EWIS, high school, Jackie Nowicki, K-12, Kathy Larin, lead testing, performance, poverty, schools, sports, students, summer meals, Title IX

July Podcast Roundup – Podcasts You May Have Missed

Posted on August 7, 2018 by WatchBlog

We’ve been busy podcasting this summer! And if you’re not subscribed on iTunes or our RSS feed, you’re missing out. Today’s WatchBlog catches you up on some of our recent podcasts. Summer Meals Programs: During the school year, federal and other programs help provide meals … Continue reading →

Image | Posted on August 7, 2018 by WatchBlog | Tagged authentication, CFIUS, CNSA, Department of Agriculture, DOD, EWIS, foreign investment, IRS, Jay McTigue, Kathy Larin, Marie Mak, SI, summer meals, taxpayers

Roads on Tribal Lands

Posted on June 28, 2018 by WatchBlog

Roads connect people to education, employment, health care, and other essential services. Roads are especially important on tribal lands because of the remote location of some tribes. But these roads are often unpaved and may not be well maintained, such … Continue reading →

Image | Posted on June 28, 2018 by WatchBlog | Tagged Bureau of Indian Affairs, Bureau of Indian Education, education, EWIS, Rebecca Shea, roads, school, tribal lands

Diversifying the Pipeline of STEM Talent

Posted on June 19, 2018 by WatchBlog

Education programs in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) play an important role in preparing students for careers in STEM fields. Over the last decade, the federal government has taken important steps toward diversifying the pipeline of STEM talent in … Continue reading →

Image | Posted on June 19, 2018 by WatchBlog | Tagged America COMPETES Reauthorization Act of 2010, Committee on STEM Education, diversity, EWIS, Melissa Emrey-Arras, STEM, STEM education, underrepresented groups

Women in Tech

Posted on March 6, 2018 by WatchBlog

Research has shown that diversity brings new information and perspectives to a group, leading to better decision-making. But women comprise less than a quarter of the tech workforce, despite the fact that the tech sector continues to grow. Why? And … Continue reading →

Image | Posted on March 6, 2018 by WatchBlog | Tagged Cindy Brown Barnes, Department of Labor, EWIS, U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, women, women in science, women in tech, women's history month