The state has now recovered just over 80 percent of the 258,000 jobs lost as a result of the recession.
James Hughes, dean of the Edward J. Bloustein School of Planning and Public Policy at Rutgers University, called it a “strong report.”
He noted that the jobless rate fell because people found jobs, rather than because they left the work force, as has happened in the past. He also welcomed the growth in the labor force – the number of people who either have a job or are looking for one.
Powerful Praise Those who are being honored share one characteristic: They are quick to credit their colleagues. Business in New Jersey Everyday (BINJE) honored CEOs and executive directors, managing partners and principals - those who are in charge in every sector in...
Modern Rate Design in the Northeast: Unlocking Efficiency, Affordability, and Electrification Read the full report Executive Summary The Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions face some of the highest energy costs and energy burdens in the country. Regionally, energy...
NJDEP Brownfield Success Stories Office of Brownfield & Community Revitalization, Contaminated Site Remediation & Redevelopment Doug Leung, Josephine Michener, Emily Perez, Samantha Findeisen, Rachel Stopper, Ronald Wienckoski Bloustein School Alums Josephine...
The Heldrich Center for Workforce Development has announced the release of a new Multi-State Teacher Workforce Report, designed to provide a comprehensive, data-driven view of the educator pipeline from preparation and certification to placement, retention, and...
A Farewell Ride With the MetroCard, on Every Transit Line That Uses It In a recent New York Times feature, Rutgers Bloustein alum Jeremy Zorek (Planning and Public Policy '25) is highlighted as part of a group of transit enthusiasts undertaking a unique, all-day...