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Smart weighs in on possible NJ Transit rail strike

Smart weighs in on possible NJ Transit rail strike

As talks continue between #NJTransit and its rail engineers' union to try to avert a walkout by the union at midnight on Thursday, professor Mike Smart weighed in on the looming issues with the WABC7 Eyewitness News Mornings @ 10 team.

NJSPL: Snapshot of NJ Undergrad Degree Earners

NJSPL: Snapshot of NJ Undergrad Degree Earners

According to the report, more than 59,300 students in New Jersey earned an associate or bachelor’s degree during the 2023–2024 academic year—a 0.5% decrease from the previous year.

NJSPL Report: Emotional Well-Being of NJ Nurses

NJSPL Report: Emotional Well-Being of NJ Nurses

COVID-19 brought to light the disparities among the nursing workforce that have been simmering in our health care system and highlighted the need for nurses to access emotional well-being programs with the intention of reducing emotional distress and burnout. In recognition of National Nurses Week, researchers have published a new report examining the findings from a study administered to NJ nurses who participated in the emotional support Virtual Schwartz Rounds (VSR) online sessions.

“Work Trends RU” Podcast with Gov. Murphy

“Work Trends RU” Podcast with Gov. Murphy

Heldrich Center for Workforce Development has launched its new podcast series, "Work Trends RU," exploring the changing worlds of work, education, social policy, and financial security. The series covers a variety of issues, including the contemporary workforce,...