We’ve all seen the headlines. Felt them to our very bones and generally before our morning coffee. People are tired and worn out. We’ve learned a new term: languishing. As we approach yet another anniversary of the pandemic that caught us all flat-footed and unaware, it seems that to be exhausted and overwhelmed is just… Read more »
By Rachel Leininger Colleges and universities are seeing a 3.2% decline in enrollment from a year ago and only 73% of students returned for their second year in 2020—down 2% from 2019 (Source: Forbes). While there has been a steady decline in enrollment since 2012, the pandemic has added numerous challenges. Many families are feeling… Read more »
With recent events in Ukraine occupying much of our thoughts these days, we asked one of philanthropy’s own, Nick Deychakiwsky, to share his recommendations on how to help the country of his heritage. The thoughts below are his own and do not necessarily reflect the Lilly Family School of Philanthropy or Indiana University. Thanks so… Read more »
By Leslie Lenkowsky If you’ve ordered Girl Scout cookies this year — or still plan to — expect to pay more and wait longer for delivery of the more popular varieties, such as S’mores and Samoas. The Girl Scouts are “earning a new badge in global economic turmoil,” as the Wall Street Journal puts it. Supply-chain disruptions… Read more »
By John Ferguson, TPF Fellow 20/21 The role of a fellow at The Patterson Foundation (TPF) is quite the experience. It is a rich and transformative year-long (or a bit more if you happened to start during a global pandemic like I did) immersive experience. It can be challenging to describe, though I liken it… Read more »