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The Convergence of History, Geography, and Economics in Northeastern Pennsylvania
Historic Economic Connectivity Equidistant from Broad Street in Philadelphia and Central Park in New York City, Northeastern Pennsylvania is approximately 125 miles…
Q&A: A Conversation on Higher Ed Part 2
This is Part 2 of Dr. Leroy Nunery's blog series, a Q&A discussion on Higher Education. You can read Part 1 by…
Q&A: A Conversation on Higher Ed Part 1
This is Part 1 of 2 of Dr. Leroy Nunery's blog series, a Q&A discussion on Higher Education. ESI is using April…
The Future of Higher Education
ESI is using April to highlight our work with higher education institutions. We value and take great pride in our work with…
Higher Education: What Will it Look Like in Five Years?
ESI is using April to highlight our work with higher education institutions. We value and take great pride in our work with…
Universal Basic Income in the U.S.
Navneet Singh and Delsea Albanese were Drexel University Co-Ops with ESI from September 2018-April 2019. ESI was delighted to give them the…
The Importance of Internships
Econsult Solutions is committed to promoting and supporting education and advancement for college students who are interested in interning at ESI. We…
Sports Betting Sweeps March Madness
Depending how yesterday’s games went, you may already be mathematically eliminated from winning your office bracket. But given the fact that the…
Neighborhoods Outside Center City Remain Steady for Development
Many news sources are showing that home construction started to slow down nationally at the end of 2018, with single-family permits dropping…
China’s Rail System
On October 24, 2018, the longest bridge-tunnel crossing system in the world connecting Hong Kong, Zhuhai, and Macau was opened. Hailed as…
Opportunity Zone Strategies for Municipalities
You may have noticed the hoopla; you may have heard the hubbub: Everyone is talking about federal Opportunity Zones. In 2017, the…
The Role of Ridesharing in the Nightlife Economy
Cities are increasingly planning for nighttime activities just as thoughtfully and formally as they plan and manage the daytime economy. Downtowns are…
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