Rising By Degrees
Friday, November 6, 2009

Rising By Degrees

Rising By Degrees
The United States is facing a dramatic demographic challenge: Young Latinos are the fastest-growing segment of the population, and they are the least likely to graduate from college. Experts say the future of the American economy is at stake, because higher education is essential in the 21st century economy. Rising by Degrees tells the story of Latino students working towards a college degree—and why it’s so hard for them to get what they want. Emily Hanford, American Radio Works, Nov. 6, 2009