Mateo Garcia is a journalist and analyst dedicated to the social and economic dynamics of rural areas. He investigates how innovations in education and technology can revitalize these communities.
9 published articles
The academic job market for humanities Ph.D.s, which collapsed in 2008, has never recovered, leading to department closures and dire career prospects for scholars.
Northwest Iowa grapples with a federal shutdown's impact on farmers as FSA offices partially reopen, while local leaders push for E15 legislation and community growth.
In Wyoming, high-paying jobs offered without a degree requirement are challenging the traditional value of a four-year college education for many young people.
A new report reveals a critical shortage of afterschool care in South Carolina, with 5 out of 6 parents who want a program unable to find one for their child.
A federal lawsuit has been filed against Portland Public Schools, challenging its decade-old policy of allocating extra funding to schools based on student race.
Most Arizona public school students failed state standardized tests, with only 40% passing English and 33% passing math. Results are stagnant from last year, showing varied district performance and on
Methodist University has received preliminary accreditation for its new medical school, set to open in 2026, which will be the first in the Fayetteville region.
The phrase 'six-seven' is causing classroom disruptions as students use it indiscriminately. Teachers are implementing varied strategies, from banning it to incorporating it, while experts note its so
A new classroom prototype in rural Alabama uses technology and flexible design to connect students with remote expert teachers, addressing educational disparities.
