From the editor.

PositionEditorial

Cliche: knowledge is power. New cliche: knowledge is empowerment.

Both articles presented to you in this issue focus on knowledge and education. The first looks at "knowledge production" in our universities and the spillover effects that can be seen, most notably within an hour's drive of the institution. Indiana is shown to be uniquely situated in this regard, having its own top-tier universities and being so close to those in Chicago.

Knowledge, as measured by degree attainment, is once again shown to be empowering for those seeking to be re-employed, particularly after the latest recession--which for many didn't end until last year when businesses began hiring...

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