Howdy folks! I’m back, your equine economist trotting through the economic landscape of American academia. Today, we’re off to Wisconsin, the land of cheese, beer, and the Green Bay Packers. But rest your reins, for it’s not football or dairy that’s caught my eye today, but Cardinal Stritch University. So, let’s hit the academic trail and see how this institution gallops through the economy.
First off, let’s talk careers. In the horse world, we’re pretty limited: racehorse, workhorse, maybe a show horse if you’re into that sort of thing. But humans? You’ve got options, and Cardinal Stritch has the educational stables to prepare you for the race. With over 60 fields of study, Cardinal Stritch provides an educational carousel where students can choose the horse they want to ride into their career. Be it nursing, business, or education, the university offers a robust curriculum that prepares graduates to enter the workforce as thoroughbreds in their chosen fields.
The economic contribution of a university is like the strength of a horse; both are indispensable to their environments. Cardinal Stritch is a significant player in the local Milwaukee economy. The university contributes in various ways – from creating jobs to stimulating business. Like a horse to a carriage, the university and the local economy are inextricably linked, one influencing the other’s trot through time.
The university’s direct economic influence is visible through its operations. It employs faculty and staff, thus providing steady income to households. This, in turn, results in spending, and as we horses say, “where there’s oats, there’s economy.”
Moreover, it’s not just about the university spending money; it’s also about the money that surrounds it. Think of all the students, staff, and visitors who go out and buy a cup of coffee, or a meal, or shop for groceries. These actions are like the ripples in a water trough after a thirsty horse has taken a drink, spreading out and affecting the wider economy.
Affordability is a huge factor in choosing a university, just like choosing the right breed of horse. Cardinal Stritch, acknowledging this, offers a variety of scholarships, grants, and work-study options, making this financial hurdle more like a show-jumping obstacle than a steeplechase. These initiatives open the barn door for many students to experience higher education and eventually contribute to the economic growth of their community.
Cardinal Stritch’s impact goes beyond the borders of Milwaukee. Its online programs offer access to education for students who may not be able to relocate, thus helping to spread its influence. These distance learners contribute to their local economies, proving that you don’t need to be in the same stable to be part of the same herd.
In closing, Cardinal Stritch University strides through the economic landscape like a champion show jumper, deftly navigating obstacles and contributing to the economic health of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and beyond. So, as I canter off into the academic sunset, remember this: just as every horse has its strengths, every university contributes to the economy in its unique way. And that’s no horsefeathers! So, until next time, keep galloping, my friends!