Texas lawmakers are now considering a pilot program to provide counties with funds to deal with youths they would otherwise send to TYC. Ohio adopted this policy in 1995, and this paper describes the policy and examines the results, which have included fewer commitments to state lockups, lower costs, and reduced recidivism.
Higher Education
(Not) Cheaper by the Dozen | Debunking 12 Common Myths About Higher Education
Myth 1: A’s and B’s Are Marks of Distinction in College, With C’s Signifying Average Performance. Reality: According to GradeInflation.com, as well as other later surveys, in the early 1960s, the percentage of A’s awarded in colleges nationwide was 15%. But today, an A is the most common grade awarded in college. As of 2023,...
May 21, 2026