Dr Brian Richard, a Senior Research Associate of the Center for Governmental Studies at NIU, is currently editor of The Journal of Economic Development in Higher Education, an online, peer-reviewed journal dedicated to the study of university-led economic development.

The Journal examines ways in which institutions of higher education foster competitiveness through human capital formation; research and innovation; and quality-of-place strategies that make communities attractive places to live, work, operate businesses, and raise families.  Innovative models of local initiatives are a strong focus of this journal.  See guidelines for submission here, or contact Dr. Richard at [email protected].