Over the past year, colleges and universities have gained valuable experience collecting, analyzing and disseminating data. They initiated much of this work in response to the devastating impact of ...

Imagine trying to navigate an unfamiliar city with a broken compass. The needle appears steady and reliable, instilling confidence in each turn you take. But unbeknownst to you, every step leads you ...

In my previous article for Directions, I talked about “equity mapping” and the patterns of inequity we find in places when we look at certain indicators. Maps of health, economics, and accessibility ...

Data often comes with the assumption that it represents an objective truth. However, once you peel back the layers, you quickly realize that data is subject to choices—choices that can influence ...