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Tag Archives: EWIS
Back to School with GAO
As students return to school, some are facing more challenges than just catching the bus and doing homework. Today, the WatchBlog is testing your knowledge of some of the issues affecting the well-being of the nation’s school-age children.
GAO for Your Reading Pleasure
Our reports make for great reads, but sometimes summer calls for lighter fare. For National Book Lovers Day, read about how our real-life work shows up in best sellers and lesser known books alike. Best sellers
Help for Those Who Help Provide Special Education
Since 1975, the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act has helped school-aged children with disabilities obtain an education. Last fiscal year, it helped nearly 7 million students participate in classes and engage in school-based activities. But are educators spending more time … Continue reading
Addressing Sexual Abuse in Youth Sports Programs
Enrolling your child in a local soccer or other sports club is often a rite of passage, not to mention a great way for kids to meet friends and get some exercise. While many youth athletes have positive interactions with … Continue reading
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April 14, 2016
Tagged abuse, assault, children, club sports, DOE, DOJ, EWIS, HHS, kids, protecting children, protecting kids, SAAM, sports camp, summer sports
Retirement Savings Strategies Are Not One Size Fits All
People are living longer and spending more time in retirement. In addition, individuals are now expected to ensure their own retirement financial security. It’s no wonder that planning for retirement has become one of the most important financial moves you … Continue reading
Federal Funding for Women in STEM
The federal government gives nearly $25 billion a year to universities to conduct cutting-edge research in science, technology, engineering, and math—commonly called STEM—fields. But studies show that women are still largely underrepresented in these fields. Given the underrepresentation, are the … Continue reading
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March 14, 2016
Tagged DOD, DOE, EWIS, higher education, NASA, NIH, NSF, Pi Day, Title IX, women in science, women in tech, women's history month
A Seat in the Boardroom
Women’s history month is not only a time to celebrate women’s accomplishments, but also a time to reflect on their progress, particularly in positions of leadership. In honor of International Women’s Day, today’s WatchBlog examines the representation of women on … Continue reading
GAO Goes to the Oscars
As the Academy Awards ceremony approaches, we’re looking at how our work has Oscar-worthy appeal. And the nominees are… Preventing a Sequel to The Big Short Using comedy and celebrity cameos, The Big Short reveals the complexities of the 2008 … Continue reading
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February 25, 2016
Tagged Academy Awards, ASM, Benicio Del Toro, Emily Blunt, EWIS, FMCI, IAT, Jennifer Lawrence, Josh Brolin, Joy, Matt Damon, NASA, Orion, Oscars, SI, Sicario, SLS, Space Launch System, The Big Short, The Martian
Women on Corporate Boards (infographic)
Women account for almost half the nation’s workforce. How do they fare higher up the corporate ladder? We looked into women’s representation on corporate boards by analyzing data and talking to CEOs, board directors, and others. Check out our latest … Continue reading
