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Editor-in-Chief and Associate Publisher

Joe Agron is the editor-in-chief/associate publisher of American School & University magazine. Joe has overseen AS&U's editorial direction for more than 30 years, and has helped influence and shape national school infrastructure issues. He has been sought out for comments by publications such as The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, USA Today, U.S. News & World Report, ABC News and CNN, and assisted with the introduction of the Education Infrastructure Act of 1994.

Joe also authors a number of industry-exclusive reports. His "Facilities Impact on Learning" series of special reports won national acclaim and helped bring the poor condition of the nation's schools to the attention of many in the U.S. Congress, U.S. Department of Education and the White House.

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Investing in Infrastructure

For schools and beyond, interest in infrastructure issues will surely grow—especially over the months ahead.
June 1, 2017
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Winning Programs

The recipients of this year’s Green Cleaning Award for Schools and Universities share many traits, among them vision; passion; innovation; communication skills; expertise; and...
April 1, 2017
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Funding Hits and Misses

Earlier this month, the Kansas Supreme Court rejected the state’s school finance system, saying it violates the constitution. The next day, a California school reaped a financial...
March 1, 2017
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Editor's Focus: New Beginnings

2017 is bringing change to American School & University just as it most likely is bringing change to you.
Feb. 11, 2017
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Editor's Focus: Building Money

November’s elections provided numerous surprises, twists and turns. While many of us are thankful things are quieting down, education institutions across the nation are getting...
Dec. 1, 2016
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Editor's Focus: A Look Ahead

One of the more informative publications recently released is “Projections of Education Statistics to 2024,” which examines various issues key to education planners and administrators...
Oct. 1, 2016
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Editor's Focus: Making It Matter

A school bond election held this summer illustrates the difference one vote makes.
Sept. 1, 2016
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Editor's Focus: Summer Breaks

Summer shouldn’t be all work. Here is a look at some lighthearted news items happening in and around the world of education.
July 1, 2016