InContext is a publication about Indiana's workforce and economy from the Indiana Business Research Center at Indiana University's Kelley School of Business.

Unemployment Rate Is Lower When Education Is Higher

by Carol Rogers and Rachel Justis

Does higher education ensure a more stable job? According to 2009 American Community Survey data, the two go hand-in-hand: as education goes up, unemployment goes down. Read More.

How Will Indiana's Shifting Population Affect Legislative Redistricting?

by Rachel Justis

It's almost time to redraw congressional districts so that they have roughly equal population. While the official 2010 population counts won’t be available until early next year, this article uses 2009 estimates to explore Indiana’s population shifts since the last redistricting. Read More.

A Year's Hard Labor: The Leading Index for Indiana

by Ryan Krause and Timothy Slaper

It’s been a year since the Leading Index for Indiana was released and it has thus far accurately predicted movements in the economy. What does this imply for the next several months of Indiana’s recovery? Read More.

Brazil: Countries IN Profile

by Matthew Hutchinson

Brazil maintains a significant trade relationship with Indiana. Learn which Hoosier exports are most in demand, as well as how this relationship has been affected by the global economic crisis. Read More.

Central Indiana: Realtors Region 4 Profile

by Carol Rogers

Learn more about the 10 counties in central Indiana's Realtors Region 4, including population, housing and labor force statistics. Read More.