Research
The William J. Hughes Center for Public Policy at Stockton University supports faculty research and publishes their work on policy issues relevant to the region, the state, and the country.
Data Snapshot: Immigrant Workers in the New Jersey Economy
Foreign-born residents are a critical part of the New Jersey workforce and participate
in the labor force at higher rates than native-born residents, according to data and analysis released by Professor of Economics Dr. Ramya Vijaya and Economics student Madison Giusti in
2024.
Diplomacy Lab
The Diplomacy Lab at Stockton University is a partnership with the U.S. Department
of State, offering students and faculty the opportunity to tackle real-world foreign
policy challenges. It allows students to engage directly with policymakers, contributing
to the policymaking process and leveraging academic expertise to address global issues.
Faculty Research
The Hughes Center works with Stockton University faculty to produce and disseminate
research and commentary. These projects cover a range of public policy topics, including
economic impacts, immigration, mental health, and civic engagement.
South Jersey Economic Review (SJER)
Since 2006, the South Jersey Economic Review has provided the region’s stakeholders and policymakers timely, high quality research that focuses on the regional economy.
The Review analyzes the region’s key industries and tracks its most important labor force, wage, and demographic trends.
