North Carolina Has Jobs. So, Why Are Workers Struggling?

North Carolina's economy is booming with new jobs and opportunities. But there's a problem: one in four North Carolinians who start college never finish, leaving them locked out of higher-paying positions. Now, an innovative program at Wilkes Community College is helping adult learners complete their degrees and access better jobs. Meet the people turning dropouts into success stories. Support for ncIMPACT is provided by UNC Health. ncIMPACT North Carolina faces critical policy questions in a wide range of areas, including health, education, economic development, criminal justice, public finance, and the environment. In response, ncIMPACT was launched through the UNC School of Government. ncIMPACT is hosted by Anita Brown-Graham and David Hurst. Watch Fridays, 7:30 PM on PBS NC and the PBS app. Subscribe to the North Carolina Channel for more stories from ncIMPACT: ‪@NorthCarolinaChannel‬ Enjoy full episodes of your favorite PBS shows anytime, anywhere with the free PBS app: https://pbsnc.org/app/. This program is made possible by viewers like you! Support PBS North Carolina today: https://pbsnc.org/donate