2019 Nebraska Data Users Conference

The University of Nebraska at Omaha Center for Public Affairs Research (CPAR) is pleased to present its 30th annual professional development data series.

August 14, 2019

2020 Census and the Bureau's New Data Portal - data.census.gov

PART I: The Census Bureau has redesigned and recently unveiled a new tool for accessing their data - data.census.gov In this live demonstration, you will see how to use the new system, and view new features. The portal will replace American FactFinder.
PART II: Every 10 years the Census Bureau counts every person and household in the United States. This session will cover the 2020 Census, including geographic programs, partnership activities, timeline, job recruitment, and discussion of the new online option to complete the decennial census questionnaire.

• Dennis Johnson, U.S. Census Bureau Denver Regional Office
• Kanin Reese, Dissemination Outreach Branch, U.S. Census Bureau, Washington, D.C.

New Trends, Resources, and Applications | The Future of Nebraska's Data

Many Nebraska organizations are doing excellent work in the field of data visualization and improving access to data. This session will highlight some of this work, including portals and dashboards that present data quickly and easily. See live demonstrations of various useful products from: Nebraska Department of Labor, Omaha Community Foundation, Nebraska Children and Families Foundation, Nebraska Coordinating Commission for Postsecondary Education, and our own Center for Public Affairs Research.

• Jodie Meyer, Nebraska Department of Labor
• Catherine Brown, Nebraska Children and Families Foundation
• Emily Nguyen, Omaha Community Foundation
• Jill Heese, Nebraska Coordinating Commission for Postsecondary Education
• Melanie Kiper, University of Nebraska at Omaha Center for Public Affairs Research

Nebraska State and Local Population Trends

Our annual session to present the latest population trends and changes in Nebraska, including aging, diversity, the workforce, and population change.

• David Drozd, University of Nebraska at Omaha Center for Public Affairs Research

Topic-Based Breakout Sessions

Census Basics and Obtaining Stats from data.census.gov - Designed for first-time conference attendees or as a refresher, this session will cover important census concepts such as race versus ethnicity, large and small geographies, how and when data are released, and key terminology. Examples will be shown using the Census Bureau’s new data portal.

• David Drozd, University of Nebraska at Omaha Center for Public Affairs Research
• Kanin Reese, Dissemination Outreach Branch, U.S. Census Bureau, Washington, D.C.

Education Governance, Finance, and Outcomes - The changing demographics of Nebraska are most evident among our youth. Explore the demographics of Nebraska’s primary and secondary schools and how our demographics impact school financing, governance, and outcomes in our schools.

• Senator Tony Vargas, District 7, Nebraska Unicameral and Omaha Healthy Kids Alliance
• Josie Gatti Schafer, Ph.D., University of Nebraska at Omaha Center for Public Affairs Research

Nebraska's Current and Future Workforce - Workforce issues continue to be cited as a top challenge in Nebraska. This will be an opportunity to discuss all aspects of Nebraska’s changing workforce.

• Jodie Meyer, Nebraska Department of Labor
• Erin Porterfield, Heartland Workforce Solutions

Aging and Its Impacts - The 2020 Census is projected to show 77 million Americans will be age 65 or older, up from 40 million in 2010. Are you ready for the continued rise? Discuss the challenges and opportunities regarding our aging population.

• Julie Masters, Ph.D., University of Nebraska at Omaha Department of Gerontology
• Christopher Kelly, Ph.D., University of Nebraska at Omaha Department of Gerontology

Economic Data and Tools - How many people are commuting into or out of certain areas? Where is the best site location for a new business? Tools such as Census Business Builder and the Local Employment Dynamics program (LED) can answer these types of questions. Learn how they work here.

• David Schuler, U.S. Census Bureau
• Jerry Deichert, University of Nebraska at Omaha Center for Public Affairs Research

Socio-Economic and Health Disparities - Gaps exist in wages and health outcomes based upon your race or age. The ZIP code where you live determines much about your financial and personal well-being. Discuss aspects of the differences and current research in this expanding field of study.

• Athena Ramos, Ph.D., UNMC Center for Reducing Health Disparities

Presentation Slides

• 2020 Census and the Bureau's New Data Portal - data.census.gov
• New Trends, Resources, and Applications | The Future of Nebraska's Data
• Nebraska State and Local Population Trends
• Topic-Based Breakout Sessions - Census Basics and Obtaining Stats from data.census.gov
• Topic-Based Breakout Sessions - Education Governance, Finance, and Outcomes
• Topic-Based Breakout Sessions - Nebraska's Current and Future Workforce
• Topic-Based Breakout Sessions - Aging and Its Impacts
• Topic-Based Breakout Sessions - Economic Data and Tools
• Topic-Based Breakout Sessions - Socio-Economic and Health Disparities

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