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What does it mean to be 'adaptive while providing opportunities for resistance?' Editors @AdriannaKezar and @kcculver explore this moment in higher education in the new May/June issue of Change Magazine. Plus, insightful articles from @sarah_pingel, Jerry Daday, @carriebkisker…

Check out this amazing article that @royeljohnson collaborated on!

Thanks to all campuses that applied for the 2025 Delphi Award. Winners will be announced in September — $15,000 may be coming to your campus to continue your support of contingent/VITAL faculty! @USCRossier, @AdriannaKezar, @kcculver

"In times like these, it’s important to remember that #highered has faced these type of threats before and will endure through this troubling period. For institutions to remain strong and healthy, we will need leaders that can provide hope..." states @AdriannaKezar in the new…

Just two more days to complete your application for the 2025 Delphi Award. We're excited to partner with @aacu and funder @TIAAInstitute to award $15,000 to two institutions that have created systemic, scalable policies and programs to support their VITAL/contingent faculty. Will…

Back in 2022, @USCRossier Associate Professor Adrian Huerta received a $990,000 grant from the @usedgov for the @LBCityCollege Phoenix Scholars (@lbccps) program, which would significantly and positively change the lives of dozens of gang-impacted youth. Read the @hechingerreport…

This new journal article from the @USCPullias Promoting At-promise Student Success (PASS) team explores measurement of social class in #highered research: @USCRossier @AdriannaKezar

BREAKING NEWS: It's already been quite a year in #highered — and due to requests from our colleagues, we've decided to extend our 2025 Delphi Award application period for TWO WEEKS. Be sure to complete your application showing your systemic, scalable support of your…

Juneteenth isn’t just a date. It’s a call to remember, gather, and reflect. It marks a history of delayed freedom, resilience, and community strength. If you’re looking to take part, several local events across Los Angeles are offering space to gather and celebrate today.

From community college to tenured professor, Adrian Huerta’s journey is rooted in persistence and equity. He champions access and success for marginalized students through research and real-world impact. Read Huerta’s full story: bit.ly/4kE3wgC #USCRossier

ICYMI: Terrific attendance at our joint @USCPullias-@USCRaceEquity webinar last week. Missed it or want to watch it again? Here's your opportunity! youtube.com/watch?v=HgRpTl… @USCRossier

@royeljohnsonspoke with Spectrum News 1 about the politicization of public libraries—and what’s at stake for democracy, education, and marginalized communities. 📚🗳️ Check out the full story here: uscrec.info/spectrumnews

🎓 Equity work in higher ed is under attack. Ready to lead with impact? Join us TOMORROW for a powerful webinar on navigating today’s climate w/ the Shared Equity Leadership model + Everyday Equity Playbook. uscrec.info/campus-webinar

"Thus far in his career, Adrian Huerta has secured more than $2.8 million in local, state, federal, and philanthropic dollars for projects tied to his research agenda...." Read more about newly-tenured Associate Professor Huerta's path from community college student to tenured…

Wednesday morning: We still have a few spaces left for you to attend the joint @USCPullias and @USCRaceEquity webinar exploring "Today's Contentious Political Environment." Webinar begins at 11am PT — Register Here: uscrossier.zoom.us/webinar/regist… @USCRossier, @AdriannaKezar

Have you registered for next week's joint @USCPullias & @USCRaceEquity Center webinar, "Supporting Equity on Campus in Today's Contentious Political Environment?" @AdriannaKezar and Jessica DeCuir-Gunby will share how our SEL and Everyday Equity Playbook can help #HE leaders at…

Did you know that family messages, encouragement, and assets increase the odds of students expressing STEM career aspirations by about 40%? See my new article based on a nationwide study of over 15,000 college-goers in @JDHEtweets. doi.org/10.1037/dhe000… @USCPullias @USCRossier

“It’s about the association of educational research with interests and values that are at odds with the administration’s priorities,” said Professor Julie Posselt in this new, insightful article “Funding Cuts are a ‘Gut Punch’ for STEM Education Researchers.” Read the full piece…