January 29, 2025
Welcoming new research scientist Jordan Reed!
We are thrilled to welcome and introduce our newest team member, Jordan Reed, whose research and action primarily addresses the systematic role of education in status reproduction for historically underrepresented, subaltern, low-income, and first-generation college students. Grounded in community psychology, Jordan uses critical and postcolonial frameworks to work alongside students and their communities, fostering systemic…
January 28, 2025
Charting Practices and Critical Mentorship Strategies for Rural Community College Students
Mentoring is a powerful tool for enhancing student persistence and success, especially for students who face greater entrenched systematic injustice in higher education. This is particularly important for rural students, who combined with the challenges faced by community college students, represent a group often underserved by traditional mentorship programs. In our second data note of…
Rural Community College Mentees Wanted!
This is the third phase of a three-phase study. A description of the prior phases and what we learned can be found in our Data Note 2 for this project. We are gathering a nationwide sample, surveying students who are or have experienced mentoring at rural-serving institutions to learn about potential differences and commonalities in…
Reflecting on ASHE and Looking Ahead to DREAM 2025
In November, our team had the privilege of presenting at the Association for the Study of Higher Education (ASHE) conference in Minneapolis, MN. The event offered a great opportunity to share our work, connect with fellow grantees from the Rural Learner Success (RLS) Initiative supported by Ascendium Education Group, and reflect on how to better…
Unlocking STEM Potential: How Partnerships are Bridging the Transfer Gap
Imagine a future where talented science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) students from low-income backgrounds have a clear and supported pathway from their community college to a 4-year university to complete their bachelor’s degree in their chosen major. This vision is becoming a reality thanks to innovative partnerships between 2-year and 4-year institutions. The STEM…
January 14, 2025
UW Community College Research Initiatives awarded $1.7 million grant from Ascendium Education Group to continue STEM Transfer Partnerships program
The University of Washington’s Community College Research Initiatives (CCRI) has been awarded a $1.7 million grant from Ascendium Education Group to continue its STEM Transfer Partnerships (STP) program, which aims to increase equity in STEM education for low-income learners across Washington state. This funding extension builds on an earlier $1.17 million grant, continuing the work…
March 1, 2024
Preparation to Action, What We Can Do
Following the discussion CCRI’s ongoing commitment to racial equity and anti-racist practices within and beyond institutional frameworks, we want to empower you with actionable information derived from the learnings we’ve shared throughout this month. Below, you’ll find a curated selection of articles and resources designed to enrich your approach to anti-racism efforts. Initiating discussions…
February 27, 2024
Coaching For Change: Equity Towards Equality
As we come to the end of this Black History Month, we want to express our unwavering dedication to fostering equity and taking proactive measures to uphold the diverse and inclusive standards we set for ourselves, while also encouraging similar commitments from others. In alignment with this mission, we invite you to explore our Coaching…
February 23, 2024
Resources for Our Greater UW Community
Building on previous discussions about access to resources, we want to share the educational resources accessed through the Northwest African American Museum, which is focused on racial justice and equity, as well as various centers and organizations dedicated to STEM, the arts, history, and other educational assets. Additionally, we’ve included an extensive list of recommended…
February 20, 2024
Examining Gaps in Supporting Underserved Community College Students
Within CCRI’s research, we recognize the unique challenges faced by students from marginalized backgrounds, particularly those belonging to communities of color, who form a significant portion of our community college demographic. Our exploration of data and historical trends reveals that due to a persistent lack of clarity in transfer pathways in STEM majors, these students…