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…
February 16, 2024
National Report on Tracking Transfer
In following the inaugural National Transfer Summit, new reports have described a state-by-state analysis of whether community college students from all varieties of backgrounds transfer to four year institutions and successfully earn their bachelor’s degree. These studies have paved the way for transfer rates and outcome investigations by student demographic subgroup, demonstrating a lack of…
February 15, 2024
University of Washington Student Resources for Racial Equity
In the realm of institutional processes, ample evidence indicates that students of color often encounter substantial isolation and challenges in adapting, as educational institutions have only recently evolved into more inclusive environments for Black students and other individuals of color. Institutional racism, microaggressive behaviors, and other forms of active oppression continue to take place within…
February 13, 2024
Prioritizing Racial Equity in Research
CCRI’s work in transfer is guided by our commitment to center racial equity and anti-racist strategies to support and transform policies and systems that historically and presently oppress our student population into ones that equitably enhance their growth and development in our institutions. Our transfer research presents evidence that such problems continue to persist within…
February 8, 2024
Celebrating Black History Month
The 2024 theme of Black History Month is “African Americans and the Arts,” which explores the key influence African Americans have had on visual and performing arts, literature, fashion, folklore, language, film, music, architecture, culinary, and other forms of cultural expression. African American artists have used art to preserve history and community memory as well…
February 6, 2024
CCRI’s Commitment to Racial Justice and Equity
In honoring this year’s Black history month, the CCRI community would like to reaffirm our commitment to racial justice and equity. It is important to acknowledge the ways in which history has shaped educational and institutional access as a whole. These spaces have been afflicted by racism and significant, intersectional forms of oppression designed to…
January 29, 2024
CCRI is Hiring a New Research Scientist
Apply here! Undergraduate Academic Affairs (UAA) shapes, advances and stewards a world-class undergraduate academic experience for students at the University of Washington. Staff, faculty and students in UAA deepen and enrich the learning experience for all undergraduates, recognizing and supporting the unique learning path of each individual student and the commitment of each academic program to…