Kendra A. Morales

U.S. commerce secretary floats idea of changing how GDP is calculated

Earlier this year, Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick floated the idea of changing the way they calculate this economic indicator.

Apodaca: Education cuts reveal an 'outrage we can't afford to ignore'

Shuttering the U.S. Department of Education would be a devastating loss for U.S. education.

Fighting hunger on campus while avoiding waste

How California's colleges prepare for active shooters

When your polling place is a dungeon: Medieval Times workers vote on unionizing

3 experts speak about Asian voting power in District 45

California university students struggle with housing insecurity

This college Latinx Lab won't X-out Chicanos. It plans to preserve Chicano history, embrace...

As L.A. schools return, should monkeypox be a concern for students, staff?

Inside one O.C. Mexican Catholic family, abortion still divides generations

Cal State Fullerton Named One of Nation's Best Colleges, Top Performers on Social Mobility

U.S. News & World Report named Cal State Fullerton as the nation's No. 7 Top Performer on Social Mobility and No. 83 Top Public School for 2022-23.

Daniel Dae Kim on Asian American Experience: 'You Have to Make Your Own Room'

Actor and producer Daniel Dae Kim spoke at Cal State Fullerton about his work in entertainment and social justice advocacy.

Centering LGBTQ Women of Color as the Face of Punk

A Chicana and Chicano studies faculty member says punk music was the 'first language' of social justice for many women of color and LGBTQ youth.

Angela Davis to CSUF Students: 'Never Be Satisfied With the Way Things Are'

Renowned political activist, author and scholar Angela Davis spoke at Cal State Fullerton on the state of social movements, justice and progress.

Campus Celebrates First-Generation Titans

First-Generation College Student Celebration Week encourages community among first-generation CSUF students, faculty and staff.

African American Studies Chair Named Orange County's First Poet Laureate

The Orange County Poet Laureate program launched in 2021 to honor local poets who promote social justice.

How Undocumented Students are Faring in California's Public Universities

An education faculty member researches how undocumented immigration status can disrupt the well-being of students.

News and Social Media in the Post-Trump Era

A First Amendment expert discusses how the Jan. 6 insurrection and Donald Trump's presidency will influence the future of news reporting and social media.

2020's Influence on the English Language

English, comparative literature and linguistics expert says the COVID-19 pandemic inspired new expressions like “the before times,” “coronacut” and “coronials.”

Device May Prevent Respiratory Complications from Ventilators

A nursing faculty member designed a sponge-like insert that could help several million surgery and ICU patients each year.

USM Names Dean of the College of Business and Economic Development

John "Bret" Becton officially began his role on July 1.

Cybersecurity Summit keeps hackers and terrorists at bay

The Mississippi College Cybersecurity Summit will address how cybersecurity threats can impact local businesses, governments and consumers.

From Germany to Millsaps College: Addressing climate change

Business leaders from the United States and Germany speak on global climate action at Millsaps College.

Millsaps one of 10 colleges chosen for racial healing program

The Association of American Colleges and Universities selected Millsaps College as one of 10 sites for its first Truth, Racial Healing & Transformation Campus Centers.

Lawmakers, educators set high expectations for new School of Medicine

Gov. Phil Bryant and other state officials speak at the University of Mississippi Medical Center School of Medicine dedication ceremony.

When invasive plants attack, a new tech tool can nip it in the bud

Mississippi State University researchers tackle invasive weeds that increase the potential for fire using a special drone.

Obama to grads: 'Write your own story'

First Lady Michelle Obama delivers the commencement address to graduating seniors at Jackson State University.

TAMIU partners with Mexican universities to boost oil and gas industries

Texas A&M International University and five Mexican universities aim to spark innovation in oil and gas.

Grant awarded LBCC helps vets become truck drivers

A truck driving training program that prioritizes veterans and their spouses launches at Long Beach City College.

UCI chancellor honored for commitment to diversity

The Orange County Human Relations Council honors UC Irvine Chancellor Michael Drake as a diverse community leader advocating for human and civil rights.

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