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Empowering Parenting Students: Building Belonging and Support at California’s CSUs
This blog discusses the challenges faced by pregnant and parenting students at California State Universities, emphasizing the need for clearer resources and stronger support. By fostering a sense of belonging, institutions can improve academic outcomes and student well-being.
Advancing Smart Justice Solutions: A Year of Impact
In 2024, the Michelson 20MM Foundation made significant strides in advancing smart justice reform by supporting education, career pathways, and community investments. Key initiatives, such as the Spark Grants and partnerships with organizations like Homeboy Industries and UCR LIFTED, helped expand opportunities for system-impacted individuals and fostered systemic change.
Transforming Education Through Open: A Year of Impact
In 2024, the OER initiative supported Governor Newsom’s $115M investment in Zero Textbook Cost degrees, while conducting research on automatic textbook billing. The program also expanded student involvement, built community among educators, and supported innovative grants and national conferences.
Driving Multigenerational Change for California’s Student Parents: A Year of Impact
n 2024, the Michelson 20MM Foundation advanced key efforts to support pregnant and parenting students, including the launch of new funding opportunities. Looking ahead to 2025, the Michelson 20MM aims to expand our efforts, driving systems change and fostering multigenerational success for student parents in California.
Democratizing Intellectual Property Education: A Year of Impact
In 2024, the Michelson Intellectual Property Institute (MIPI) made significant strides in democratizing IP education, expanding our impact through global engagement, K-12 initiatives, and partnerships with Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). The year also saw the launch of a legal fellowship program and the spotlighting of young inventors.
Welcoming Amy Rodriguez to the Marketing and Communications Team
The Michelson 20MM Foundation welcomes Amy Rodriguez as a Marketing and Communications Intern. With experience in project management and a passion for equity, Amy will help amplify the Foundation’s mission to promote education, digital equity, and social change.
Supporting Incarcerated Women: Overcoming Challenges and Creating Reentry Pathways
The recent installment of “Pathways From Prison to College In Action” explored the unique challenges faced by incarcerated women in California. We discussed the importance of systemic reforms and support programs to help them successfully reintegrate into society after incarceration.
The Road to Broadband for All: Internet as a Public Good and Civil Right: A Small Scale Survey
This report explores how municipal broadband can address digital inequities in Los Angeles by improving access, reducing costs, and fostering community engagement. It also highlights the impact of the Affordable Connectivity Program’s termination on vulnerable populations and calls for stronger advocacy and publicly owned internet solutions.