20MM News Archive

A Renewed Commitment to Build a Prison-to-University Pipeline: Inspiration from the Prison to University Conference

The Prison to University conference highlighted how a prison-to-university pipeline would not only equip incarcerated individuals with the skills and knowledge necessary to reintegrate successfully into their communities, but also foster a sense of empowerment, purpose, and self-worth, which are essential for success.

Get to Know our 2023 Open Educational Resources Spark Grants Recipients

Open Educational Resources Spark Grantees

Following a competitive application process and informed by the recommendations of the Spark Community Advisors, join us in welcoming the 2023 OER Spark Grantees. We look forward to sharing the impact of the 2023 grants in the year to come!

California Community Colleges Signal Exciting Phase for Zero Textbook Cost Degrees

Two years after Governor Gavin Newsom called out the usurious textbook marketplace and included $115 million in his budget for Zero Textbook Cost degrees, it is time to take the pulse of California’s ZTC implementation.

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Addressing Digital Equity Priorities in California: Takeaways From PPIC’s Virtual Conference

“Bridging California’s Digital Divide” highlighted the historic investments, local innovations, and digital equity priorities in the state of California. Cristal Mojica shares highlights from PPIC’s conference.

Is California’s $6B Broadband Investment Reaching Our Most Vulnerable Communities?

As California takes massive strides towards digital equity, the next two years will be pivotal in ensuring SB 156 funding is used effectively. The Public Policy Institute of California, a Michelson Spark Grantee, will leverage their Spark Grant to analyze the implementation of the funding.

A 30-Year Opportunity in the Making: Pell Grant Reinstatement

Nearly 30 years later, as many as 700,000 individuals in prison will become eligible for financial aid thanks to Pell Grant reinstatement—a policy change that has the potential to open up new college opportunities all across the country.

Unlocking Federal Funding through Data-Informed Maps: How #OaklandUndivided Is Advancing Digital Equity

#OaklandUndivided Digital Equity Spark Grantee

#OaklandUndivided is standing up for the residents of Oakland by identifying data-informed strategies to illustrate disparities in the California Public Utilities Commission’s and the FCC’s broadband maps.

One Step Closer to Closing the Equity Gap: How Updates to Title IX Will Better Protect and Support Pregnant and Parenting Students

New Protections for Pregnant and Parenting Students: Updates to Title IX, explored how Title IX–a crucial federal law–provides support for pregnant and parenting students in almost every school in the United States.

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Breaking Down Barriers to Digital Health Equity: How ITUP Is Ensuring California’s State Digital Equity Plan Accounts for Telehealth and Broadband Needs

We are proud to support ITUP, a Michelson 20MM Spark Grantee, as they work to protect vulnerable populations by breaking down barriers to digital healthcare and increasing digital equity within California.

Welcoming Chinwe Ohanele, Esq., to The Michelson Institute for Intellectual Property

An accomplished attorney, serial entrepreneur, and content junkie, Chinwe Ohanele will leverage her experience in business and intellectual property law to close the IP educational gap as the Senior Program Manager for Michelson IP.