May 2024 Network Updates

May 17th will mark the 70th anniversary of the Brown v. Board of Education of Topeka, KS 1954 supreme court decision to abolish the “separate but equal doctrine.” On April 23rd, the Network commemorated this occasion with a virtual convening of 214 attendees. View the recorded remarks from the Network Director and CSU Office of the Chancellor leadership, San José State ethnic studies faculty, middle leaders systemwide, and CSU students who spoke on desegregation efforts, their legacies, and the continued need to center diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice in California’s education systems. 

This fourth installment explores actionable steps that CSU staff and faculty can implement to better support students from low-income backgrounds in their educational journey. Building on previous discussions about the hurdles these students face, the value of a CSU degree, and comprehensive support systems, this piece dives deep into the practical interventions that can make a real difference.

Are you a student centered and equity minded staff, faculty or administrator? If so then we are tapping you on the shoulder to apply to be an Advisory Board Member for the Network. Ideal candidates have previously attended a Network event, understand their campuses and its needs and data, and are comfortable sharing with their campus our opportunities for professional development and scholarly inquiry. If this sounds like you please apply by June 7! If you have questions about the role please email the Advisory Board Chairperson, Shonda Goward, at shonda.goward@sjsu.edu.