Research Computing & Data Services at USC Center
The advanced research computing and data services provided by USC Center for Advanced Research Computing (CARC) to enhance research productivity and drive excellence in USC's research community.
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Biospecimen Collection, Storage, and Shipment Overview at USC Central Laboratory
This overview covers the types of biospecimens collected, specimen collection schedule, supplies, protocols, and shipping instructions at the USC Central Laboratory. It includes details on whole blood collection for different assays, storage procedures, and shipment to USC Labs and Charles River Lab
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Empowering Excellence, Advancing Equity,and Expanding Impact
Michigan State University's strategic plan for 2030 focuses on empowering excellence, advancing equity, and expanding impact. The vision includes significantly expanding opportunity, advancing equity, and fostering a vibrant, caring community. The plan outlines core values such as collaboration, equ
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Trojan International Training for USC Department Administrators
In this detailed guide, USC Department Administrators will find information on scholar e-form requests, submission timelines, processing times, preliminary application steps, and application requirements for international scholars at USC. The process for DS-2019 requests, including initial and trans
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Exploring Famous Races and Sporting Events in Bahrain
Immerse yourself in the world of sports with a lesson focused on famous races and events in Bahrain. Enhance your reading, listening, and writing skills as you learn about the Flat Race, Endurance Race, IronKids, and Formula1 Race. Discover key details about these events through engaging activities
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Comprehensive Guide to Registering and Archiving with LONI at USC
Learn how to certify data for research studies using LONI at USC through a detailed step-by-step process. Create an IDA account, request archive access, install necessary applications, upload test MRI data, and follow secure archiving procedures. Find detailed instructions for registering, archiving
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Addressing Equity Disparities in Homelessness: OCOH Meeting Updates
Equity matters as BIPOC populations face overrepresentation in homelessness. Strategic plans and focus areas aim to embed equity in programs, train staff, and address systemic racism. Racial equity training by HSH's Equity Office is empowering staff to combat housing discrimination.
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Equity in Education: Addressing Restraint and Seclusion as Equity Issues
The Oregon Department of Education emphasizes equity and excellence in education for over 560,907 diverse students and 75,807 educators. They work towards providing a high-quality, inclusive learning experience for every student in Oregon, ensuring they graduate with a plan for their future. The dep
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Understanding Race and Ethnicity Issues in Society
Race and ethnicity play a significant role in how people are treated differently in society, leading to discrimination and racism. This content explores the impact of race on individuals and highlights the importance of addressing prejudices and biases. It sheds light on how ignorance and fear lead
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San Francisco Health Equity Initiatives Update
The Health Commission Meeting of the San Francisco Department of Public Health (DPH) on June 6, 2023, discussed key goals to address health disparities, support community relationships, ensure workforce diversity, establish sustainable equity infrastructure, prioritize equity culture, and maintain a
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Social Equity Plan Development Assistance Overview
The Social Equity Council (SEC) aims to promote inclusivity in the adult-use cannabis industry by supporting communities disproportionately affected by cannabis prohibition. They oversee the verification of social equity applicants, manage community investments, and facilitate the development of soc
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Efficient Data Race Detection Using Transactional Memory
This presentation discusses data race detection in multithreaded programs, exploring the impact of race conditions and the state-of-the-art dynamic data race detector solutions. It introduces a hybrid software and hardware approach leveraging Hardware Transactional Memory for lightweight data race d
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Prisma Health Employee Assistance Program: Supporting Wellness in Partnership with USC School of Medicine
Prisma Health's Employee Assistance Program (EAP) powered by Lifeworks, led by Stephanie A. John, MS, LMFT, LAC, focuses on providing support and resources for employees, students, and their families. The program collaborates with USC School of Medicine Greenville to offer quality educational and pr
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Understanding Race and Ethnicity in Sociology: An Overview
This content explores the traditional definitions of race and ethnicity, discussing their biological and sociological aspects. It delves into the physical characteristics of different racial groups, such as the Caucasian race, and presents various racial classifications throughout history. The disti
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NASA's Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Procurement
NASA, under the leadership of Administrator Bill Nelson, is dedicated to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in its procurement processes and opportunities. The organization aims to break down systemic barriers and provide equitable access to all, showcasing initiatives like the Mission Equit
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Campus Equity and Diversity Initiatives at West Valley College
The Office of Student Equity & Success at West Valley College, under the leadership of Herlisa Hamp, is dedicated to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion within the campus community. Through various programs, events, and initiatives outlined in the 2020 Educational Master Plan, the college str
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The Impact of Minstrelsy on Race Theory
The article explores the historical connection between minstrelsy, blackface, and race theory. It delves into the origins of minstrelsy, the use of blackface as a mask to mock authority, and how minstrel performances reinforced racial stereotypes, contributing to the dehumanization of African Americ
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Innovative Wellness App "Ari" Transforming USC's Wellbeing Landscape
Cutting-edge wellness app "Ari" developed by USC engages users through tailored information, self-reflection tools, and referrals. With a focus on holistic wellbeing, it addresses student reluctance to seek help, promoting self-awareness, and facilitating access to resources. "Ari" offers privacy, c
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Organ Offer Management at Keck USC Transplant Institute
Keck USC Transplant Institute is a multi-organ transplant center with a dedicated team managing organ offers. The team structure includes RN-Transplant Coordinators, Call Team Managers, and Donor Allocation Specialists. They handle a range of tasks from reviewing offers with physicians/surgeons to p
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Bristol Commission on Race Equality - Empowering Communities for Equality
Bristol Commission on Race Equality (CoRE) aims to advance race equality in the UK through community engagement, strategic objectives, and support for marginalized communities. The commission works towards creating an inclusive, cohesive, and thriving city where all individuals, regardless of race,
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Understanding the Social Construct of Race and Racism
Racism cannot be understood without defining race. In sociology, race is considered a social construct with no biological basis. Physical differences like skin color do not determine group differences in ability or behavior. The historical evolution of the concept of race and its use in justifying e
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Understanding Race in Pediatric Clinical Practice Guidelines
Clinical Practice Guidelines (CPGs) play a crucial role in shaping healthcare practices. This article delves into the complexities of incorporating race into pediatric clinical guidelines, emphasizing the societal constructs and implications rather than biological determinants. Critical Race Theory
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The Significance of Ethnicity and Race in Social Movements
Exploring the interconnectedness between the social construction of race/ethnicity and social movements, this presentation by Pamela Oliver delves into the relevance of race in both majority and minority movements. It emphasizes how race/ethnicity plays a crucial role in structures of domination, po
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Addressing Diversity and Inclusion Challenges at USC
USC faces urgent issues in faculty recruitment, graduation rates, and student wellbeing, with concerns about bullying and intolerance towards Black students. The university aims to enhance its Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion strategy to create a more inclusive environment where all communities can
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Understanding Student Perceptions of Archives Through Survey Data
This study conducted by Giao Luong Baker and Suzi Noruschat at Duke University and USC Libraries respectively aimed to gauge student perspectives on archives. They used survey data to analyze how exposure to USC Special Collections and Digital Library resources impacted student perceptions. The meth
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Tennessee Leadership for Equity Convening at Pearl-Cohn High School
Dr. Candice McQueen, Commissioner of Education, led the discussion on ensuring equity for all students at the Tennessee Leadership for Equity Convening. The presentation highlighted challenges in supporting teachers, sustaining state initiatives, and addressing non-academic student needs. It also fo
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Understanding Private Equity Fundamentals for Long-Term Value Creation
Private equity presents a compelling alternative to public equity, emphasizing active ownership and long-term value creation. This involves investing in non-traded equity stakes in private companies with the goal of enhancing performance and attaining profitability upon exit. Formal and informal pri
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DEBRA Initiative: Mitigating Tax-Induced Debt-Equity Bias in Corporate Investment
DEBRA is an EU proposal to address the bias towards debt financing over equity in corporate investment decisions by allowing deductibility of notional interest on equity. The initiative aims to create a level playing field, encourage equity-based investments, and combat tax avoidance practices. By h
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Deepening Understanding of Equity: Health Equity Learning Community Event.
Explore the deepening understanding of equity in the Health Equity Learning Community event held in November 2017. The event featured presentations by speakers such as Camara Jones and covered topics like the Cliff analogy and The Gardener's Tale. Participants were encouraged to use an equity lens i
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Student Equity Report Planning Fall 2015
Student Equity Report Planning presented by Andrew Lamanque, Ph.D., in Fall 2015 focuses on creating a culture of equity to support student success, reduce barriers, and enhance support for underserved students. The report outlines master plan goals related to equity, activities supporting equity go
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Broadband Equity Funding Programs Overview
Overview of broadband funding streams including BEAD Program, Digital Equity Act, and IIJA initiatives aimed at promoting digital inclusion, equity, and access. Details deployment steps, fund allocation, and key dates for BEAD Program. Digital Equity Act provides grants to promote digital equity and
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USC Teaching Excellence Initiative Progress Report
The USC Teaching Excellence Initiative highlights progress in developing a School Teaching Plan with five key elements, focusing on faculty-led processes, defining teaching excellence, supporting faculty development, evaluating teaching excellence, and rewarding outstanding performance. The Center f
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Advancing the Equity Agenda: Equity-Minded Goalsetting in Higher Education
Engage in the Equity Agenda by setting clear goals for racial equity and dismantling systemic barriers faced by students of color. Learn about Lumina Foundation grants, the TIE Grant Project, Equity Institutions Grant Project, and the Data Dashboard Challenge Grant Project aimed at monitoring progre
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Fostering Inclusive Classrooms for Students of Color at USC Race and Equity Center
USC Race and Equity Center hosts eConvenings focusing on fostering and sustaining inclusive classrooms for students of color. These sessions aim to increase awareness of key factors, expand strategies, and provide a virtual racial equity resource portal. Qualitative assessments, national insights, a
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Understanding Race and Racism in Society
Explore the concepts of race and racism, examining their definitions, origins, societal implications, and distinctions from ethnicity, nationality, and culture. Delve into the social construction of race, material consequences of racism, and common misconceptions such as reverse racism. Gain insight
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Understanding Data Race Detection Techniques in Concurrent Programs
This content delves into the critical topic of data race detection in concurrent programs, highlighting the definitions of race conditions, harmful and not harmful race conditions, data races, and the concept of race bugs. It discusses various data race detection techniques and their implications, s
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Understanding Race and Inequality Through Various Perspectives
Theatre of the Oppressed by Augusto Boal explores interactive theatre as a platform to address oppressive content, while discussing the social construction of race and presenting alarming statistics on racial disparities. The concept delves into the genetics and biology of skin color, highlighting i
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Centering Equity Workgroup Recommendations for Addressing Racial Health Disparities
The Centering Equity Workgroup focuses on addressing racial health disparities, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic. Recommendations include identifying root causes, implementing policies to combat systemic racism, and advocating for changes in Michigan law. Accomplishments involve strengtheni
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Federal Public Service Equity and Anti-Racism Webinar
Explore topics such as employment equity, diversity, inclusion, anti-racism, and mental health in the Federal Public Service in this educational webinar series. The presentation delves into the importance of racial equity, anti-racism efforts, mental health support, and psychological safety in the w
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Best Practices for Organizing Refreshment Stations at Race Events
Successful refreshment stations at race events are crucial for ensuring runners are adequately hydrated and fueled. This guide covers key criteria for setting up efficient and engaging refreshment stations, including stock management, layout design, manpower allocation, creating a festive atmosphere
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