Maxine Iannuccilli, PhD’s Post

I was so honored to deliver the Carmelo Mesa-Lago Keynote Lecture at the Latin American Social and Public Policy Conference last Friday at the Center for Latin American Studies at the University of Pittsburgh. Drawing on my work on engaged research and public engagement practice, I shared insights on "The Power of Collective Knowledge in Social and Public Policy Research and Practice." While universities are organized around asking faculty, staff, and students to focus on and demonstrate what we know, an equally important focus should be on what we don't know, asking ourselves...Who knows? How can I connect with them? How can I respect them? How can I learn from and with them? How can we work together? There is incredible power in collective knowledge that engages the expertise held by communities, practitioners, and more. The complexity of our world and the challenges that we face ask us to work differently. We need ALL of the experts.

On Tuesday, I’ll be the least credentialed person on a panel to discuss higher education and social mobility. The distinguished panelist will be Mary Dana Hinton, Ellen Neufeldt and Elizabeth Davidson Pisacreta, Ph.D. Thanks Eric Kelderman for moderating and including me. We’ll be covering topics including: College rankings and classifications. Post-graduation outcomes. Strategies to ensure success for low-income students. https://lnkd.in/e2KvHXCA

In her essay in The Raised Hand: “Pursuing the Good Life in Community,” Janel Curry, President of the American Scientific Affiliation, discusses criticisms of higher education that elevate and emphasize individual scholarship and success, over and above the benefits of the communal pursuit of knowledge — a traditional focus of higher education. Read Dr. Curry’s essay, the fourth in our series addressing the question, “What has the university to do with the good life?” at https://bit.ly/TRHessay

All commencement speeches should impart such wisdom on the graduates to whom they are speaking.

Domenica Perrone’s Domenica Perrone pursuit of higher education is a story of determination, resilience, and the transformative power of learning. Born in Ecuador and immigrating to New Jersey at the age of two, Domenica was driven by a deep-seated desire to attend college, influenced by her family’s unwavering support and her own passion for knowledge. This article is a follow-up to Latinas and Education: Breaking Barriers and Shaping Futures to highlight the personal story of Latinas: https://lnkd.in/eJZA-YqH https://lnkd.in/e_9CUwti

Today | 1:30pm ET: Looking forward to participating in this panel discussion with colleagues from around the university on the role of free speech in fostering the mission of universities. What is the difference between speech and expression? What role does civil discourse play in fostering an environment where speech is protected. One of the greatest challenges is that faculty and even administrators often fail to understand these rules and what they mean. https://lnkd.in/dVJR9mYx

To highlight, The CUNY SEEK program (Search for Education, Elevation, and Knowledge) has been a vital pathway to higher education started by Black and Puerto Rican students organizers recently celebrating 58 years (1966) of fostering academic success and personal growth. As a former SEEK participant, I have witnessed firsthand the transformative impact of this program, which was designed to level the playing field in a society where educational opportunities are often unequal. The recent overturning of affirmative action highlights the ongoing struggle for equal access to education, underscoring the need to continue advocating for all students, regardless of their background. Capitalism plays a complex role in granting access to education and resources. While it drives innovation and economic growth, it also exacerbates inequalities by prioritizing profit over equitable opportunities. The commodification of education places a price tag on knowledge, making it accessible only to those who can afford it. As we move forward, it is crucial to challenge these systemic barriers and ensure that programs like SEEK continue to provide access and support to marginalized communities, helping them break through the economic and social limitations. #seekprogram #education

TODAY: Join this webinar at 4 p.m. to learn more about the Fulbright Scholar program. Bring questions about the application process, selection criteria and award opportunities in the region to receive answers in real time - or simply join to listen to the conversation. https://ow.ly/Tm3S50TfxP6

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