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Reflections from Rising Higher Education Scholars & Professionals

May 4, 2026

As research assistants who joined the PASS team at various points over the years, our roles have each looked a little different. We conducted student …

USC Rossier Unites Two Leading Research Centers to Advance Equity in Higher Education

August 6, 2025

The merger of the Pullias Center for Higher Education and the Center for Enrollment Research, Policy and Practice creates a hub focused on strengthening leadership …

The Strategic Vision and Goals Behind Uniting the Pullias Center for Higher Education and Center for Enrollment Research, Policy and Practice

August 6, 2025

A conversation with Professors Adrianna Kezar and Julie Posselt on merging two leading research centers to advance equity, and student access and success in higher …

From Community College Student to Tenured Professor

July 17, 2025

USC Rossier Associate Professor of Education Adrian Huerta reflects on his path, mentors and drive to disrupt educational systems through research and community impact.

Pullias’ Equity in Graduate Education Resource Center Releases New Report Focused on Transforming STEM Department Culture in Higher Ed

June 25, 2024

The Equity in Graduate Education Resource Center just released their newest research-based resource guide, “Starting Conversations about culture in STEM.” This guide is designed to help department …

Dr. Adrián H. Huerta is Named Co-winner of the American Sociological Association’s Anna Julia Cooper Early Career Award

June 4, 2024

USC Rossier and Pullias Center Assistant Professor Dr. Adrián H. Huerta has been selected as a 2024 co-winner of the prestigious Anna Julia Cooper Early …

HigherEdJobs Podcast Explores the Delphi Project and Interviews Adrianna Kezar

May 3, 2024

In this HigherEdJobs podcast (recorded April 2024), Pullias Center director Adrianna Kezar talks to hosts Andrew Hibel and Kelly Cherwin about the Delphi Project on …

Zoë Corwin Receives Prestigious USC Mentoring Award

May 3, 2024

USC Rossier and Pullias Center Research Professor Zoë Corwin has been awarded a distinguished 2024 USC Mentoring Award for Faculty Mentoring Graduate Students.

Financial Well-Being of Low-income Students: A Contextual Viewpoint

May 3, 2024

Many low-income students rely heavily on financial aid for college access. However, the complex system of financial aid often leaves students vulnerable to financial stress; …

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