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Each year, the American Educational Research Association Annual Meeting represents the world's largest gathering of education researchers and is a showcase for groundbreaking, innovative research. We are looking forward to the American Educational Research Association (AERA) Annual Meeting that will take place in Philadelphia, PA, April 11-14. Use this guide to follow and support CU Boulder researchers and their work.

An estimated 95% of U.S. cities provide economic development tax incentives to woo corporate investors, taking billions away from schools. A new three-month investigation by CU Boulder's Kevin Welner and colleagues in The Conversation shows how that cash drain is not equally shared by schools in the same communities, often hurting the poorest students the most.

As the new interim dean, Fernando Rosario-Ortiz came to the CU Boulder School of Education with respect for the school's nationally recognized scholarship and teaching. Learn more about Dean Rosario-Ortiz, what led him to this role, his priorities as dean and how he spends his time when he is, finally, off the clock in this Q&A.

As a new dean, Kathy Schultz held one-on-one meetings with every faculty and staff member to learn more about contributions across the CU Boulder School of Education. Now, Schultz and colleagues reflect on her contributions as she prepares to step down as dean to return to the faculty at the end of the year. This Q&A recounts what she is proud of, some of the lessons learned and her wishes for the future.

Following the U.S. Supreme Court's ruling on affirmative action in college admissions, Kevin Welner, a lawyer, professor in the School of Education at CU Boulder and director of the National Education Policy Center, weighs in on how the ruling might change the face of higher learning in the United States.

In April, the CU Boulder School of Education hosted Ed Talks about the personal legacies of changemakers and the ongoing fight for civil rights in education. Inspired by TED Talks, these short, engaging talks are now available online.

Wendy Glenn was named a new member of the President’s Teaching Scholars Program. Her research centers on literature for young adults and how story can be used to both foster connection and invite disruption. In this Q&A, get to know Glenn and why creating community is key for learning.

Deena Gumina, assistant teaching professor, graduated from high school at Columbine in 2008. Now as a teacher educator she finds hope from college and high school students who are taking action to try to prevent violence in schools. Now, adults need to "show up" in support.

Join the CU Boulder School of Education on Tuesday, April 18 for Ed Talks, a series of short talks that address some of today's most pressing issues in education and beyond. Inspired by TED Talks, spring 2023 Ed Talks will focus on the personal legacies of changemakers and the ongoing fight for civil rights.

Each year, the American Educational Research Association Annual Meeting represents the world's largest gathering of education researchers and is a showcase for groundbreaking, innovative research. We are looking forward to the American Educational Research Association (AERA) Annual Meeting that will take place in Chicago, IL, April 13-16 and virtually May 4-5. Use this guide to follow and support CU Boulder researchers and their work.