Anybody at the Shakespeare Association conference in Boston this week? #Shakespeare

New podcast episode-- this one was my favorite to film: creators.spotify.com/pod/show/bey...

We’re thrilled to welcome our 2,000th member, Professor Justin Ballenger of Morehouse College. 🎉 Learn how Ballenger exemplifies the mission of SSN through his groundbreaking research on how to integrate AI into classrooms in our latest member spotlight.

🔗 scholars.org/features/200...

While campaigning, Trump called for expanding what crimes can receive the death penalty. @sentencinglaw.bsky.social says Trump has been consistent with his wishes on the matter, but executing the plan may be more difficult.

Adriana Gomez Licon, AP:

@carrienbaker.bsky.social recently joined the New Books in American Studies podcast to discuss her new book, "Abortion Pills: US History and Politics," the first comprehensive history of abortion pills in the United States.

🎙️ Listen now: newbooksnetwork.com/category/peo...

Ever felt bombarded by political fundraising emails & texts? You’re not alone. In this OpEd, @adambonica.bsky.social argues that Democratic campaigns flooded inboxes with over-the-top pleas for money and that fundraising has overshadowed genuine voter engagement.

MSNBC: https://buff.ly/3ZHoQsy

Of the 35 Democratic women first elected in 2018, 14 have since left or will be leaving Congress. @kdittmar.bsky.social says that when women leave office, it is felt more because there is less female representation to begin with.

Read more from Olivia Diaz, @apnews.com ⬇️

The 2023-24 academic year was packed with achievements for SSN chapters and members, including:

❇️ 1,900+ members in our network
❇️ 76 chapter events
❇️ 84 policymakers hosted

See the full story of our impact in our annual report: buff.ly/3X0qcyb

Tom Homan, President-elect Trump’s pick for “border czar,” promises mass deportations. @wdlopez.bsky.social shares research on the devastating effects workplace immigration raids can have on entire communities.

Learn more in The Hill: thehill.com/opinion/immi...

In this opinion piece, Nolan Cabrera critiques the University of Arizona Global Campus, pointing to issues like low graduation rates, underpaid faculty, false promises, and mismanagement.

Read more in @insidehighered.com : www.insidehighered.com/opinion/view...

With the holidays here, family is front and center. In our latest No Jargon episode, @drat758.bsky.social explores what it means to be a dad today and why redefining masculinity and supporting involved dads is vital for families. #Fatherhood

🎧 Listen now: https://buff.ly/3ZoTBU4

@nazgolg.bsky.social recently joined Alexander Heffner of Open Mind TV to discuss mass incarceration data, effective prisoner reforms, and more.

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This holiday season, many are connecting with family. In our latest No Jargon Podcast episode, @drat758.bsky.social of UW Madison discusses why engaged fathers matter, how masculinity is evolving, and the cultural/policy shifts needed to support dads. #Fatherhood

🎧 Listen now: buff.ly/3ZoTBU4

The opioid crisis devastates communities. Our latest member spotlight highlights Alexandria Drake & how she used her research to provide insight for Congressman Shri Thanedar
to shape new legislation on medication-assisted treatment

Read more: buff.ly/3B4USX3

At SSN, we know it’s through building community and empowering our network that we can meet the challenges facing our democracy and nation. This #GivingTuesday, join us in making an impact. Consider including SSN in your end-of-year giving.

➡️ Donate: scholars.org/donate