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December 11, 2025
High school principals see stark impacts of ICE enforcement
A report based on surveys and interviews with high school principals across the United States finds that federal immigration enforcement efforts are creating a climate of fear on campuses—driving down attendance, increasing bullying, and forcing contingency plans.
November 14, 2025
UCR-led civics education group receives $600,000
The UCR-led Civic Engagement Research Group, led by Professor Joseph Kahne, will receive $600,000 in grants for its Civic Impact Project, which aims to improve education in civics in the United States and strengthen democracy.
SOE By the Numbers
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rank of Best Graduate Education Programs in the nation per U.S. News & World Report
100
percent of entering doctoral students receive multiyear fellowships
86
percent of students receive grants, scholarships, and fellowships
21
million plus dollars in grant money awarded to faculty in the last five years
75
percent of first-generation undergraduate students (2025-2026)
