Scholar insights

Alma Cooper (2023 cohort) sees an opportunity to represent the girls of color who often go unseen, and to inspire others to free themselves from circumstances and perceptions.

"We must envision a new paradigm for public service that directly addresses citizens' concerns, steering clear of populist temptations," writes Santiago Paz (2023 cohort).

Like mercy being twice blessed, the courage of immigrants isn’t a one-way street, writes Sandesh Kalantre (2023 cohort). It takes courage from members of an accepting society.

Objects, like people, can live a long time with the right care, writes Fran Reuland (2023 cohort). They deserve many tries. And their stories deserve to be passed down.

In the Arab American enclave of Dearborn, the war in Gaza and increased surveillance from the FBI stoke anxiety, depression, and substance abuse, writes Eli Cahan (2019 cohort).

Narcan should be made readily available at all elementary and secondary schools across the U.S., writes Kevan Shah (2023 cohort) for The Hill.

Driven by the broken promises of peace that shadow our past, I am committed to building a future where unity and healing prevail, writes Salome Mikadze (2023 cohort).

The redwood’s Latin name is Sequoia sempervirens, meaning ‘always alive.’ There is love in that name, like in the one a parent gives their child, writes Will Dwyer (2023 cohort).

Cement hides a dark secret: It’s responsible for a staggering 8% of global CO2 emissions, writes Krish Mehta (2023 cohort).

If overcoming poverty isn’t an option, and wallowing in despair isn’t what you choose, we must examine what is left, writes Lydia Burleson (2022 cohort).