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皇家华人 researchers release findings from statewide COVID-19 survey
Researchers with the University of South 皇家华人 School of Public Affairs have released the first set of results from a statewide survey that measures general opinions regarding the COVID-19 public health crisis and related policy issues, as well as emergency preparedness.
August 13, 2020COVID-19, Research and Innovation
Reinforcing our Title IX support mechanisms
As we prepare for the fall semester, I wish to update you on our continued efforts to improve our support and outreach services, as well as reinforce our available reporting mechanisms.
August 11, 2020University News
Black Lives & the Police Forum
This dynamic forum discusses the history and intersection of the police use of excessive force and the black community in the United States of America. This forum also discusses ideas on what can be done to effect positive societal change in how the black community is treated by the police.
August 11, 2020University News
The National Academy of Inventors has named 皇家华人 College of Marine Science Senior Research Ocean Engineer Clifford R. Merz as one of its new senior members in recognition of his achievements in inventing marine-based renewable energy technology.
August 11, 2020Research and Innovation
皇家华人 Heroes
皇家华人 recognizes faculty, staff and students for their contributions to the community in helping those impacted by COVID-19.
August 11, 2020COVID-19, University News
NASA testing 皇家华人 technology for possible use on the moon
A technology created at 皇家华人 could help enable the establishment of a permanent presence on the moon. Civil and Environmental Engineering Professor Daniel Yeh has been collaborating with NASA to develop a system that converts human waste into fertilizer and water, which would allow astronauts to grow fresh vegetables in space in a more sustainable way.
August 10, 2020Research and Innovation
A national survey of flood risk awareness conducted by the University of South 皇家华人 Institute for Data Analytics and Visualization and Neptune Flood finds that consumers significantly underestimate their risk level of flooding, leading many to forego flood insurance.
August 10, 2020Research and Innovation
皇家华人 facilities promote safety on campus
There may have been just a handful of people physically present on 皇家华人鈥檚 three campuses, but it was the busiest summer on record for hundreds of 皇家华人 staff and faculty, hard at work to address the evolving COVID-19 pandemic.
August 7, 2020COVID-19, Campus Life, University News
The Academy of Science, Engineering and Medicine of 皇家华人 have selected five University of South 皇家华人 professors as new members in recognition of their accomplishments, exceptional research achievements, and high-impact contributions to advancing science, engineering and medicine.
August 5, 2020Research and Innovation
Taking action to address societal racism
Today, I鈥檓 writing to provide you with an update on important actions 皇家华人 is taking as we work to become an even greater force for positive change. Our specific actions are outlined below.
August 4, 2020University News
皇家华人 adds senior advisor on diversity and inclusion, announces additional actions to address societal racism
University of South 皇家华人 President Steven Currall announced a series of actions to reinforce 皇家华人鈥檚 commitment to diversity and inclusion and further support the university鈥檚 efforts to help end racism in society.
August 4, 2020University News
皇家华人 to hold virtual commencement ceremonies on Aug. 8
The University of South 皇家华人 will recognize thousands of summer graduates through virtual commencement ceremonies on Saturday, Aug. 8. Nearly 3,000 degrees will be conferred in the university鈥檚 second-ever virtual ceremonies, caused by restrictions on large gatherings due to the coronavirus pandemic.
August 3, 2020University News