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Annenberg Researchers Use Data Science Skills for Social Justice

Jake Parelman and Matt O'Donnell are working with Amistad Law Project to track COVID-19 cases in Pennsylvania prisons.

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• Technology & Society

Natacha Yazbeck Receives Leeway Foundation Transformation Award

The award includes a $15,000 grant.

• Culture & Media

Sarah J. Jackson Wins McGannon Award for #HashtagActivism

The book considers the ways in which networks of historically subordinated groups mobilize progressive change on social media.

• Culture & Media
• Political Communication
• Technology & Society

Black Media-Makers and the Fierce Urgency of Now

Professor Sarah J. Jackson organized a day-long symposium focused on the unique challenges experienced by Black storytellers.

• Culture & Media
• Media Institutions
• Political Communication
• Technology & Society

Diaz Selected as 2020 Lipman Fellow

This opportunity will allow her to learn about the social sector and philanthropy.

In Memoriam: Emile Bruneau, Peace and Conflict Neuroscientist

After nearly two years battling brain cancer, Bruneau passed away on September 30.

Annenberg School Announces New Event Series: Annenberg Conversations

Each year, Annenberg Conversations will focus on a different topic of interest, beginning with race in America.

• Culture & Media

In Memoriam: Susan Haas (Ph.D. ’14), Undergraduate Lecturer and Internship Coordinator

Haas, who suddenly passed away last week, was deeply devoted to her students, family, friends, and social justice causes.

Jackson Joins MIC Center as Co-Director

Jackson's research on media use by and representation of marginalized publics intersects with and complements the MIC Center's mission.

• Media Institutions

Vasudevan Receives Eyebeam Fellowship and James D. Woods Award

Vasudevan is being recognized for her work as a data artist and teaching fellow.

• Technology & Society