Noteworthy

A UCR study of 606 high school principals nationwide finds federal immigration enforcement is driving widespread fear on campuses, with 64% reporting immigrant students missing school and 36% documenting bullying incidents.

UCR research reveals only 6% of FDA drug trials reflect U.S. racial diversity, with Black and Hispanic participation declining since 2021 despite calls for greater equity in personalized medicine.

RCC named LaShonda Carter, PhD, as December Faculty Equity Spotlight honoree—an Ethnic Studies associate professor whose research on Black feminisms and racial violence has been published in four academic journals while she leads curriculum development and tri-chairs the Teaching and Learning Leadership Council.

La Sierra University's men's soccer team captured its first Cal Pac championship in 23 years with a 2-1 victory over Hope International, earning the Golden Eagles their first-ever trip to the NAIA national tournament where they'll face 15th-ranked Madonna University.

UC Riverside scientists developed a breakthrough air filter using stainless steel mesh coated with titanium dioxide nanoparticles that destroys toxic gases while removing 99.6% of particulates—offering a reusable, chemical-free alternative to traditional filters.

La Sierra University received a $1 million grant from Lilly Endowment Inc. to establish a Vocational Discernment Center helping students explore career paths through workshops, mentoring, and community engagement aligned with faith and purpose.

Holiday shopping ranks as the second-most stressful seasonal activity after family gatherings, according to Riverside psychologist Kate Sweeny, who recommends focusing on thoughtful gestures over perfection to reduce anxiety and enhance joy.

Twenty RCC students toured Historically Black Colleges and Universities across the East Coast during a weeklong trip led by counselors, with many participants traveling outside California for the first time to explore academic pathways and connect with HBCU communities.

UCR researchers found that increasing ethanol content in gasoline from 10% to 40% could reduce greenhouse gas emissions by up to 46%, offering a pathway to cleaner fuel without requiring new vehicle technology.

Riverside Public Library's free Read Around Riverside program invites adults to log 500 minutes of reading December 5–January 2, earning raffle tickets for prizes while discovering local libraries and connecting with fellow readers.

La Sierra University launched the Home@LaSierra Endowment to provide debt-free college for foster youth, raising approximately $70,000 toward a $2 million goal at a November 13 fundraiser with a gala planned for October 14, 2026.

RCC's Umoja Program received two statewide honors at the 2025 UMOJA Annual Conference—the Ma'at Impact Award as California's best Umoja program and recognition for producing the most STEM graduates of any Umoja program statewide.