Office of Community College Research and Leadership (OCCRL)
Est. 1989 - Equity and Inclusion in Education for All
An initiative in the Department of Education Policy, Organization & Leadership, OCCRL uses research and evaluation at Illinois to improve policies, programs, and practices that enhance community college education and equity for all learners.
OCCRL Seeking Participants for Studies on Pre- and Post-Transfer Experiences in Illinois
OCCRL is looking to improve the pre- and post-transfer experiences of students in Illinois and seeking participants for two studies to do so. Participants will fill out a 10- to 15-minute Qualtrics survey and can enter a drawing to win a $50 Amazon gift card.
Learn more about the pre-transfer experience study and sign up.
Learn more about the post-transfer experience study and sign up.
Our Four Pillars
Equity-Driven Change
Facilitating systemic changes that improve educational equity for underserved students.
P-20 Educational Pathways
Supporting development of transparent, equitable, and supportive pathways through the educational system for all students.
Transformative Leadership
Building individual and organizational capacity to support rigorous and equitable educational pathways that serve all students.
Public Engagement
OCCRL scholars and staff regularly speak, present papers, lead events, and participate as panelists at education-focused conferences locally, statewide, and nationwide.
Current Reads
Voices and Viewpoints
Encompassing OCCRL's four pillars for well over a decade, Voices and Viewpoints blog posts have provided a voice for students, scholars, and professionals who are looking to lead by shining a light on equity-centered topics and happenings in P-20 education.
Publications
Our publications are designed to assist people's research and curiosities in the realms of academic affairs, dual credit, foster youth, student services, transfer and more. A dropdown menu and search bar will assist you in finding topics.
Current Projects
Comprehensive Local Needs Assessment NSF INCLUDES Aspire Alliance Program Review Illinois Completed Projects Illinois Developmental Education Equity in Action
Recent News
OCCRL Director Lorenzo Baber Gives Keynote Talk at Unit 4 Event OCCRL Joins Others in Education Field to Focus on CTAE at 2024 Forum for Excellence Advancing Racialized Equity at Community Colleges Few Community College Students Attain a Four-Year Degree Within Eight Years
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