Events
Events
Events
Communicating Research Beyond Academia
This two-part virtual workshop series is designed for college faculty who want to increase the reach and resonance of their research by communicating effectively with non-academic audiences. Many scholars have deep expertise but limited access to professional communications support—these sessions will bridge that gap by offering practical tools, exercises, and frameworks for translating complex ideas into clear, compelling stories. Each 60-minute workshop includes 20 minutes of presentation and discussion, two 10-minute hands-on exercises, and 20 minutes for group discussion and Q&A.
Session 1: From Scholarship to Story
February 25, 2026, 12:30 pm
This session focuses on shifting from academic to accessible communication. Participants will learn how to identify the core narrative of their work, frame research for diverse audiences, and build relationships that amplify their message. Through guided exercises, they’ll practice distilling technical findings into relatable insights and explore how to position their research within broader conversations that matter to policymakers, practitioners, and the public.
Session 2: Strategic Channels and Outreach
April 22, 2026, 12:30 pm
Building on the storytelling foundation of Session 1, this session helps participants develop actionable communication strategies. It will cover how to select and use channels—from op-eds and blogs to social media and institutional platforms—to reach the right audiences. Participants will leave with an outreach framework that identifies key stakeholders, timing, and content strategies for sustained engagement.
Facilitators
Jackie Jircitano is the founder of Alessi Communication & Design, a strategic communications agency specializing in helping education researchers and organizations translate complex ideas into engaging narratives. With 15 years of experience in education research communications—including such clients as Harvard University, the University of Pennsylvania, and Brown University—she has partnered with universities, research centers, and nonprofits to elevate the visibility and impact of their work through storytelling, branding, and content strategy.
Ashley Dixon brings more than 15 years of experience in academic communications and research dissemination, including leadership roles at Harvard University. She has helped scholars and research centers increase visibility and impact through clear, audience-centered messaging and practical media strategies. Ashley’s approach equips participants with tools to translate rigorous research into narratives that inform policy, practice, and public dialogue.
Between Prolonged Arrival and Precarious Stay: Tensions and Possibilities Towards Inclusive Education for Immigrant Students in Chile
Wednesday, February 25, 10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.
James Hall, Room 2093 (Virtual Option Available)
In this talk, Dr. Manuel Pérez Troncoso explores how South–South migration is reshaping inclusive education in Chile. Drawing on research and testimonies from Colombian mothers and students in Northern Chile, he examines how stereotypes, educational policies, and socio-political dynamics influence immigrant students’ experiences. The session highlights both the challenges and the opportunities for valuing immigrant families’ funds of knowledge and fostering more inclusive, culturally responsive educational environments.
Dr. Manuel Pérez Troncoso is a Postdoctoral Researcher at the Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso (Chile). His research focuses on education and migration, inclusive and intercultural policies, and culturally responsive methodologies. His work has appeared in leading international education and evaluation journals.
