News Stories
Panel to Explore Misrepresentation of Women in the Media
Oakland, CA–March 07, 2012 Is the media’s disparaging portrayal of women making it more difficult for them to achieve leadership positions? The documentary Miss Representation explores this theory. Learn more »
Mills College Students to Document Recession’s Effects for KALW Public Radio
Oakland, CA–March 01, 2012 Mills College students are venturing into the world of journalism as they try their hand at investigative reporting. Learn more »
Mills College Professor Shares Insight on Syrian Conflict with NBC Bay Area News
Oakland, CA–February 29, 2012 Mills College Professor of Government Fred Lawson, an authority on Middle East politics, talked with NBC Bay Area host Brent Cannon about the situation in Syria Learn more »
Mills College Makes Big Waves in the Classroom
Oakland, CA–February 24, 2012 Mills College Cyclone swimmers have been awarded the team scholar all American award from the College Swimming Coaches Association of America (CSCAA). Learn more »
Mills Teacher-Scholars to Present Progress, Successes
Oakland, CA–February 17, 2012 The work of the Mills Teacher Scholars Group, which is at the heart of addressing top priorities in the local district and nationwide, will be showcased during an event attended by educational leaders. Learn more »
Mills College Business Students Selected to Compete in Challenge to Fight Global Poverty
Oakland, CA–February 15, 2012 Mills College is proud to announce that a team of students from the Lorry I. Lokey Graduate School of Business will compete in the Hult Global Case Challenge. Learn more »
Mills College to Host US Department of Education Roundtable on Transforming the Teaching Profession
Oakland, CA–February 14, 2012 The Mills College School of Education will be the site of a roundtable discussion led by US Department of Education Teaching Ambassador Fellow Geneviѐve DeBose. Learn more »
Concert to Highlight Contemporary Music at Mills College
Oakland, CA–February 09, 2012 A convergence of music, video, and dance will culminate in a performance of sight and sound that reflects the legacy of musical innovation at Mills. Learn more »
Mills College Architect Elevated to Fellow of the American Institute of Architects
Oakland, CA–February 03, 2012 Mills College is proud to announce that Campus Architect Karen Fiene has been elected to the prestigious College of Fellows of the American Institute of Architects (AIA) for her significant contributions to the profession and society. Learn more »
Mills College School of Education Dean Discusses What’s Working in Schools
Oakland, CA–February 01, 2012 Poverty and a lack of funding are among the myriad issues public schools are facing. But School of Education Dean Kathy Schultz has plenty to say about what is successful. Learn more »
Mills College Center for Urban Schools and Partnerships to Present Discussion with Veteran Educators
Oakland, CA–January 18, 2012 Teachers may enter their profession with great aspirations, but in the face of layoffs, limited pay, and standardized testing, how can they remain motivated and inspired? Learn more »
Mills College School of Education Announces New Fellowship for Urban Practitioners
Oakland, CA–December 16, 2011 The School of Education is pleased to introduce an urban practitioner fellowship that will be awarded to a student committed to serving in a high-needs urban district. Learn more »
Mills College Cyclones Recognized for Outstanding Athletic Achievements
Oakland, CA–December 15, 2011 The Association of Division III Independents has recognized the Mills College Cyclones in a range of sports for outstanding athletic achievements during the fall. Learn more »
Mills Government Professor Weighs in on Middle Eastern Political Developments on KQED’s Forum
Oakland, CA–November 30, 2011 Mills College Professor of Government Fred Lawson, an authority on politics in the Middle East, shared his expertise on KQED Radio’s Forum program. Learn more »
Mills College Hosts Symposium of East Bay Independent Schools Association
Oakland, CA–November 09, 2011 The Mills College Children's School, the oldest laboratory school west of the Mississippi, will host a symposium for the East Bay Independent Schools Association on November 18. Learn more »
Mills College Teach-in to Tackle Issues of Justice and Wealth Distribution
Oakland, CA–November 04, 2011 College campuses are reviving a tactic from the turbulent 1960s and 70s to spark debate about today's social and economic issues. A similar scene will unfold Monday when philosophy Professor Martin Benjamin leads a teach-in. Learn more »
Occupying Wall Street and Social Change: a Look at its Potential and Pitfalls
Oakland, CA–October 19, 2011 What would it take for the Occupy Wall Street movement to successfully achieve social and policy change? Join Public Policy Professor Carol Chetkovich and the Mills College community in an open forum that explores this movement. Learn more »
Mills College Welcomes Distinguished Visiting Professor of Business
Oakland, CA–October 13, 2011 Mills College is pleased to welcome Deborah M. Kolb, an international expert on gender issues in negotiation and women’s leadership, as the distinguished visiting professor at the Lorry I. Lokey Graduate School of Business. Learn more »
How Opportunity Fund CEO is Jumpstarting the Economy Through Microlending
Oakland, CA–October 13, 2011 The Mills College Center for Socially Responsible Business presents “Microlending in the Bay Area: Successes and Challenges to Growth.”
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Harvesting Change: Farmworker Rights Conference at Mills College
Oakland, CA–October 12, 2011 Mills College, known for its unwavering commitment to social justice, will be the site of “Harvesting Change,” an independently organized TEDxFruitvale conference on October 14. Learn more »
