
NEWS & BLOG
Monday, January 19, 2026
Project BEACON Update
The Biomedical Excellence Achieved through Coaching Networks (BEACON) is moving into its second year, and the research team has been busy building momentum across Rutgers. While results from the study are still ahead, the project is well underway and continuing to expand as researchers explore how professional coaching might support biomedical PhD students.
Monday, September 22, 2025
A New Way to Look at Online Math Platforms: Our Reference Sheets!
The new "Math Platforms at a Glance" Reference Sheets give teachers a clear look at major digital math platforms like Khan Academy, IXL, and DreamBox.
This free resource offers practical comparisons, classroom insights, and tips to find the best fit for every teaching style and purpose.
Monday, September 15, 2025
Welcome to the CESP Team: Solangel Troncoso
We’re excited to welcome Solangel Troncoso to the team. A published scholar whose work spans gender, adolescence, and resilience, Solangel brings experience in qualitative research and community engagement to CESP's applied research, outreach, and resource development work.
Monday, September 1, 2025
Celebrating Progress: Annual Reflections on the EDGE Program
An external evaluation of the EDGE program shows continued progress in supporting blind and visually impaired students as they prepare for college, careers, and independent living. Year-two findings highlight strong self-efficacy, record-breaking participation, high event satisfaction, and increased employment-related activity.
Monday, August 18, 2025
Welcome to the CESP Team: Taylor Clough
We’re excited to welcome Taylor Clough to the team. With experience in program implementation, evaluation, and data analysis, Taylor has co-authored practitioner resources on special education, social-emotional learning, and computer science; his social-work lens centers the lived experiences of students, families, and communities.





