The IAS announces eleven new Residential Faculty Fellows for 2026–2027 from across the humanities, social sciences, arts, and design. Their projects address urgent issues including equitable health systems, Indigenous sovereignty, the local impact of forever chemicals, and methods of resistance and refusal.

Dr. Bianet Castellanos, Professor of American Studies and Director of the Institute for Advanced Study, was invited to curate a table display at the Weisman Art Museum which is on view now as part of the Librería Donceles exhibit.

IAS Affiliate Dr. Aparna Katre and the Duluth Center for Women and Children’s (DCWC) Nourish program have received the Exemplary University-Community Partnership Award from the Office of Public Engagement.