Education in Motion is an original podcast from the University of California, Riverside School of Education. The series explores how educators move systems forward and push for more equitable outcomes. Each episode highlights work inside and outside the classroom through stories of programs creating meaningful change. Led by School of Education faculty and scholars, the podcast connects theory to practice and shows how that practice improves lives and strengthens communities.
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University of California, Riverside School of Education
In today’s episode, we explore how one teacher can make a lasting difference in the lives of students and communities. Featuring Dr. Michael Solis, associate professor of special education at the UC Riverside School of Education, alongside community members Sydney Greer and Jacquelin Phillips, this conversation examines the lasting influence educators can have on students, families, and the communities they serve.
Guests: Dr. Michael Solis, Sydney Greer, Jacquelin Phillips
Music by Devon Li, Fredji
Produced & Edited by Josiah Alpher
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27 Apr 2026
Inside the SEARCH Autism Center
In today’s episode, we sit down with leaders from the SEARCH Autism Center at UC Riverside. Featuring founder and distinguished research professor Dr. Jan Blacher, current director Dr. Katherine Meltzoff, and community member David Oglesby, this conversation dives into the work SEARCH is doing to support individuals and families across the Inland Empire. They discuss the center’s approach to research, education, and community engagement, as well as how their work continues to evolve to better understand and support people with autism.
Guests: Dr. Jan Blacher, Dr. Katherine Meltzoff, David Oglesby
Music by Devon Li, Fredji
Produced & Edited by Josiah Alpher
Learn more: education.ucr.edu (http://education.ucr.edu/)
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4 Feb 2026
The UCR LIFTED Story: Part 2
Episode 2, Part 2: In our second episode of Education in Motion, Dr. Amos Lee, assistant professor of teaching in the UCR School of Education and founding co-director of UCR LIFTED, continues his conversation with Cordell Jones. Part 2 focuses on life on UCR’s campus and Cordell’s personal journey navigating higher education as a LIFTED student.
Music by Devon Li, Fredji
Produced & Edited by Josiah Alpher
Learn more: education.ucr.edu (http://education.ucr.edu/)
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16 Jan 2026
The UCR LIFTED Story: Part 1
Episode 2, Part 1: In our second episode of Education in Motion, Dr. Amos Lee, assistant professor of teaching in the UCR School of Education and founding co-director of UCR LIFTED, talks to Cordell Jones about the student experience in the UCR LIFTED program. Part 1 focuses on getting into the program and what life is like as an incarcerated student.
Music by Devon Li, Fredji
Produced & Edited by Josiah Alpher
Learn more: education.ucr.edu (http://education.ucr.edu/)
Follow us on Instagram: @ucrsoe
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3 Dec 2025
Mind the Gap: When Young Leaders Move Policy Forward
In the first episode of Education In Motion, Dr. Stephanie A. Moore, an Assistant Professor in the School Psychology program, sits down with community members Brileigh Guillen and Nahiara Modrow to talk about their work advocating for universal screenings in their school district.
Guests: Stephanie A. Moore, PhD, Brileigh Guillen, Nahiara Modrow
Music by Devon Li, Fredji
Produced & Edited by Josiah Alpher
Learn more: education.ucr.edu (http://education.ucr.edu/)
Follow us on Instagram: @ucrsoe
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