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Friday, June 26, 2026

New Research Supports OER as a High-Impact Practice by AAC&U

Open Education

A new national study showing the widespread benefits of Open Educational Resources to student success has prompted the American Association of Colleges and Universities to name OER a “high-impact practice.”

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Monday, April 27, 2026

April Clyburne-Sherin joins SPARC team as Senior Manager for Programs & Engagement

SPARC is pleased to welcome April Clyburne-Sherin as a Senior Manager, Programs & Engagement.

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Monday, April 20, 2026

South Africa and Australia Embrace Promising Open Science Policies

After years of public and government consideration, the South African government approved a National Open Science Policy in December 2025. In Australia, major funders are leading the way with open policies.

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Monday, April 13, 2026

Wisconsin Meets the Moment with OER for Workforce Training

Open Education

Wisconsin’s investment in open educational resources has made free textbooks increasingly common across its technical colleges, saving students millions while supporting strong outcomes in high-demand workforce programs like nursing, healthcare, and early childhood education.

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Tuesday, March 3, 2026

Emily Gore and Emma Molls elected to lead SPARC Steering Committee

SPARC has named Emily Gore of the University of Georgia as chair and Emma Molls of the University of Minnesota as vice chair of its Steering Committee, bringing experienced open access and library leaders into new roles through 2029.

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Thursday, February 19, 2026

Rapid Reaction Takeaways from Libraries Navigating Changes in On-Demand Purchasing

Open Access

SPARC has heard reports from members about changes to leading on-demand purchasing services. As more libraries leave or consider leaving big deal journal packages, hearing from libraries directly impacted by these changes may be helpful to those considering a similar approach.

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Tuesday, December 2, 2025

Authors Alliance and SPARC Release Third “Legal Pathways to Open Access” White Paper on Federal Grants and Institutional IP Policies

Open Access

Authors Alliance and SPARC have released a new white paper exploring how institutions can navigate unresolved copyright questions.

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Wednesday, November 19, 2025

Open Education Community Keeps Eyes on the Horizon at October Conference

Open Education

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