"Guilty on all counts." Justice is a case by case battle. So too is the fight for equity in our society. The outcome of the Derek Chauvin trial may bring justice in the form of punitive actions, but justice is a treatment for a wound whereas equity is more like preventative care, interceding long before something horrific happens. With equity, there would be no need for justice. It is a bold theory and one of many that drives our researchers to explore and seek an understanding on how to bring equity to higher education, as a foothold for equity throughout our society for a range of populations.

Our guest editor this month is Pullias Center faculty member and USC Assistant Professor of Education Adrian H. Huerta, who has conducted research exploring issues of equity and access for men of color, as well as for gang-related youth and student parents. This issue includes a look at his recent publication on Empowering Men of Color and his team's work with CSU system on supporting Men of Color. The April edition also includes a recap of a recent AERA presentation by the PASS Project team, news of a new grant on Shared Equity Leadership, and a brief on homeless and foster youth in education.