Megan Dodgens in her Leadership Era

Beyond Professional Development: How DLI Changes Leaders

The Riley Institute Receives $75,000 Grant for Afterschool Professional Development

Media Contacts: Furman University Claudia Winkler 864.294.3368 [email protected] Power:Ed Claire Gibbons 803.612.5050 [email protected] FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE        The Riley Institute at Furman University receives $75,000 grant from SC Student Loan’s philanthropy to support professional development for...

Evidence Matters | Student Behavior, Classroom Discipline, and Teacher Authority: Finding the Balance Schools Need

When classroom disruptions become the norm, who pays the price? A teacher trying to deliver a lesson, a student struggling to stay focused, and classmates hoping to learn all share the consequences when behavior challenges...

Evidence Matters | AI in K-12 Education: So What Now?

In Part 1 and Part 2 of this series, we explored AI's promise as a learning partner as well as the evidence gaps and risks surrounding educational technology. But the question remains: what should we...

Evidence Matters | AI in K-12 Education: The Challenging Pace of the Frontier

In Part 1, we looked at AI's promise as a learning partner—and the risk that convenience can replace the productive struggle students need to develop lasting skills. But schools face another challenge: we're adopting AI...

Keely, Winkler describe benefits of youth development programs in SC

This op-ed was originally ran on May 20, 2026 in The Post and Courier.

Keely, Waymer champion afterschool and summer programs in The Post and Courier

This op-ed was originally ran on March 27, 2026, in The Post and Courier.

Riley Supports Student Op-eds

This fall, several students participating in our programs placed op-eds in papers around the state. As part of our Riley Institute Summer Experience (RISE) internships, students were tasked with writing an op-ed, drawing from what...