words to action text with various images of athletes on side

Temporary Program Hiatus

Thank you for your interest in the Institute for the Study of Sport, Society and Social Change initiative. At this time, our program is currently on a brief hiatus. During this hiatus, we will not have a staff member available to respond to inquiries regarding our program. We appreciate your patience during this time and look forward to providing more information regarding the ISSSSC in the future. Please check back for future updates.

It is time: Voices of Athlete Activism.

It Is Time: Voices of Athlete Activism 2021

In this second annual conference, ISSSSC discussed the social activist work of Dr. Edwards through an examination of a pivotal year of social movements, social change, and the sporting voices of athletes. This conference hosted keynote panels, change agent organizations, and educational teachings with ISSSSC’s Words to Action workshops.

Words to Action Town Hall program celebrating the 50th anniversary

About The ISSSSC Program

Thank you for your interest in the Institute for the Study of Sport, Society and Social Change initiative.  At this time, our program is currently on a brief hiatus. 
 
During this hiatus, we will not have a staff member available to respond to inquiries regarding our program. We appreciate your patience during this time and look forward to providing more information regarding the ISSSSC in the future. 
 
Please check back for future updates.

Historical photo of olympic runners.

91ÁÔÆæ Legacies

San Jose State University has been an incredible platform for athlete activists for decades. Discover their stories and become inspired by their legacies.

Student typing on a laptop.

Education and Resources

As a part of furthering its mission for equity, the ISSSSC makes its educational resources available to everyone. From presentations, toolkits, to student internship opportunities, you'll have access to everything the Institute has to offer.