Michael Hitchcock, writer and producer of the TV show "Glee," shares his behind the scenes perspective on writing student storylines and prosocial messages for the popular school based program "Glee."   

General Colin Powell, former U.S. Secretary of State and founding chairman of America's Promise Alliance reflects on his commitment to education and shares his favorite Colin Powell quote. 

Martha Kanter, under secretary of education, U.S. Department of Education, shares progress of President Obama's 2020 College Graduation Goal and how to improve both college access and completion. 

Michael Brown, co-founder and CEO of City Year reflects on how City Year is strengthening human capital through a year of national service in the education sector.   

Dennis Van Roekel, president of the National Education Association discusses the perception of unions, his personal legacy, and how to make the teaching profession more of a dream job for young Americans. 

John Jackson, president and CEO of The Schott Foundation reflects on closing the opportunity gap in public schools across the country.

Tim Daly, president of TNTP and his brother Brendan Daly, defensive line coach for the Minnesota Vikings discuss how the teaching profession can learn from fundamentals of the NFL. 

Domonique Foxworth, NFL cornerback and president of the NFL Players Association shares his personal story of being a lifelong student athlete.

Joanna A. Christodoulo, HGSE researcher in neuroscience and education shares insights into autism on this year’s World Autism Awareness Day.

Alberto Retana, Executive VP of Community Coalition in LA discusses community organizing in the context of the 2012 National Community Organizing and School Reform conference held at HGSE.