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Sage wins IPG Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion award

Hosted by the Independent Publishers Guild, the awards celebrate the achievements of the independent publishing sector in the UK and Ireland.

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How can the academic library of the future support critical thinking and information literacy in an AI-driven world?

In this blog series, librarians explore how academic libraries can support critical thinking and information literacy in an AI-driven world.

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Critical Thinking Challenge 2026

Read the top entries of Sage's Critical Thinking Challenge 2026, which aim to improve how critical thinking is taught in higher education.

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Empowering Social and Behavioral Science Researchers: A free webinar

Join Sage for a free webinar that highlights a report showing the disconnect between researchers’ desires to make real-world impact and the incentive structures of their institutions.

Critical thinking, trusted AI resources, research impact: what’s inside our latest Independence with Impact Report

Our new annual report is a snapshot of the work we accomplished as an independent publisher in 2025.

Critical Thinking Challenge: Call for submissions

Sage's 2026 Critical Thinking Challenge is an initiative that spotlights creative, practical approaches to strengthening critical thinking in higher education.

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Sage Policy Profiles now connects researchers to policy opportunities—for free

The policy impact tool now helps researchers quickly find opportunities to share their expertise with relevant policymakers, powered by Overton Engage.

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Sage featured on a new podcast series focusing on trust in science

A new four-part series from The Authority File podcast focuses on public trust in science and features the new guide from Sage and Sense about Science. Sage's Camille Gamboa and Sense about Science's Tracey Brown discuss the importance of public-good curators to the information landscape.

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New report highlights essential role of UK social sciences

"The Contemporary Relevance of the Social Sciences" examines how UK social sciences drive innovation, support effective decision-making, and help inform policy.

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Sage colleague named in 2025 People of Publishing cohort

Andrew Malvern, Sage books editor, has been honored in the Publishers Association’s third-annual People of Publishing.

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New Sage white paper outlines strategies for teaching in an AI era

AI and the Future of Pedagogy, written by Sage author Dr Tom Chatfield, offers actionable recommendations to help educators and institutions integrate artificial intelligence into higher education.

Share your most surprising policy citation for a chance to win $500

Enter our contest by sharing the policy citation you least expected to find using the free tool Sage Policy Profiles.

Annual Sage Lecture to explore vital role of social science in a divided world

Former Prime Minister of Australia Julia Gillard will discuss the political impact of the social sciences. Hosted in collaboration with the Campaign for Social Science and King’s Policy Institute at Bush House, London.

Academic Freedom Under Pressure: New survey data about the state of higher education

As institutional funding, areas of research, and the principles of free speech come under fire across U.S. higher education, this webinar brings together experts in freedom of expression to discuss their experiences and the support systems needed to protect academic freedom.

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Critical Thinking Bootcamp 2025: Watch the recording

Sage’s sixth-annual Critical Thinking Bootcamp explored the future of critical thinking. The full recording is available now.

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Sage celebrates 60 years with interactive virtual timeline

Highlighting key milestones in Sage’s history, the timeline charts the company’s journey from a one-room office to a global leader in academic publishing.

Travel Grant Contest: How can the academic library of the future support critical thinking and information literacy in an AI-driven world?

Sage’s 2025 Charleston Library Contest is now open for entries. The grand prize winner will receive complimentary registration for the conference and a $500 travel stipend.