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Regents Professor Renu Malhotra explains why we need leap year, why we skip it once a century and why we sometimes need to add leap seconds. Feb. 6, 2024 Financial action plan: Leadership forum recording now available President Robert C. Robbins and interim CFO John Arnold encourage the campus community to work together in navigating the changes coming as part of the University's financial action plan. "This is one of the greatest research universities in the world. We are going to find a way to solve these problems, together," Robbins said at a Jan. 29 leadership forum. Stay informed by visiting the Financial Updates website, where new information is added regularly. Feb. 5, 2024 In Brief: Staff Council discusses financial action plan, more ways to celebrate Black History Month Staff Council leaders also discussed an upcoming networking event. And, check out more ways to celebrate Black History Month. Feb. 2, 2024 See the 'cosmic, abstract' entries and winners in this year's 'On Our Own Time' art competition More than 140 pieces of art were entered into the workplace exhibit and competition, from pen and pencil drawings to photography, sculptures, paintings and even jewelry. "Every year has something of a theme, and it's never planned," says Pamela Wagner, exhibit coordinator. "This year, black and white is big. And cosmic, abstract entries. It's really interesting to see that happen." Feb. 1, 2024 #BearDownGiveBack: Giving Day returns Feb. 14 Help promote the fourth annual Giving Day by using graphics, Zoom backgrounds and other resources created by the University of Arizona Foundation. "We know from our own experience, and data we have from other universities holding similar campaigns, that people are much more likely to give when they hear about an opportunity from someone they know," says Krista Voth, senior director of annual giving. "The networking is key." Feb. 1, 2024 Navigating climate change as a parent and professor – a Q&A with Sabrina Helm Helm, an expert in marketing and climate change, shares her thoughts on experiencing climate anxiety as a parent, and raising a child to be environmentally conscious. "My research has involved climate change for about 10 years, but it became really personal when I had my child," she says. Jan. 23, 2024 Celebrating Black History Month through music, dance, poetry and more A month of events includes music, dance and poetry as well as special performances during men's and women's basketball games. "It's so important for the University to recognize and celebrate its diverse community not only during cultural heritage months, but throughout the year," says Lehman Benson, vice president for Black advancement and engagement. "The University's Black History Month offerings will showcase how the community has helped shape the worlds of entrepreneurship, music, literature, scholarship and more. Jan. 23, 2024 Student-designed mural brings color to a housing community for older adults The mural – designed and painted by students in associate professor Kelly Leslie's class – adds color to an outdoor space enjoyed by residents at B'nai B'rith Covenant House. "I really want to focus on working with community partners that give back to their own community in some way," Leslie says. Jan. 22, 2024 In Brief: Staff Council to focus on finances, 'On Our Own Time' opens soon Staff Council leaders will detail advocacy efforts around the University's financial action plan at their January meeting. And, artwork by your colleagues and their families will soon be showcased in the "On Our Own Time" exhibition. Jan. 18, 2024 College of Science Lecture Series to spotlight science's 'surprise twists' Learn how unexpected discoveries involving black holes, tree-ring dating, planets and plastics have helped shape scientific research. "The lecture series discussions will hopefully help people understand how science works, including the unexpected and thrilling twists and turns that can arise from the scientific discovery process," says Carmala Garzione, dean of the College of Science. Pagination « First First page ‹‹ Previous page 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 … ›› Next page Last » Last page
Image Sherri Silverberg, lecturer in the Dhaliwal-Reidy School of Accountancy, holds a bouquet of flowers after being announced as the winner of the Margaret M. Briehl and Dennis T. Ray Five Star Faculty Award. Faculty members honored with Awards of Distinction The annual awards honor faculty members for excellence in teaching, mentoring, leadership and innovation.
Feb. 15, 2024 The science of leap day: How it works, why we do it, and when we skip it Mark your calendars: Leap day is Feb. 29. Regents Professor Renu Malhotra explains why we need leap year, why we skip it once a century and why we sometimes need to add leap seconds.
Feb. 6, 2024 Financial action plan: Leadership forum recording now available President Robert C. Robbins and interim CFO John Arnold encourage the campus community to work together in navigating the changes coming as part of the University's financial action plan. "This is one of the greatest research universities in the world. We are going to find a way to solve these problems, together," Robbins said at a Jan. 29 leadership forum. Stay informed by visiting the Financial Updates website, where new information is added regularly.
Feb. 5, 2024 In Brief: Staff Council discusses financial action plan, more ways to celebrate Black History Month Staff Council leaders also discussed an upcoming networking event. And, check out more ways to celebrate Black History Month.
Feb. 2, 2024 See the 'cosmic, abstract' entries and winners in this year's 'On Our Own Time' art competition More than 140 pieces of art were entered into the workplace exhibit and competition, from pen and pencil drawings to photography, sculptures, paintings and even jewelry. "Every year has something of a theme, and it's never planned," says Pamela Wagner, exhibit coordinator. "This year, black and white is big. And cosmic, abstract entries. It's really interesting to see that happen."
Feb. 1, 2024 #BearDownGiveBack: Giving Day returns Feb. 14 Help promote the fourth annual Giving Day by using graphics, Zoom backgrounds and other resources created by the University of Arizona Foundation. "We know from our own experience, and data we have from other universities holding similar campaigns, that people are much more likely to give when they hear about an opportunity from someone they know," says Krista Voth, senior director of annual giving. "The networking is key."
Feb. 1, 2024 Navigating climate change as a parent and professor – a Q&A with Sabrina Helm Helm, an expert in marketing and climate change, shares her thoughts on experiencing climate anxiety as a parent, and raising a child to be environmentally conscious. "My research has involved climate change for about 10 years, but it became really personal when I had my child," she says.
Jan. 23, 2024 Celebrating Black History Month through music, dance, poetry and more A month of events includes music, dance and poetry as well as special performances during men's and women's basketball games. "It's so important for the University to recognize and celebrate its diverse community not only during cultural heritage months, but throughout the year," says Lehman Benson, vice president for Black advancement and engagement. "The University's Black History Month offerings will showcase how the community has helped shape the worlds of entrepreneurship, music, literature, scholarship and more.
Jan. 23, 2024 Student-designed mural brings color to a housing community for older adults The mural – designed and painted by students in associate professor Kelly Leslie's class – adds color to an outdoor space enjoyed by residents at B'nai B'rith Covenant House. "I really want to focus on working with community partners that give back to their own community in some way," Leslie says.
Jan. 22, 2024 In Brief: Staff Council to focus on finances, 'On Our Own Time' opens soon Staff Council leaders will detail advocacy efforts around the University's financial action plan at their January meeting. And, artwork by your colleagues and their families will soon be showcased in the "On Our Own Time" exhibition.
Jan. 18, 2024 College of Science Lecture Series to spotlight science's 'surprise twists' Learn how unexpected discoveries involving black holes, tree-ring dating, planets and plastics have helped shape scientific research. "The lecture series discussions will hopefully help people understand how science works, including the unexpected and thrilling twists and turns that can arise from the scientific discovery process," says Carmala Garzione, dean of the College of Science.