Economyths of Work, Value, and Success in America is now available in paperback
In this book authors Elisa Jayne Bienenstock and Skaidra Smith-Heisters draw attention to the rich and complex mythology that defines the United States.
Model USDA 2026: A weekend debate over voluntary claims
"Overall, students walked away with valuable lessons in coalition building, negotiation, and compromise, as well as a broader understanding of the complex structures that are at the foundation of the rulemaking process."
GFL presents Earth Day event: The future we build
Join for an afternoon of connection, interactive exhibits, and conversation. Engage with hands-on demonstrations, student-led impact discussions, and a Global Futures dialogue on leading through change. The event concludes with a screening of Common Ground exploring links between agriculture, climate, human health and the global economy. Earth Day is April 22.
ARIA funding opportunity: Acclerated Adaptation
This program exists within the Engineering Ecosystem Resilience opportunity space, and explores ways to accelerate the adaption of wild species, to prevent biodiversity loss, and secure the natural infrastructure. Apply by May 1.
Be a grand award judge at the national science fair
Seeking graduate students, postdocs, staff scientists, and faculty to be judges for the upcoming national science fair. The Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair will be held May 9 -15, and ASU is the university sponsor.
Science Communications Can Build Trust
Join The Conversation! It’s “explainer journalism,” written by academic experts in collaboration with talented news editors and distributed globally. Webinar April 22.
Public Interest Communication Summer Institute Comes to ASU
Join educators from around the country at the 2026 Public Interest Communications Summer Institute, May 19-21 at ASU’s Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication. Register by April 15 to receive the discounted rate.
Free ASU research editing
KE Research Development provides free editing support for proposals and scholarly writing. You should use this service to improve clarity, organization, and adherence to guidelines before submission. Editors offer detailed feedback and fast turnaround, helping you strengthen your work and avoid common issues reviewers may flag.
Grow your skills on the new AAAS Learning Hub
AAAS launched a new learning platform for STEMM professional this week! Explore self-paced courses designed by experts and connect with fellow learners.
Model USDA 2026: Making space for urban agriculture
"The room was not fractured over whether urban agriculture matters, but rather who governs it, how it’s funded and who bears responsibility when tradeoffs arise."
Model USDA 2026: A safe bet on Dietary Guidelines for Americans
"Model USDA is designed to test students’ ability to navigate competing interests under political and scientific uncertainty. Scenario A did exactly that."
Organic pioneer joins ASU to launch farmer cooperative
As a consultant on the Swette Center team, Mark Lipson is providing support to the farming community in Arizona as they work to establish the state's first organic cooperative.