GFORDS presents workshop to empower faculty using Pivot
Kiki Jenkins and Global Futures Office of Research Development and Strategy hosted workshop on Feb. 9 to support faculty with finding funding opportunities using Pivot.
Join the NCAR at ASU Google Group
The NCAR Google group exists to communicate information about the National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR) to interested students, staff, and faculty at ASU.
SCIENCE IRL: SciComm mini-grant 2026
Skype a Scientist is offering $300-$1,000 mini-grants to science communication. Application Deadline Mar. 23.
Solís named American Association of Geographers Fellow
Patricia Solís was recognized on Feb. 16, as 2026 Fellow by American Association of Geographers. Honored for 24 years of contribution to geography.
Model USDA 2026: A fresh approach to impactful civics education
"From a personal perspective, Model USDA fills a critical gap between academic theory and applied governance. Traditional coursework can explain the policymaking process; Model USDA allows students to experience it."
Meet affiliated faculty Emily Holleran
Read on for an interview with Emily Holleran, Instructor in the School of Sustainability.
Advancing Global Gender Equality Through Leadership and Collaboration
As a Lead Partner of the WE Empower UN SDG Challenge, the United Nations Foundation (UNF) continues to champion global cooperation and women’s leadership as essential drivers of sustainable development. In a
2026-2027 Moonshot Cohort Information Session
Applications for the 2026-2027 Moonshot Cohort will open on Feb. 24th. To learn more about the Cohort and the application process, attend an information session on Feb. 24. Register by Feb. 20. Applications for the Cohort due Mar. 17.
Model USDA 2026: An exploration of urban agricultural development
"At Model USDA 2026, the urban agriculture scenario brought together a plethora of stakeholders with differing priorities, such as real estate developers pursuing expansion and nonprofit and university leaders working toward equitable, food-centered community development."
It’s a date (palm): Farming, labor, and technology in the modern world
"On a sunny December morning, forty-two eager Swette Center students and instructors drove onto Oasis Date, in the middle of the desert of Arizona, a farm lined with date palms as far as the eye could see. The farmer, Claudia, began the tour by telling us about her and Oasis Date’s history."
Dr. George Poste launched the 850 PBC Speaker Series, featuring AVEO Oncology (an LG Chem company).
Dr. George Poste officially launched the 850 PBC Speaker Series, kicking off the inaugural session with a featured presentation from AVEO Oncology. In his talk, “The Strategic Architecture for Precision
Model USDA 2026: Making rules, breaking ground
"Model USDA gives students the freedom to ask questions, work together, and really dive into the process. It reminded me how much I’ve grown since starting my Master of Science in sustainable food systems and why hands-on, collaborative learning matters."