Martinez has a long history of working in diversity in higher education, starting her time after graduation working at Texas Tech University as Senior Director and Interim Managing Director/Deputy Chief Diversity Officer. One of the highlights of her career that she spoke about during the interview was the Open Teaching Concept: Teaching Diversity Across the Curriculum, which was established and successful at Texas Tech. … [Read more...] about Meet UA’s Associate Vice Provost for Diversity and Inclusion’s final candidates
Phoenix
Record heat possible from California to Texas on Sunday
"Many tend to seek higher terrain in an attempt to escape the heat," Varian explains. "While you'll find relief from triple-digit temperatures, the mountains of southern Nevada are still expected to be well-above their seasonal averages as well. As a result, extra heat precautions must be taken even if you are in higher elevations or mountainous regions." … [Read more...] about Record heat possible from California to Texas on Sunday
US Covid-19 cases are climbing but some state and local leaders clash over moves to curb the spread
Travelers tended to visit cities in their own state or region, but some traveled further. About 3.7% of visitors to the Miami area came from New York, and nearly 4% came from the Atlanta area. Of the people who visited Phoenix, 16.3% came from just three metro areas in Southern California -- including Los Angeles, Riverside and San Diego. Others came from areas around Chicago and Dallas. … [Read more...] about US Covid-19 cases are climbing but some state and local leaders clash over moves to curb the spread
The Latest: Spain holds regional elections amid coronavirus
The Bayonne prosecutor says Monguillot was assaulted after he asked four passengers on his bus to wear face masks, which are required aboard French public transportation because of the coronavirus. He was insulted, pushed off the bus and violently beaten and kicked in the head, the prosecutor said. … [Read more...] about The Latest: Spain holds regional elections amid coronavirus
Start your week smart: Tulsa, Bastille Day, Trump, Twitter, Eric Garner anniversary
Since Chloe x Halle will make an appearance at the aforementioned Girl Up Leadership Summit, here's the duo's "Lonely," from their new album. As states reinstate social distancing guidelines, the refrain, "It don't have to be lonely being alone" feels particularly pertinent. (Click here to rock out.) … [Read more...] about Start your week smart: Tulsa, Bastille Day, Trump, Twitter, Eric Garner anniversary
