Category Archives: academic life

A day in Anne’s life

On Twitter, JacquelynGill has called for today be a celebration of women in science (Twitter search:#womeninscience), with instructions to “Tweet and blog your favorite women scientists, introduce yourself, share resources, etc.” On top of this, I’ve not forgotten my exhortation … Continue reading

Categories: academic life, by Anne

More tributes to Reds Wolman from all those who miss him

Reds is deeply missed by all who knew him, but these wonderful tributes give us a small way to hang on to the man who influenced and inspired us.
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Categories: academic life, by Anne, geomorphology

Lecture notes

In which I wonder whether I’m any good at lecturing or not.
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Categories: academic life, ranting, science education

Two tributes to Reds Wolman (1924 – 2010)

M. Gordon “Reds” Wolman was a towering figure in 20th century fluvial geomorphology, fundamentally shaping our understanding of river forms and processes, profoundly influencing environmental education and river management, and educating scores of students that continue to push the boundaries … Continue reading

Categories: academic life, by Anne, geomorphology

Casting a Wider Net: Opportunities for Enhancing Diversity in the Geosciences

In the United States, we have a diversity problem in the geosciences. Less than 5% of BS degrees in geosciences go to minorities. NSF’s OEDG program seeks innovative ways to cast a wider net for future geo-professionals.
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Categories: academic life, by Anne, science education