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The Inquiry Oasis: A UArizona College of Education PodcastInquiry Oasis Season 2: CEARE: Dr. Adriana Cimetta, Dr. Rebecca Friesen, & StudentsJoin us in this engaging episode in which Dr. Adriana Cimetta and Dr. Rebecca Friesen of the Center for Evaluation Assessment Research & Evaluation (CEARE) highlight the journey of three doctoral students from the University of Arizona, who recently clinched the top prize at the 2024 American Evaluation Association's United States Student Evaluation Case Competition. Hannah Douglas, Emilia Mbone Roland-Umasabor, and Yamini Bukhaya share their experiences and insights into the world of evaluation, shedding light on how the discipline serves as a formidable catalyst for change.2025-04-0223 minThe Inquiry Oasis: A UArizona College of Education PodcastInquiry Oasis Season 2: Judy Marquez KiyamaDean Berry of the College of Education and Dr. Judy Marquez Kiyama, a professor of Educational Policy Studies and Practice, discuss the importance of culturally responsive curriculum and pedagogy at the University of Arizona and the history of Funds of Knowledge.In this episode, Dr. Kiyama shares her journey at the University of Arizona, from being a first-generation college student to holding various roles within the university and how funds of knowledge has played a role throughout her journey in academia. Dr. Kiyama discusses her research here at the University of Arizona and the various previous and...2025-03-2639 minThe Inquiry Oasis: A UArizona College of Education PodcastInquiry Oasis Season 2: Lia FalcoIn this episode of Inquiry Oasis, Dean Robert Berry interviews Dr. Lia Falco, an educational psychologist and school counselor educator at the College of Education. Dr. Falco discusses her passion for her work, focusing on three key words: kids, school, and opportunity. She elaborates on her background in educational psychology and school counseling, emphasizing the developmental lens she uses to understand how K-12 students develop academically and emotionally, specifically in mathematics. Dr. Falco also highlights her research interests in self-efficacy, social persuasion, and readiness, particularly in relation to STEM education for girls and underrepresented populations. Th...2025-03-1934 minThe Inquiry Oasis: A UArizona College of Education PodcastInquiry Oasis Season 2: Renae MayesJoin Dean Berry and Dr. Renae Mayes as they explore Dr. Mayes's work as a researcher and counselor. This episode of Inquiry Oasis explores themes of Black joy, community, and educational spaces through a compelling conversation between Dean Robert Berry and Dr. Renae Mayes, a professor and school counselor educator at the University of Arizona's College of Education. Dr. Mayes discusses her research focused on Black youth and families, emphasizing a strengths-based approach that celebrates the richness and resilience of Black identity.Key topics include the concept of Black joy as a source of peace, community, and...2025-03-1230 minThe Inquiry Oasis: A UArizona College of Education PodcastInquiry Oasis Season 2: Adriana CimettaJoin us in learning about Dr. Adriana's work as a researcher and as the Director of the Center for Educational Assessment, Research, and Evaluation (CEARE). Dr. Cimetta discusses her multifaceted roles in teaching, research, and program evaluation, emphasizing her focus on equity in STEM education, fostering a sense of belonging, and diversifying the STEM workforce.The conversation explores the distinctions between assessment, research, and evaluation, highlighting how each contributes to decision-making and knowledge generation. Dr. Cimetta also shares insights into CEARE's active projects, which span evaluating undergraduate research experiences, STEM workforce development, and teacher training initiatives. The...2025-03-0628 min
Tech RevealedEpisode 21: Maysoon EshelmanBarry's guest for this episode is Maysoon Eshelman. Maysoon is the Executive Director of Campus IT Partnerships (CITP), creating and fostering a culture of collaboration, creativity, innovation, and value across the University of Arizona. Maysoon relies on proactive business relationship management for building trust and improving partnerships across the university, which is at the core of a business-driven service delivery strategy. Over the past twenty-four years, she has held several leadership positions within the IT community on the University of Arizona (UA) campus that were direct IT campus initiatives as well as those that created a community among IT...2025-01-2727 minTech RevealedEpisode 19: Darcy Van PattenBarry's guest for this episode is Darcy Van Patten, the University of Arizona’s Chief Technology Officer. Darcy is responsible for enabling high-quality digital experiences in support of day-to-day productivity and collaboration, learning, support services, digital engagement, administrative services, and student services. Her University of Arizona portfolio includes the departments of Administrative Technologies, Digital Experience Technologies, and Student and Academic Technologies. Darcy leads through the lens of innovating the business through technology enablement and human-centered collaborative problem solving – always with an eye toward creating the most valuable outcomes in support of the University’s mission and delivering a high-quality digita...2025-01-2529 minTech RevealedEpisode 18: Wendy EpleyBarry's guest for this episode is Wendy Epley. Wendy is a Principal Analyst in the Information Security Office—Government, Risk, and Compliance team. In her role, she oversees information security in contracting. This means that if a unit needs help understanding risks in a third-party agreement, Wendy will help them analyze the risks so they can make a risk-informed decision. Wendy has a Bachelor of Science degree in Global Business and a Master of Science degree in Regulatory Trade Compliance. She also has several certifications in export controls and CMMC.2025-01-1722 minTech RevealedEpisode 23: Jeff KohlerBarry's guest for this episode is Jeff Kohler. Jeff is the Associate Athletic Director, of IT and HR Integration for Arizona Athletics. In his role, Jeff oversees the IT team, a web team, and the creative services team. The creative service team oversees broadcasting. Jeff and his team exercise masterful skill in integrating an array of technologies into the production of live-action sports at the University of Arizona.2025-01-1738 minTech RevealedEpisode 17: Ian MacSpaddenBarry's guest for this episode is Ian MacSpadden Chief Technology Officer at Arizona Public Media. Ian has leveraged his facility design experience for the University’s public media sector for the last ten years. At Arizona Public Media (AZPM), he leads the team that has designed their greenfield IP-based TV, radio, and streaming facility that broke ground in January 2024. The facility is designed to be a sharable model for public media with the implementation of VR studios, SMPTE 2110 video routing and impactful spaces for community engagement. At AZPBS he helped launch the first PBS station in ATSC 3.0 through a partn...2025-01-1621 minTech RevealedEpisode 20: Lanita ColletteBarry's guest for this episode is Lanita Collette. Lanita is the University of Arizona’s Deputy Chief Information Officer. As the University’s Deputy CIO, Lanita leads multiple teams providing efficient, secure, and robust technology services that are the critical foundation for enabling teaching, research, and the service mission of the University. She has been with the University of Arizona since 2017, first as the Chief Information Security Officer, and was appointed to Deputy CIO in September 2019. From December of 2023 until July of 2024 Collette served as Acting CIO. 2025-01-1327 minTech RevealedEpisode 22: Tim NitzBarry's guest in this episode is Tim Nitz. Tim is the Assistant Director of Campus IT Partnerships, managing a team of Senior Implementation Analysts, supporting campus-wide IT improvement initiatives that impact tens of thousands of users. In 2021 he won the University of Arizona Team Award for Excellence for his work building information systems and processes that helped keep the University operational during the COVID crisis. His passion is creating order out of chaos, improving the lives of end users, and creating well-oiled solutions that increase quality, lower costs, improve efficiency, and make all stakeholders happier. Tim developed, owned and...2025-01-1325 minTech RevealedEpisode 15: Tyson KorhonenBarry's guest for this episode is Tyson Korhonan. Tyson is the lead workstation endpoint management architect at the University of Arizona. Born and raised just blocks from the University, he secured a job in 2004 as a desktop support student worker within the Financial Services Office. Tyson progressively increased his scope of duties and responsibilities, culminating in directing all aspects of information technology for multiple business affairs divisions. In 2021, an opportunity to switch gears and deep dive into building a university-scale workstation endpoint management system was too enticing to pass up. Today, he continues to dedicate his time and effort to b...2024-12-1822 minTech RevealedEpisode 16: Teddy LopezBarry's guest for this episode is Teddy Lopez, Application Development Manager in Administrative Technologies at the University of Arizona, who oversees the UAccess Employee, EDGE Learning, and UAlert technical support teams. She is a Tucson native and a University of Arizona Alumni. Her master's degree is in Human Resources & Consulting from ASU. She has worked at the university for 26 years in various roles until joining UITS with the Mosaic project. 2024-12-1820 minTech RevealedEpisode 14 Steve MachtleyBarry’s guest for this episode is Steve Machtley. Steve is the Assistant Dean for Information Technology Services with the College of Health Sciences at the University of Arizona. In this role, he is responsible for designing and implementing the new college’s IT ecosystem from the ground up. Having started as a student worker, Steve now has over 20 years of experience leading technology services in support of health education, research, and innovation for numerous colleges in the University of Arizona Health Sciences.2024-12-1220 minTech RevealedEpisode 13: Nikolas HodgeBarry's guest for this episode is Nikolas Hodge, Interim Senior Director and Enterprise Architect for Foundational Technologies at the University.As the Interim Senior Director, Nikolas supports teams driving process, innovation, and quality delivery in the realms of service management and identity and access management. I also have had the joy of teaching UNIV101 and 301 courses for the Office of General Education for the last three years. I have been with the university for almost 19 years, serving in various IT and non-IT roles on campus. My educational background includes a Bachelor of Arts in History from Kansas...2024-12-0634 minThe Inquiry Oasis: A UArizona College of Education PodcastInquiry Oasis Season 2: Arlett Perez2024-12-0434 minTech RevealedEpisode 12: Daniel MayhewBarry's guest in this episode is Daniel Mayhew. Daniel is the Director of Information Technology for Business Affairs Shared Services, a division of Business Affairs Technology Services. He began his career at the University of Arizona in 2006 at the CatCard office as an electronic field services technician tasked with maintaining and repairing the chip readers across campus. After taking advantage of learning opportunities provided by the University of Arizona, Daniel joined the Financial Services IT team as desktop support. Soon after, he moved to the Systems and Infrastructure team, eventually leading the Systems and Application Development teams, and finally...2024-11-1839 minThe Inquiry Oasis: A UArizona College of Education PodcastInquiry Oasis Season 2: Kirsten LanseyJoin us in learning about Dr. Kirsten Lansey's research and what brought her into her research in today's episode of the Inquiry Oasis podcast.Dr. Lansey is an Assistant Professor in special education at the College of Education. Her overarching goal is to conduct research, teaching, and service that contributes to systemic educational change so that students with complex support needs receive inclusive and equitable learning opportunities that support them in reaching their goals.In today's episode, Dean Berry and Dr. Lansey dive into her research, discussing intersectionality, education policy and the impact on special e...2024-11-0625 minTech RevealedEpisode 11: Gary WindhamBarry's guest for this episode is Gary Winham. Gary is a senior identity developer at Cirrus Identity, which he joined upon retiring from the University of Arizona in 2023 after 28 years of service. A "builder" who is passionate about developing elegant solutions to challenging problems, Gary has over 3 decades of experience in higher education information technology -- including software development, enterprise systems architecture, identity and access management, and cloud technologies. During his tenure at the University, he played a key role in architecting and managing several foundational IT services, including UA NetID/NetID+, WebAuth, Shibboleth, EDS, and Grouper.2024-10-3043 minThe Inquiry Oasis: A UArizona College of Education PodcastInquiry Oasis Season 2: JD Lopez Part 2Join us for Part II of Dean Berry's interview with Associate Professor, Dr. JD Lopez as they continue their conversation on statistical erasure, the notion of understanding giving back, and Native Nation building. Additionally, they will discuss the "achievement gap" and where the gap really lies as well as Dr. Lopez's personal background that led him to higher education.Dr. Lopez's recommended reading from this episode: God is Red by Vine Deloria Jr.Dr. Django Paris's work is mentioned again, as well as connecting his work with Dr. Gloria Ladson Billings' work.2024-10-1621 minTech RevealedEpisode 10: Cameron GreenBarry's guest for this episode is Cameron Green. Cameron is the Acting Director of Campus Web Services at the University of Arizona, where he oversees the strategy, development, and maintenance of the university's vast digital presence. With a focus on user experience, web accessibility, and scalable web solutions, Cameron plays a key role in ensuring the university's web platforms effectively serve students, staff, and faculty. With a strong background in both leadership and technology, he contributes to shaping the university's digital landscape, creating a unified web experience, and fostering innovation in higher education technology.2024-10-1538 minThe Inquiry Oasis: A UArizona College of Education PodcastInquiry Oasis Season 2: JD Lopez Part 1Join us for Part 1 of 2 of Dean Berry's interview with Dr. Jameson D. Lopez. Dr. Lopez is an Assistant Professor in the College of Education's Educational Policy Studies and Practice program and is an enrolled member of the Quechan tribe located in Fort Yuma, California. Dive into Dr. Lopez's work as an Indigenous quantitative researcher whose research focuses on Indigenous students and Indigenous communities, particularly using large data sets to understand these notions of statistical erasure, understand the notions of Giving back, a native nation building. Mentioned in this episode are the following reports:T...2024-10-0221 minTech RevealedEpisode 9: Tim SchwabBarry’s guest for this episode is Tim Schwab, Chief Information Security Officer at the University of Arizona. Tim has been with the university since March 2018. He served as Executive Director of Administrative Technologies, overseeing applications such as HCM, financials, research, contract management, document storage, and EDGE Learning, among others. In his role as CISO, Tim is dedicated to developing and leading the university's information security program, safeguarding its assets, applications, systems, and technology while driving business advancement.2024-09-3023 minThe Inquiry Oasis: A UArizona College of Education PodcastInquiry Oasis Season 2: Colin Waite and the Cooper Center for Environmental LearningJoin Dean Robert Q. Berry and Executive Director of the Cooper Center for Environmental Learning, Colin Waite, on their discussion about the Cooper Center's six decade long history in Tucson, AZ. The Cooper Center began in 1964 and celebrates its 60th year of providing Tucson K-12 students with hands-on environmental education experiences in Southern Arizona.To celebrate, the Cooper Center is crowdfunding September - October 2024 with a goal of $60,000 to be raised, you can donate here. 2024-09-1824 minTech RevealedEpisode 8: Michael GriffithBarry's guest for this episode is Michael Griffith, who is the Director of Digital Initiatives at the College of Education. In this role, Michael designs technology-driven learning solutions that enhance student engagement and outcomes across online and hybrid courses. He combines a decade in broadcast television with a background in web development to create instructional (and fun!) learning modules. Michael has taught undergraduate courses in Web Development and Human-Computer Interaction, and he is passionate about teaching robotics and programming to K-12 teachers as part of the STEMAZing program at the Pima County School Superintendent’s office. His work fosters eq...2024-09-1633 minTech RevealedEpisode 7: Meredith AronsonBarry's guest for this episode is Meredith Aronson. Meredith is the Director of Customer Relationship Management & Digital Experience Services at the University of Arizona. She guides product vision and engagement and offers service leadership to the agile and innovative Trellis team to accomplish these goals. Using a diversity of experiences in corporate, startup, research, and government contexts, she has crafted a career following her deep curiosity for people, technology, and big hairy problems. She was only peripherally in IT until 2014, when she joined the UA to help develop and implement enterprise software, ultimately joining the nascent Trellis team in 2018. She...2024-08-2835 minTech RevealedEpisode 6: Mandi CrossBarry's guest for this episode is Mandi Cross. Mandi is the university's Cloud team lead. She has 20 years of experience in higher education IT, working her way up from a starting role with student desktop support, into systems administration, service desk management, and now leading a team of Cloud engineers and architects at UArizona. Mandi has a bachelors degree in Near Eastern Studies and is currently studying addiction psychology, showing no matter how varied your interest or educational background, you can always use it in IT. 2024-05-1625 minTech RevealedEpisode 4: Paul ReevesToday's Guest is Paul Reeves. Paul is a Cloud Consulting Solutions Engineer at Splunk, supporting communications, technology, media, and gaming customers He focuses on helping customers get the most value from Splunk Cloud Platform and major cloud services providers like AWS, Azure, and GCP. Prior to working at Splunk, Paul worked at the University of Arizona for 12 years, most recently leading the Security Engineering team in the Information Security Office. He also holds three technology-related degrees from the University.2024-04-2428 min
TENWEST TalksUnlocking Cosmic Secrets: Astrobiology and the OSIRIS-REx Mission (Keynote)Prepare to embark on a cosmic journey like never before at the TENWEST Impact Festival! Join us for an out-of-this-world keynote and media presentation titled "Unlocking Cosmic Secrets: Astrobiology and the OSIRIS-REx Mission." Dante Lauretta, Principal Investigator of the seven-year OSIRIS-REx mission, will be joined by Daniella DelGuistina, Principal Investigator of the OSIRIS-APEX Asteroid Mission, to discuss the History, the return, and the important clues the sample of the earliest remnant of our solar system will reveal. Erika Hamden, Director of the new UArizona Space Institute, will moderate and provide an overview of current and future space exploration projects...2024-04-1832 minTech RevealedEpisode 5: Mark FischerToday's guest is Mark Fischer, Mark is an application architect at the University of Arizona in Tucson, Arizona. Mark has over two decades of experience in the technology space, starting with a foundation in early web applications, through the Web 2.0 craze, and on to today's API and microservices driven architectures. Along the way he's been bringing automation, creativity, and education to the infrastructure side of things. He has been leading the University's central Identity Architecture team since 2019. He is also a part-time instructor in the University's Computer Science department, teaching Web Programming and Cloud Computing to the next generation. 2024-04-1134 minTech RevealedEpisode 3: Brett BendicksonToday's guest is Brett Bendickson. Brett is an Enterprise Architect in Digital Experience Technologies at the University of Arizona. He considers his role as that of a developer with a strong emphasis on integration. Brett has a long history with the University beginning as a student worker who created the university’s first official web homepage (UAInfo). He also was the principal developer of the precursor to UAccess Student, Student Link. Now, a 28-year veteran of University Information Technology Services, Brett is sought after for his ability to bring teams together and find solutions to application integration needs.2024-04-1125 minThe Inquiry Oasis: A UArizona College of Education PodcastEp 15 Dr. Kristin Gunckel: From Classroom to Community—The Power of Climate LiteracyIn this episode of Inquiry Oasis, host Jeffrey Anthony engages with Dr. Kristin Gunckel, a distinguished scholar in science education at the University of Arizona College of Education. The dialogue traverses the landscape of climate literacy, linking classroom pedagogy to community empowerment. Dr. Gunckel also walks us through her research on preparing elementary teachers for science education and the role this plays in cultivating informed citizens. The conversation delves into the synergies between scientific knowledge and social justice, particularly within the context of the Desert Southwest.Topics DiscussedIntegrating Computational Thinking into...2024-04-0320 minThe Inquiry Oasis: A UArizona College of Education PodcastEp 14 Dr. Taucia González: Voices of Change: Testimonios and Transformative EducationIn this episode of Inquiry Oasis, we welcome Dr. Taucia González, an assistant professor of special education at the University of Arizona College of Education. Dr. González sheds light on her groundbreaking GANAS project, where high school students use testimonios as a narrative tool to critically reflect on systemic barriers in education. We explore how these narratives from bilingual, Latina/Latino/Latinx, and Hmong youths, with and without disabilities, challenge traditional pedagogies and contribute to a more inclusive educational landscape. Dr. González's insights underscore the importance of integrating cultural and linguistic diversity into educational systems to emp...2024-03-2019 minThe Inquiry Oasis: A UArizona College of Education PodcastEp 13 Shaping STEM's Future: Voices from the REEDS FellowshipThis episode of The Inquiry Oasis we dive into the REEDS (Research on Educational Equity and Diversity in STEM) Fellowship Program at the University of Arizona College of Education. Funded by a significant NSF grant, this initiative aims to reshape STEM education through research focused on creating inclusive and diverse learning environments. The episode features conversations with the first cohort of REEDS fellows - Drs. Abby Rocha, Sy Simms, Nicholas Witt, and Shakuntala Devi Gopal - who share their individual research projects, personal inspirations, and experiences in transitioning from graduate students to postdoctoral scholars. They reflect on the intersection...2024-03-0655 minThe Inquiry Oasis: A UArizona College of Education PodcastEp 12 Dr. Jonathan Tullis: Cognitive Crossroads: Unraveling Memory and LearningIn this episode of Inquiry Oasis, we delve into the fascinating world of cognitive processes in education with Dr. Jonathan Tullis, Associate Professor of Educational Psychology at the University of Arizona College of Education. Dr. Tullis, a prominent figure in the Cognition and Memory in Education and Learning Lab, shares insights from his groundbreaking research on the interaction between memory and learning environments, with a special focus on "Remindings." We explore his NSF-funded CAREER grant and its implications for optimizing learning strategies, aligning them with our natural cognitive tendencies. Dr. Tullis’s work is a critical beacon in understanding ho...2024-02-2125 minTech RevealedEpisode 2: Doug HesterToday's guest is Doug Hester. Doug is the University of Arizona’s Business Intelligence Architect and he leads the UAIR Systems Architecture & Security team. In 2008 he selected as the technical lead supporting the university's central Oracle Business Intelligence (BI) system and since 2015, is the UAIR BI Architect. He earned a bachelor’s degree in Materials Science and Engineering and has worked in IT at the University of Arizona since 1997. Doug has presented on data warehousing and business intelligence topics at national conferences and for other university leaders. He occasionally consults for other higher education business intelligence and institutional research depar...2024-02-1637 min
WOW ReadsWOW Reads: Bonus - Reading Ambassadors On the 2024 Caldecott AwardJoin the Worlds of Words Center Middle School Reading Ambassadors (MSRAP) as we discuss our experience participating in a mock Randolph Caldecott Medal award event to determine our winner for the most distinguished artist of an American picturebook.The mock Caldecott event was held in Worlds of Words by Dr. Kathy G. Short and Dr. Desirée Cueto. The American Library Association announced the awards on January 22, 2024, two days after we recorded this episode.Books mentioned in this episode:An American Story by Kwame Alexander and Dare Coulter (illus.)Big by Vashti Harrison2024-02-1112 minTech RevealedEpisode 1: Jessica DeStefano WoodworthToday's guest is Jessica DeStefano Woodworth. Jessica is the Microsoft Technologies Architect team lead for the University of Arizona. She started her journey at the University in the fall of 1996 as student in the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences, majoring in Anthropology. She was so excited to return to the UofA in the spring of 2006 as a full time employee on the Windows Systems Administration team in the CCIT department ( now called University information Technology Services). Over her nearly 18 years with the university, she has had the opportunity to learn, grow and expand her role and scope to w...2024-02-0922 minThe Inquiry Oasis: A UArizona College of Education PodcastEp 11 Dr. Dawn Demps: Educational Equity Through the Lens of Black Feminism and Community Cultural WealthIn this episode of The Inquiry Oasis, host Jeffrey Anthony speaks with Dr. Dawn Demps, exploring her remarkable journey from a high school dropout in Flint, Michigan, to becoming an assistant professor at the University of Arizona, College of Education. Dr. Demps shares her transformative experiences with educational policy and social justice, highlighting the pivotal role of TRIO programs and the impact of community support on her academic pursuits. She delves deep into the realms of Black Feminism, Critical Race Theory, and Community Cultural Wealth, illuminating their importance in challenging educational exclusion and shaping inclusive futures. Dr. Demps underscores...2024-02-0733 minThe Inquiry Oasis: A UArizona College of Education PodcastEp 10 Dr. Adai Tefera: Exploring the Layers of Inequity: Race, Disability, and EducationIn this episode of Inquiry Oasis, Dr. Adai Tefera, an associate professor of special education at the University of Arizona's College of Education delves into her pivotal research on racial disparities in special education, examining the complex interplay of race, disability, language, and other social factors. We take a look at Dr. Tefera’s article she co-authored in the American Educational Research Journal - The Aftermath of Disproportionality Citations: Situating Disability-Race Intersections in Historical, Spatial, and Sociocultural Contexts, and explore the historical, socio-cultural, and spatial contexts shaping educational policies and their impact on students with disabilities. Dr. Tefera's insights il...2024-01-1721 minThe Inquiry Oasis: A UArizona College of Education PodcastEp 9 Dr. Ji Hong: Navigating the Intricacies of Multiple Marginalized Teacher IdentitiesIn this episode of Inquiry Oasis, host Jeffrey Anthony talks with Dr. Ji Hong a professor in the Department of Educational Psychology at the University of Arizona's College of Education. The central theme centers around Dr. Hong's research on multiple marginalized and underrepresented teachers. We explore the challenges these teachers confront, emphasizing the role of intersectional identities in shaping both their personal and professional experiences. Dr. Hong underscores the necessity of qualitative research methodologies in capturing the depth and nuance of these lived experiences. By doing so, she argues for a reevaluation of educational systems to better support and...2024-01-0324 minThe Inquiry Oasis: A UArizona College of Education PodcastEp 8 Dr. Iliana Reyes: A Conversation on Borderlands Education and BeyondJoin us in this enlightening episode of the Inquiry Oasis as we delve into the inspiring work of Dr. Iliana Reyes at the University of Arizona, College of Education. Dr. Reyes takes us through her vital role at the Borderlands Education Center, an initiative strengthened by a recent Department of Education grant. Her rich dialogues with children, pre-service teachers, and community stakeholders shed light on the multifaceted nature of education, from fostering inclusive experiences to enhancing local and global perspectives. This episode is a compelling exploration of the intersections of education, community connection, innovative teaching practices, and cultural understanding – an...2023-12-0618 minThe Inquiry Oasis: A UArizona College of Education PodcastEp. 7 Dr. Sunggye Hong: Innovating for Inclusion—On the Convergence of Assistive Technology and Multisensory Science EducationIn this episode of the Inquiry Oasis, host Jeffrey Anthony sits down with Dr. Sunggye Hong, a leading faculty member at the University of Arizona's College of Education, who is breaking new ground in the realm of accessible science education for the visually impaired. Dr. Hong elucidates the transformative possibilities that lie at the intersection of assistive technology, multisensory approaches, and STEM curricula. Their conversation takes us on a journey from the barriers of traditional educational paradigms to the frontiers of inclusivity, revealing how Dr. Hong's work is not merely about accommodation, but about redefining the very fabric of...2023-11-1527 minThe Inquiry Oasis: A UArizona College of Education PodcastEp. 6 Dr. Corey Knox: From Educational Research to AstrobiologyIn this captivating episode of the Inquiry Oasis we explore the fascinating journey of Dr. Corey Knox. Dr. Knox, newly appointed as the Deputy Director at the University of Arizona’s Astrobiology Center, shares her unique trajectory from education researcher to her role in this new center. Throughout our conversation, Dr. Knox illuminates the profound ways in which science interacts with local communities and cultures and reveals the interconnectedness of astrobiology with urgent global issues such as climate change. Knox’s reflections on her time at the College of Education and its vibrant community are as enriching as her insi...2023-11-0119 minThe Inquiry Oasis: A UArizona College of Education PodcastSpecial Episode: Transforming Indigenous Education: A Deep Dive into ITEP with Dr. Valerie Shirley and Dr. Jeremy GarciaIn this episode of The Inquiry Oasis, host Jeffrey Anthony speaks with Dr. Valerie Shirley and Dr. Jeremy Garcia, co-founding directors of the Indigenous Teacher Education Program (ITEP) at the University of Arizona College of Education. The discussion meticulously dissects the ITEP framework, philosophy, and its consequential impact on Indigenous students, schools, and communities. Exploring topics that range from the program's origins to its broader socio-cultural implications, the episode weaves a compelling narrative that underscores the need for culturally attuned and community-based approaches in education.Topics DiscussedIndigenous Epistemologies: The Knowledge Systems Guiding ITEPPhilosophical...2023-10-2535 minThe Inquiry Oasis: A UArizona College of Education PodcastEp 5 Dr. Sung eun Jung - Young Minds and Robots: Unraveling the World of Early Childhood RoboticsEmbark on a fascinating journey into the realm of early childhood robotics with Dr. Sung eun Jung, an early childhood educator and researcher specializing in robotics education at the University of Arizona College of Education. In this episode, we explore the existential and ontological questions young children pose about robots, the cultural implications of programming, and the future of culturally responsive STEM teaching and learning. Dr. Sung’s insights into children's agency, empowerment, and the importance of hands-on interaction offer a profound look into how technology can shape children's understanding of the world. This episode provides an invaluable perspective fo...2023-10-1827 minThe Inquiry Oasis: A UArizona College of Education PodcastEp 4 Dr. Heather Haeger - Fostering Inclusivity in STEM: Exploring Pathways to Accessible EducationJoin us in this enlightening episode of The Inquiry Oasis: A Uarizona College of Education Podcast as we delve into the expansive world of STEM education with Dr. Heather Haeger, research director for the STEM Learning Center. Dr. Haeger shares her insights into equity, diversity, and the importance of inclusive environments in STEM fields. From bridging the boundaries between STEM and the humanities to exploring the intricate connections between disciplines, this episode reveals the transformative potential of collaborative research. An essential listen for those passionate about education, diversity, and innovative thinking.Topics Discussed:Equity...2023-10-0414 minThe Inquiry Oasis: A UArizona College of Education PodcastEp 3 Ashley D. Domínguez - Breaking the Mold: Inclusive Pedagogy, Puerto Rican Resilience, and the Power of Art in AdvocacyJoin us in this insightful episode of the Inquiry Oasis as we journey through the transformative research of Dr. Ashley D. Domínguez, a faculty member at the University of Arizona, College of Education. Dr. Domínguez unravels her summer research work in Puerto Rico, merging education with youth activism, and the potent influences of art, theater, and culture on community building and learning. Her work, from training students in research methods to fostering community rejuvenation, sheds light on the empowering potential of education. Dr. Domínguez also brings to light the intricate dynamics of protagonists and antagonists in stor...2023-09-2019 minThe Inquiry Oasis: A UArizona College of Education PodcastEp 2 Dr. Regina Deil-Amen: Cultivating Inclusion in STEM — A Dialogue on Diversity, Connection, and Innovation at the University of ArizonaIn this episode of Inquiry Oasis, host Jeffrey Anthony converses with Dr. Regina Deil-Amen, the newly appointed Associate Dean of Faculty Affairs for the College of Education at the University of Arizona, and a distinguished scholar championing inclusive education within the STEM field. The dialogue illuminates the multifaceted landscape of empowering diverse and underrepresented students, with Dr. Deil-Amen shedding light on the unique challenges faced by low-income students and the intricacies of racial and ethnic diversity. Exploring concepts such as a transfer receptive culture and the intersection of racial dynamics in STEM, the conversation articulates a vision for a...2023-09-0621 minThe Inquiry Oasis: A UArizona College of Education PodcastEp 1 Redefining Narratives: Empowering Black Boys in Mathematics Education with Dean BerryIn this inaugural episode of "Inquiry Oasis," host Jeffrey Anthony welcomes Dean Berry, a distinguished researcher and advocate in mathematics education and Dean of the College of Education at the University of Arizona. Dean Berry shares valuable insights from his extensive research, focusing on the experiences and empowerment of black boys in K12 mathematics classrooms. In this context, Berry thoughtfully explains his purposeful use of the term 'boy,' underlining it as a developmentally appropriate descriptor acknowledging their need for mentorship and support, while simultaneously challenging prevailing narratives. The conversation dives deep into the importance of supportive learning environments...2023-08-1628 minThe Inquiry Oasis: A UArizona College of Education PodcastTrailer - The Inquiry Oasis: A UArizona College of Education PodcastWelcome to "The Inquiry Oasis", a bi-monthly podcast presented by the University of Arizona College of Education. Join us as we shine a spotlight on our faculty members, offering them a platform to discuss their impactful research in areas such as educational psychology, teacher education, and school leadership, among others. From their personal journeys and motivations to the transformative effects their work has on lives both locally and globally, we offer a window into the multifaceted world of education research. Recorded in our Digital Innovation and Learning Lab, each episode explores the dynamic blend of cultures and i...2023-08-0900 min
Life Along The StreetcarEmpowering Nonprofits to Share Their Stories: Behind the Scenes with Brittany BattleThis week, we're going to speak with Brittany Battle. She's the director of the Social Venture Partners Fast Pitch, and they just recently held their main event at UArizona. That 2023 cohort of eight local nonprofits are currently engaged in some deep dive learning to be even more impactful in our community. We'll get the story in just a moment.
Today is May 14th, my name is Tom Heath and you're listening to "Life Along the Streetcar".
Each and every Sunday our focus is on Social, Cultural and Economic impacts in Tucson's Urban Core and we shed light on hidden gems...2023-05-1528 min
Life Along The StreetcarUArizona Forge Pt. 2On this week's episode, we're going to complete our two part interview that we started last week with Aleshia Howell and Erika Mitnik of the Arizona Forge Program, which is helping the entrepreneurial community and those even considering the entrepreneurial world get started here in Tucson.
Today is September 25th, my name is Tom Heath and you're listening to "Life Along the Streetcar".
Each and every Sunday our focus is on Social, Cultural and Economic impacts in Tucson's Urban Core and we shed light on hidden gems everyone should know about. From A Mountain to UArizona and all stops in...2022-09-2627 min
Life Along The StreetcarUArizona Forge Part 1On this week's show, we've got Aleshia Howell and Erika Mitnik from the Arizona Forge program. It's an entrepreneurial community combining experiential student and community ventures. We're going to find out some really cool things they've got coming up for the remainder of this year.
Today is September 18th, my name is Tom Heath and you're listening to "Life Along the Streetcar".
Each and every Sunday our focus is on Social, Cultural and Economic impacts in Tucson's Urban Core and we shed light on hidden gems everyone should know about. From A Mountain to UArizona and all stops in between...2022-09-1926 min