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A random meeting

Greg — Tue, 29 Mar 2011 21:04:04 +0000

Had an excellent discussion with Dr Garcia on Sunday, ranging from funny (tactical strollers on airplanes) to serious (funding and approaches to increasing the visibility and quality of some college departments in the state). I’m quite sure he had no idea he was talking to a former New Mexico political blogger who had some influence 5 years ago, just some guy from San Francisco with opinions wearing a black leather hat. Politics aside, he’s an excellent listener and thoughtful individual. It was a genuine pleasure meeting him.

New Mexico Secretary of Higher Education

Jose Z. Garcia has been on the faculty at New Mexico State University for more than three decades. He has conducted research and lectured throughout Latin America, specializing in questions of political instability. Dr. Garcia directed the Center for Latin American and Border Studies at NMSU for 13 years.

Introducing Jumo

admin — Thu, 18 Mar 2010 20:26:43 +0000

What’s interesting here is that he’s got a track record in both politics and business.

As the article noted, “Think of the site as philanthropy, volunteerism and social networking all rolled into one.” And as Hughes' email noted, it's “an online platform to connect individuals and organizations working to change the world.”

via Chris Hughes, Facebook Co-Founder, Introduces Jumo – Tonic.

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Call for Papers: Public Libraries and Resilient Cities: Creating Sustainable and Equitable Places

admin — Sat, 13 Mar 2010 20:34:42 +0000

“Public libraries are at the forefront of a number of significant and pressing urban and environmental sustainability issues, and are evolving a leadership role in addressing these through sustainable urban design practices, contributions to economic regeneration and a commitment to social equity.”

via Peter Scott’s Library Blog: Call for Papers: Public Libraries and Resilient Cities: Creating Sustainable and Equitable Places.

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A Schmal Science Workshop

admin — Mon, 15 Jun 2009 03:31:23 +0000

This is a pretty fantastic program, and crucial for thousands of children and teens who have literally NO access to science labs. That is started as a “help out kids with homework in a garage” is even better.

Imagine – kids actually learning that science is fun! What a concept.

Since 1996, we have served over 60,400 students and over 4,000 teachers. Each of these students on average participates in 20 workshops a year resulting in over 1,019,735 student contacts since our founding. In the 2007-08 academic year we served 20,273 preK-12th grade students. In the 2008-09 academic year we will serve over 25,000 preK-12th grade students at 120 schools in 28 school districts.

We are a partnership of students, parents, teachers, scientists and science professionals who have come together to help foster this interest in science. SSW networks with professors, scientists, and educators throughout the USA. A Schmahl Science Workshop goes on-site, off-site, any site —anywhere. We will take our program to anyone who wants to learn.

http://schmahlscience.org/

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