Dr. Dawn Wright

NATIONAL DAY of ACTION VIRTUAL ONLINE SATURDAY, MARCH 7TH, 12:00PM - 3:00PM

We're hosting a virtual rally for those who are not able to attend a March 7th National Day of Action event in person. We don't think structural barriers should prevent anyone from being able to participate in a movement that directly impacts their lives.
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At the top of the photo is the "STAND UP FOR SCIENCE" logo. Below that in bold black text reads: "NATIONAL VIRTUAL DAY OF ACTION". Below that is a link that reads: tr.ee/virtual-rally. Below that in red text reads: "Online Saturday, March 7th Noon to 3PM ET". Below that in blue text reads: "An opportunity for all people to engage with the movement, hear from speakers, and show support for protecting science and evidence based policy, regardless of their location or ability to attend in person."Below that in white text reads: "Learn more about the event at standupforscience.net/march7". On the left side of the photo is a red graphic of the statue of liberty. In the bottom left corner of the photo is the red "STAND UP FOR SCIENCE LOGO".

We're hosting a virtual rally for those who are not able to attend a March 7th National Day of Action event in person. We don't think structural barriers should prevent anyone from being able to participate in a movement that directly impacts their lives.
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Full Barack Obama speech at Jesse Jackson memorial: 'His voice calls on each of us' YouTube video by USA TODAY

Fellow Americans: Take half an hour and watch Barack Obama's eulogy for Jesse Jackson

youtu.be/PTgwbN1_7Xo?...

Photo of Dawn and her Snoopy in their hotel room in Montreal, Canada 🇨🇦 after being released from the hospital today.

Painting of actress Emily Blunt portraying the “angel of Verdun” from the movie “Edge of Tomorrow”

Super grateful to be out of hospital today w/ all tests and scans negative, brain bleed healed overnight, and fully clean bill of health! Huge thanks again to the “angels of Verdun” 😉) of Hopital 🏥 de Verdun in Montreal 🇨🇦 for their heroic care, and to ALL of you for your lovely wishes and prayers!

Nature Report, Killed by Trump, Is Released Independently

The report highlights the grim state of freshwater ecosystems, degraded marine and terrestrial ecosystems, and the risk of extinction for many species. But it also emphasizes the potential for improvement through conservation, restoration, and renewed connections between people and nature.

I have the same mug!

Heezen (sp.)

Dry toast and jam for breakfast were lovely this morning! 🙃😄

Thank you and sign was an indicator of the problem! Wine on empty tummy in an over extended body did not go over well 🙃

Pacific Ocean Floor by MARIE THARP, Bruce Heezan, and Heinrich Berann, *as published in* the National Geographic. There, fixed it.😉

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Not the way I wanted to end @theeconomistevents.bsky.social World Ocean Summit, but surely went out with a bang 💥. More details later but HUGE thanks to all the friends & guardian angels who are helping me out!

Countries in Africa which have agreed to new health aid packages contingent on greater access to minerals and sharing the sensitive health information of Africans.

The new controversial health funding aid packages which are replacing USAID to align with America first agenda of the current administration are reportedly linked to granting US greater access to mineral resources and harvesting sensitive health data of Africans w little reciprocity or protections

Cover of the new book, "Top 20 Essential Skills for Imagery and Remote Sensing" by Humber and Liedtke, published by Esri Press.

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#gischat #geogchat #geogsky ⚒️

If this Hawaiian girl 🌺 doesn’t freeze 🥶 to death! My 🚕 driver told me to come back in the SUMMER!!🤣

By the way, I’m proud to be in Canada 🇨🇦 this week for a conference!

Good enough for me. I appreciate the responses. Thanks again!

Thanks!

I predict this man has a very bright future.

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Congratulations, pal.

#WellDeserved

Excellent point taken and underscoring also the value of a liberal arts education for those of us in STEM.

#AcademicSky

#geogchat #geosky ⚒️

Beyond Bans: Rebuilding Teaching for a World With AI Why banning AI won’t fix higher education—and how redesigning teaching, assessment, and integrity can prepare students to learn and lead in an AI-driven world.

Another insightful article from my teaching professor colleague at @osuceoas.bsky.social :
www.facultyfocus.com/articles/tea...

West valley sushi shop owner released from ICE detention after eight months A federal judge has granted Kelly Yu temporary freedom after she filed a habius corpus petition.

"Her release follows months of advocacy from community members and political leaders of both parties.

Yu has operated her two West Valley restaurants for years, building a reputation for greeting customers with humor and kindness. She has no criminal record."

www.12news.com/article/news...

Honoring And Defining Black Excellence Must Include STEM As STEM fields continue to flourish, the way excellence is framed within Black communities must expand.

LOVE this argument that my friend & colleague @drshepherd2013.bsky.social makes, that in order for the 🇺🇸 Black community to move *further* forward, our foundational orgs such as the NAACP need to include STEM when they define & honor Black excellence

#BlackSky

www.forbes.com/sites/marsha...

Thanks so much Emily!

Pokémon turns 30 — how the fictional pocket monsters shaped science The Japanese media sensation has inspired generations of researchers in fields as diverse as evolution, biodiversity and research integrity.

www.nature.com/articles/d41...

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Yes, that’s super cool!

Glob-glob! Absolutely magical sea anemone larva (about 7 mm) from The Lombok Strait, Indonesia 🇮🇩