Scientists like David Wettergreen and Eldar Noe Dobrea are making robots smarter. Zoë (a Greek word that means “life”) is a planetary rover prototype. As expected with next generations, she and future rover robots will be more intelligent than their predecessors who have journeyed to Mars. On … [Read more...] about Testing a Smarter Planetary Rover on Babbitt Ranches
Education
Stoney Ward Teaches Hydroponic Gardening Through Spirit of the Canyon
Changing lives one plant at a time,” is the heart and goal of Spirit of the Canyon owner Stoney Ward, who has had a vision for hydroponic gardening since moving to Grand Canyon Junction (also known as Valle) four years ago. “I want to show people, especially school children, how to be healthier … [Read more...] about Stoney Ward Teaches Hydroponic Gardening Through Spirit of the Canyon
Architect Mary Colter’s Legacy Captured in Stone
She was tough, funny, fearless, dogmatic, imaginative, and her Grand Canyon architectural marvels continue to intrigue historians and fascinate visitors, including the only inner canyon lodging facility, Phantom Ranch, which turned 100 years old this year. Meet Mary Jane Elizabeth Colter, born in … [Read more...] about Architect Mary Colter’s Legacy Captured in Stone
Del E. Webb Family Enrichment Center Providing Opportunities
If not for the Del E. Webb Family Enrichment Center (FEC) at Yavapai College’s Prescott campus in Prescott, two local women said it would be impossible for them to hold jobs, attend college and have their children in an early childhood education program. Sarah Martin of Chino Valley and Karely … [Read more...] about Del E. Webb Family Enrichment Center Providing Opportunities
Yavapai College Training Nurses as High Demand Continues
As the extraordinary burden on healthcare systems continues, Yavapai County Community Health Services Director Leslie Horton is praising Yavapai College for its strong nursing program. “Because of recent strains on health care, due to the pandemic, and the shortage of healthcare workers nationally, … [Read more...] about Yavapai College Training Nurses as High Demand Continues
Teacher Shortage Having Dramatic Impact on Schools, Students
Yavapai County, just like the rest of Arizona, continues to have a shortage of classroom teachers. That is not just in public schools. The same shortages are affecting charter and private schools, as well. And the teacher shortage is not getting better. Yavapai County Superintendent of Schools … [Read more...] about Teacher Shortage Having Dramatic Impact on Schools, Students
ERAU Creates Unique Business College
Growing demand for increased knowledge of the interrelationship of business, security and cybersecurity prompted the administration at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (ERAU) to create the College of Business, Security and Intelligence (CBSI). It is the only college of its type in the nation, … [Read more...] about ERAU Creates Unique Business College
Embry-Riddle Planning Major Expansion
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (ERAU) Chancellor Anette Karlsson shared plans for major expansion on the ERAU Prescott campus in coming years with the Board of Visitors during its fall meeting Sept. 29. Karlsson said expansion proposals were prompted by the increasing enrollment on the … [Read more...] about Embry-Riddle Planning Major Expansion
YC Considering Four-Year Degrees
Yavapai College (YC) leaders are taking advantage of an opportunity made available when the Arizona Legislature passed Senate Bill 1453 and House Bill 2523 allowing Arizona community colleges to offer four-year degrees. Gov. Doug Ducey signed the legislation in May, which offers state community … [Read more...] about YC Considering Four-Year Degrees
Ducey Issues Executive Order To Ensure Students Stay On Track
Governor Doug Ducey today signed an Executive Order directing the State Board of Education to study student assessment data and identify the learning loss that occurred during the pandemic so students and families can get the support they need. The issuance of the order followed the Governor’s … [Read more...] about Ducey Issues Executive Order To Ensure Students Stay On Track
