NAU at the Diversity in STEM Conference
The SACNAS' Diversity in STEM conference, the largest multidisciplinary and multicultural STEM diversity event in the country, was held two weeks ago in Phoenix. As a group, NAU was able…
AZWI Job Round Up!
There are some exciting new positions for those looking for work in wildland fire and forestry! The Nature Conservancy Arizona is looking for 1-2 field technicians to measure fuels and…
The fire burned east of Florence Arizona in the Gila River. Engine 4665 along with Aravaipa Hotshots and Douglas Crew worked 6 days to secure the fires edge. Saw work and bladder bags were some of the tool's necessary to support containment due to remoteness of the incident and lack of vehicle accessibility.
Job and Internship Opportunities: AZWI’s Bi-weekly Roundup!
Today we highlight the role of Branch Chief, National Fire Training with the USFS! USFS Branch Chief for National Fire Training Oversees and coordinates the national efforts to provide comprehensive…
Job and Internship Opportunities: AZWI’s Bi-weekly Roundup!
There are a lot of exciting opportunities for folks who are interested in jobs in forestry and wildland fire. Don’t wait—the jobs highlighted today have application deadlines coming soon! The…
Field Day for Women in Wildland Fire!
On Saturday our Recruitment and Retention Manager, Lauren Orme, headed out to the forest to join the Coconino County Forest Service district office as they hosted a field training for Women…
Job and Internship Opportunities: AZWI’s Bi-weekly Roundup!
There are a lot of exciting opportunities for folks who are interested in jobs in forestry and wildland fire. Don’t wait—the jobs highlighted today have application deadlines coming soon! BIA-Southwestern…
Welcome our New Program Assistant Manager for Community Resilience: Megan Rangel-Lynch!
A big welcome to our newest team member, Megan! Megan received a B.S. in Environmental Studies from the University of Oregon where her research included a study of how the…
Sonoran Desert Fuel Breaks: Field Trip Summary
Thank you for joining us on the field tour of Sonoran Desert Fuel Breaks. All of us with the Southwest Fire Science Consortium team and field trip planning committee are…
Welcome Wade Axup!
Our newest team member, Wade Axup, has joined the AZWI as our Academic Program Coordinator. Wade has a professional background as a high school science teacher and department administrator. Coming…