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 A love built at ASU forges a new path for future Sun Devils
They met on their first day, in their first class, almost 30 years ago.
It was Introduction to Architecture at Arizona State University. He sat in the second row. She sat directly in front of him in the first row, with two guys on either side of her vying for her attention.
“I was this nerdy 17-year-old back in the second row trying to strike up a conversation with them,” Brian Swanton, urban planning alumnus '95 and master's degree in public administration alumnus '03, recalled of that August day in 1991. “But honestly, she was two years older than me and I figured that she was out of my league.”
Leah Swanton, urban planning alumna '95 and master's degree in public administration alumna '09, recalled the same initial meeting with a chuckle. “I remember he seemed really young and a little immature, but I kept an open mind... It started off as a friendship and I didn’t really imagine that first day it would turn out to what it has been now,” Leah said.
Today, 21 years of marriage and three children later, Brian and Leah Swanton, both strong figures in the Phoenix urban planning and development community, still reflect on that day as the start of their enduring love for the place and institution that brought them together.
Learn more about this dynamic pair, their love for ASU and the new scholarship they created for urban planning students!
 Celebrate love and Arizona statehood with a new episode of Earth + Humans!
February 14th is most commonly known as Valentine's Day, but this day is also special for another reason, because on February 14, 1912, Arizona became the 48th state!
For this special episode of Earth + Humans, we talk to three students in our PhD of geography program to ask them about their favorite places to visit in Arizona, how they handle our extreme heat, and their interesting research topics.
Listen now and see if anyone picked your favorite spot to visit!
 Next week: Colloquium with Dan Shugar, University of Calgary
Join us on February 21 from 1:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. in Coor 5536 for our latest colloquium.
For this session, we are very excited to welcome Dr. Dan Shugar, associate professor of geoscience and director of the Environmental Sciences Program at the University of Calgary, who will be presenting his talk "What is happening to the world's glacier lakes?"
About the talk:
Glacial lakes are rapidly growing in response to climate change and glacier retreat; some present an acute risk to downstream communities, infrastructure, and ecosystems in the event of an outburst flood. The role of these lakes as terrestrial storage for glacial meltwater is currently unknown and therefore not accounted for in global sea level models. Here, we provide the first global glacier lake database and analysis of glacial lake extent, volume and change. We use scaling relations to estimate an increase of global glacier lake volume of about 48% to 156.5 km3 over the past quarter-century, which represents a sea level equivalent of about 0.43 mm. As glaciers continue to retreat and feed glacial lakes, the implications for natural hazards and water resources are of considerable societal and ecological importance.
Date: Friday, February 21
Time: 1:30 - 3:00 p.m.
Location: Coor 5536
Share your geo & urban passions with family & friends at ASU's Open Door - Saturday, February 22, 1:00 - 5:00 pm
 Have you been looking for a fun way to share your enthusiasm for geography and urban planning with your family and friends? Bring them to our activities at ASU's campus-wide open house! Here's what you can do:
Find us on Forest Mall, directly east of Coor Hall. The event is free, and so is parking!
Today: Abstract submissions due for UCRC poster contest
In response to several requests, the UCRC Poster Committee has agreed to extend the deadline for the UCRC abstract submission to Friday, Feb. 14 for the UCRC Annual Poster Event on Wednesday, March 26, 2020, at the Memorial Union, Alumni Lounge, Room #202.
The intent of this poster competition is to showcase the breadth of work around issues of urban climate at ASU. This includes all social and physical science aspects of urban climate and its interaction with society and infrastructure.
Eligible participants: The poster session is intended to highlight urban climate research from undergraduates, graduate students, and postdoctoral researchers. Completed research is preferred. Posters outlining research not yet conducted must provide sufficient details on research design.
Abstract requirements: Maximum 250 words
Important dates:
- Extension submission deadline: Friday, February 14, 2020 (TODAY!)
- Notification of acceptance: Monday, February 17, 2020
- Electronic poster submission and printing deadline: Monday, March 16, 2020
Follow this link to submit your Poster Abstract: Submit your Abstract
Printing: We will be able to print your poster for you (at no charge) if you submit by Monday, March 16, 2020
Prizes: Monetary prizes will be awarded in multiple categories. Details to follow. See https://sustainability.asu.edu/urban-climate/events/ for examples of winning posters from last year.
SGSUP professor elected to AAG committee
Please join us in congratulating Daoqin Tong, associate professor, for being elected to the "Nominating Committee" of the American Association of Geographers.
Congratulations!
In the News
David Hondula - Arizona Regulators don't know what to do about summer shutoffs, Phoenix New Times
Randy Cerveny - The 'Other' Startling Climate Records in January, Forbes
Randy Cerveny - Antarctica sets record high temperature, ABC 15
Randy Cerveny - Record high temperature recorded in Antarctica, Deseret News
Randy Cerveny - Mainland Antarctica Just Reached Its Warmest Temperature Ever Recorded, IFLScience
Randy Cerveny - Antarctica breaks heat record: Will 2020 become the hottest year in history?, International Business Times
Randy Cerveny - It was 65 degrees in Antarctica this week, KUNC
SGSUP Events
Interested in keeping up-to-date on events taking place at SGSUP? Not only can you manage your calendar here in our newsletter, but be sure to bookmark our event calendar on our website: https://sgsup.asu.edu/events. It is where you can also find an archive of our past events.
Planning for a Resilient Community – Tues Feb 19, 9:00 am, Burton Barr Library
In this workshop you’ll learn about the importance of collaboration in addressing the challenges of air quality and heat in Maricopa County. If unchecked these challenges will continue to have negative effects on public health and economic growth. Despite efforts to improve air quality in the Valley, we still face problems with high levels of ozone and are at risk for exceeding acceptable regulatory levels. As temperatures rise, so do health concerns for our most vulnerable populations as they deal with increased urban heat. Learn from guest speakers about efforts currently underway to address ozone and heat through the development of regional resilience plans that will be created with input from everyone living in the Valley. More info and RSVP
Transportation Trivia Contest - Thurs Feb 20, 12:00 pm - ASU Tempe
Join the ITE ASU Student Chapter for a friendly transportation trivia contest! Answer questions and learn about transportation engineering while having fun! Winning teams will take home great prizes and bragging rights. All are welcome to participate! Form teams in advance or on-site. More info
ASU Spring Career and Internship Fair – Feb 25 and 26, ASU Tempe Memorial Union
ASU’s largest recruiting event, open to students and alumni of all degree levels. Participating employers include Arizona Department of Environmental Quality, City of Phoenix, Greater Des Moines Partnership, Mosaic Construction, US Peace Corps, and many more. More info
SGSUP Planning Professional Development Sessions – Thurs Mar 5, 3:00–5:00 pm, Stauffer A221
An information-packed afternoon, with 3 sessions: Drop-in resume reviews, 4+1 Accelerated BSP/MUEP info, and AICP certification intro. Stop in for one, or stay for all 3! More info
ASU / APA AZ Urban and Environmental Planning Career Fair – Thurs Mar 26, 4:00-6:30 pm, ASU Tempe Memorial Union
This is our signature career event for planning students – an opportunity to meet professional planners working in diverse realms; benefit from their insights, and learn about internship and employment opportunities. Begin the afternoon listening to a panel featuring leading Phoenix-area planners; then join the mixer, where dozens of professional planners will be ready to talk with you! More info
Arizona Bicycling Summit 2020 - Fri Apr 3, Mesa, AZ
Arizona’s Bicycling Summit gathers leaders, educators, planners, public health professionals, event promoters, and cyclists of all kinds to discuss current issues related to bicycling in Arizona. Registration fee includes breakfast, lunch and all sessions – Student registration $10; Professionals register by 3/1 for discounted rate of $30. AICP Planners can earn 6 CM credits for participation. More info
Meet Handshake – your one-stop tool for everything careers
Are you about to graduate and gearing up for a job search? Thinking about an internship? Wanting to find out what jobs are out there that might interest you? As Step 1, log in to Handshake, ASU's career portal. In Handshake you'll be able to apply for jobs specifically for ASU students, schedule an appointment with a Career Advisor, receive emails about upcoming career workshops and more. Check it out! More info
National Geographic GeoBee seeking moderators, judges and scorers – Fri Mar 27, ASU Polytechnic
Would you like to spend a few hours with kids who love geography? The state-level GeoBee competition brings together 9- to 14-year-olds who have already won geography competitions in their own schools all over Arizona, to further test their mettle and identify a state champion to send to the national competition.
Organizer Jesse Chanley needs at least 20 volunteers, mostly in the early afternoon – so let him know if you’d like to help! Email Jesse at jesse.chanley@asu.edu. (Need wheels? Remember that you can catch a free shuttle out to Poly & back from Tempe!)
 GIS Intern – McArthur Land Company, Phoenix, AZ
This north Phoenix-based land brokerage has a paid internship opportunity, to begin as soon as a qualified applicant is identified or as late as early March, and continue through the summer. The intern will learn and assist a mapping professional and work closely with owner of the company in updating and maintaining an ArcGIS database and maps. There's also an opportunity to learn about the land brokerage business. $12/hr, 8-13 hrs/week. More info
(Summer 2020) Census Taker Internships - Throughout US
The US Census is hiring thousands of people now, to work primarily over the summer in flexible part-time positions with competitive wages. Census takers will attend paid training this spring, and over the summer will visit households that haven't responded to the census, speak with residents and collect data. Census takers will gain a deep understanding of how the census impacts representation, drives policy and directs funding for communities, and will communicate this information to residents. ASU students may opt to register for summer GCU or PUP internship course in connection with these position. Apply ASAP. More info
(Summer 2020) GIS Analyst Intern, Freeport McMoRan, Phoenix, AZ
Freeport-McMoRan’s internship program seeks a GIS-savvy student or recent graduate for this paid summer internship. Past ASU students have been accepted for this position and have spoken highly about the experience, which offers opportunities to develop diverse and advance GIS processes and products. Full-time temporary position. More info
(Summer 2020) Research Experience for Undergraduates: Geospatial Approaches to Watershed Science - Iowa City, IA
This summer research experience is focused on the sustainable provision of clean water and food in a Midwest agricultural watershed. Students engage in team-based approaches, under the mentorship of expert faculty, to examine human-environment issues critical to a sustainable society. Conduct field research using cutting-edge geospatial technologies and state of the art facilities. Offers $600/wk stipend, meal allowance, housing, paid travel to site, fieldtrips & research workshops. Apply by 2/20. More info
(Summer 2020), NASA DEVELOP Applied Sciences Program – Locations across US, including ASU Tempe
A great opportunity for participants interested in practical applications of remote sensing and GIS. Projects focus on addressing local and international community concerns while utilizing NASA's Earth observations. Participants will work with NASA scientists and partner organizations to learn about the use of NASA remote sensing imagery for use in water resources, disaster management, ecological forecasting, and other applications to address environmental community concerns. Apply by Feb 28. More info
(Summer 2020) Multimodal Transportation Interns, Toole Design – Sites around US
These paid internships focus on active transportation. Summer interns carry out a wide variety of tasks, and are open to undergrads, grads and recent graduates. Current openings are in major cities in the west and Midwestern US; but check back frequently as additional sites will be added. Apply by Mar 1. More info
(Summer 2020) Historic Preservation & GIS Internships, National Council for Preservation Education (NCPE) – Many sites around US
NCPE partners with US federal government agencies to offer over 25 paid, mostly full-time internships around the country. Many focus on historic preservation and some on GIS. Open to current students and recent grads. Apply by 5 pm March 2. More info
Summer Internship Program, NOAA National Weather Service Forecast Office, Tucson, AZ
This program, open to current hydrology and meteorology students or recent graduates, offers an opportunity to develop an understanding of the culture, responsibilities, and services of the WFO; complete operational training, assist the WFO in providing real-time operational services to its customers, complete a research project, participate in office outreach activities and receive career counseling. Apply by March 3. More info
(Summer 2020) Paid research opportunities, ASU Urban Resilience Sustainability Research Network – Phoenix, AZ or Bogota, Colombia
Two programs; one for undergraduates in Phoenix, AZ, and another for undergrad and grad students in Colombia. Both focus on resilience of urban communities facing climate extremes. Apply by Mar 7 or Mar 20. More info
(Summer 2020) HACU National Internship Program (HNIP) – Washington DC and nationwide
HACU's National Internship Program offers paid internships at federal agencies and corporations across the country. As well as being paid, HACU will arrange housing and cover travel costs. These opportunities are available to students at select US universities including ASU. There are opportunities to work in areas of urban and environmental planning, geography and GIS. Apply by Mar 7. More info
More internship/part-time job opportunities
0-2 Years of experience
Geospatial Data Scientist, Freedom Consulting Group, position at USAID - Washington, DC
Analyst, Works Consulting - Gilbert, AZ
Arizona State Parks & Trails ADA Intern (1 opening), Arizona Conservation Corps - Phoenix, AZ
Arizona State Parks & Trails Visitor Survey Intern (1 opening), Arizona Conservation Corps - Throughout AZ
Municipal Planner (Transportation), Memphis Metropolitan Planning Organization - Memphis, TN (Apply by 2/19)
Map and GIS Specialist, ASU Libraries Map and Geospatial Hub (Apply by 2/21)
2+ Years of experience
Principal Long-Range Planner, Teton County - Jackson Hole, WY (Apply by 2/28)
GIS Manager, Desert Botanical Garden (Review begins 2/26)
Senior GIS Analyst, Central Arizona Project - Phoenix, AZ (Apply by 3/4)
More full-time employment opportunities
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