Abstract

This fall, the university achieved an important step forward when the US Department of Education recognized UAGC as a public institution within the University of Arizona. The milestone introduces new opportunities, challenges, and expectations, setting the course for a brighter future.

That is why it has been especially inspiring to see how many exciting developments are happening within our institution and how many innovative thinkers make up our community.

This issue explores those contributions, highlighting some of the collaborative work UAGC faculty are leading. For example, UAGC Faculty Fellow for AI pedagogical strategy, Nathan Pritts, considers our opportunity to lead AI-related conversations with openness and curiosity; faculty member, Holly Ourso, explores how the use of avatars in math classrooms can support student understanding of challenging concepts; and Department Head, Susan Gould, strategizes how faculty can incorporate accessibility into online learning by providing tools and new outlooks. As you can see, our community is finding meaningful ways to lead during this time of change and pushing new ways to work towards the goal of student success.

As you read through these articles, I encourage you to reflect on your own work and passions. How can you be innovative in your role? What new subjects or ideas are you excited to explore this year? Have you started researching a new topic or pursuing a passion project? One of the most energizing aspects of The UAGC Chronicle is the opportunity to share creative and forward-thinking ideas in your field. Learning more about your work is especially important as UAGC continues to define its contributions within the University of Arizona system, with a workforce-focused land-grant mission. Learn more about submitting an article to the UAGC Chronicle.

Let us continue to move forward together and never stop learning. As we embrace these changes, let us also remember that with change comes progress. And that is exactly what UAGC is aiming to achieve.

How to Cite:

(2025) “The UAGC Chronicle Fall 25/26”, The UAGC Chronicle 11(2).