How ancient societies understood and visualized the world — from their immediate surroundings to the edges of their empires and beyond — provides a unique perspective on their political and cultural values and philosophy, as well as demonstrating their mathematical and scientific expertise. New York University’s Institute for the Study of the Ancient World is hosting a major exhibition devoted to the subject, October...
Read MoreOn September 26th, The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Research and Innovative Technology Administration (RITA) announced approximately $63 million in grants to 33 University Transportation Centers (UTCs) to advance research and education programs that address critical transportation challenges facing our nation: “University transportation centers are key to helping us address today’s transportation needs, from...
Read MoreThe following is a UCSB Public Affairs & Communications News Release dated September 26, 2013, and with the title above: Sandra Seale, project specialist and education and outreach coordinator for the George E. Brown Jr. Network for Earthquake and Engineering Simulation (NEES) group at UC Santa Barbara, has been recognized for her “outstanding service in education, outreach, and training.” The award, which she received...
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