Arizona Institute for Resilience

06/25/2026

Still thinking about attending the 2026 Remaking Tribal Constitutions Seminar in Tucson? Now’s the time to register!

Join tribal leaders, governance practitioners, scholars, and community members from across Indian Country for two days of discussion and learning focused on constitutional reform, Indigenous governance, and nation rebuilding.

This event is hosted by the Native Nations Institute at The University of Arizona Udall Center for Studies in Public Policy.

July 15–16, 2026

Learn more: https://nniconstitutions.arizona.edu/rtc

06/23/2026

This Saturday, the Desert Laboratory on Tumamoc Hill within AIR is hosting Venomous Reptiles of Tumamoc Hill from 7–8 a.m., a guided experience focused on the venomous species found in the Sonoran Desert.

Led by the Tucson Herpetological Society, this free program highlights species such as rattlesnakes and Gila monsters while sharing insights into their behavior, adaptations, and ecological importance.

This is a unique opportunity open to all to learn more about desert biodiversity in a place where science, landscape, and community come together.

More information: https://air.arizona.edu/events/venomous-reptiles-tumamoc-hill-5?utm_campaign=Arizona+Institute+for+Resilience&utm_content=This+Saturday%2C+the+%40%5B3997&utm_medium=social&utm_publication=20260623&utm_source=facebook

06/22/2026

The Southwest’s only conference dedicated to storm photography and monsoon chasing is back on June 27th!

MonsoonCon 2026 brings together weather enthusiasts, photographers, and storm chasers for a full day of learning, connection, and everything monsoon season.

We're excited to have Dr. Patrick Bunn, senior research assistant at the Institute for Energy Solutions in AIR and principal investigator of the UA WRF weather forecast system, as a speaker at the event.

Whether you’re just getting into storm photography or spend your summers tracking radar, this event is built for anyone who loves Arizona’s skies.

Buy your tickets here: https://air.arizona.edu/events/monsoon-con

06/21/2026

Check out News 4 Tucson - KVOA's newscast about the recently released report from our Center for Climate Adaptation Science and Solutions describing possible solutions to Arizona's water concerns:

https://www.kvoa.com/news/local/ua-led-study-finds-key-ways-to-boost-arizonas-water-supply/article_46010108-7871-464d-8d1d-713b1554aea8.html

The Arizona Tri-University Recharge and Water Reliability project is an AIR-led collaboration of researchers at The University of Arizona, Arizona State University, and Northern Arizona University and highlights what can be achieved working together with the University of Arizona Office of Research & Partnerships.

Learn more at: https://ccass.arizona.edu/atur?utm_campaign=Arizona+Institute+for+Resilience&utm_content=Check+out+%40%5B1106609022999&utm_medium=social&utm_publication=20260621&utm_source=facebook

TUCSON, Ariz. (KVOA) - A University of Arizona-led team released a detailed report describing possible solutions to Arizona's concerns about future water resource availability.

06/20/2026

With Monday's rains marking the start of monsoon season, the Southwest Monsoon Fantasy Forecasts game is back — this time with a new weekly tournament added to the mix!

https://www.tucsonsentinel.com/local/report/061726_monsoon_fantasy_forecast/uas-monsoon-fantasy-forecast-returns-6th-year-with-new-weekly-tournament/

06/19/2026

An AIR-led team of collaborators from Arizona’s three state universities this week released a detailed report and associated products describing possible solutions to the state’s concerns about future water resource availability.

“Given the current concerns about the reliability of Colorado River deliveries to Arizona, this is a critical time to be thoroughly exploring our water supply options,” said Katharine Jacobs, a recently retired U of A professor of environmental science and the project’s principal investigator.

Read the story: https://air.arizona.edu/news/air-led-project-presents-solutions-arizonas-water-worries

06/18/2026

Congratulations to AIR Liverman Undergraduate Fellow Greta Cotraccia on receiving the SBS Excellence in Leadership and Community Engagement Award!

Greta is a 2026 graduate in environmental studies and sustainable built environments. She was recognized for her leadership in sustainability, community engagement, and environmental justice work on and off campus.

Through the Liverman Undergraduate Environmental Fellows Program within AIR, she partnered with Flowers & Bullets to support local agriculture and youth programs while helping strengthen community connections.

Her work has also included leadership with Compost Cats, the Office of Sustainability, the Earth Grant Program, and research supporting Indigenous food systems and environmental resilience.

Read more:

Building Sustainable Systems and Community Connections: Greta Cotraccia, ’26, Earns SBS Leadership and Community Engagement Award May 8, 2026 Image Greta Cotraccia Greta Cotraccia — an Honors student who is graduating with a 4.0 GPA and a major in environmental studies and a minor in sustainabl...

06/16/2026

The North American monsoon season officially began on June 15 and so did the Southwest Monsoon Fantasy Forecasts, a community game hosted by AIR!

Returning for its sixth consecutive year, the much-anticipated game invites the public and weather enthusiasts to forecast the monsoon season and compete for points with friendly rivalry.

And now, the team is ramping up the weather enthusiasm by introducing a weekly tournament.

Learn more: https://air.arizona.edu/news/u-monsoon-fantasy-forecasts-game-returns-new-weekly-tournament

The North American monsoon season officially began on June 15 and so did the Southwest Monsoon Fantasy Forecasts, a community game hosted by the Arizona Institute for Resilience at the University of Arizona.

06/15/2026

A new opinion piece co-authored by Katharine Jacobs proposes a solution for the Colorado River focused on shared water conservation across Arizona, California, and Nevada.

The proposal would create additional voluntary water savings to help protect water levels at Lakes Mead and Powell while negotiations continue over the river’s future management. The piece comes as new federal leadership and ongoing negotiations continue to shape Colorado River policy across the West.

Jacobs is director of the Center for Climate Adaptation Science and Solutions within the Arizona Institute for Resilience.

Read the full proposal: https://bit.ly/4nzf1YR

06/12/2026

How much rain will this summer's monsoon bring?

The Monsoon Fantasy Forecasting Team at AIR invites you to an upcoming webinar introducing this year's Southwest Monsoon Fantasy Forecast Game.

Get a preview of new game features, hear from monsoon experts, and learn how forecasting can help deepen your understanding of one of the Southwest's most important weather patterns.

Register to join the conversation: https://arizona.zoom.us/meeting/register/iyzuXXIjTHG9abWcP9souw #/registration