Frank in Fla
@frankinfla.bsky.social
Florida residing, GIS mapmaking, UF Gators, Buccaneers, Rams & Lakers fan, gardening native plant loving board game playing human being ☮️2️⃣U
Reposted by Frank in Fla
How are faculty all across the country fighting back against attempts to dismantle diversity & equity programs at universities and to stifle academic freedom?
Noon, Feb. 18 on Zoom (register at docs.google.com/forms/d/1nuc... - open to all regardless of location).
#academicsky #blacksky
Noon, Feb. 18 on Zoom (register at docs.google.com/forms/d/1nuc... - open to all regardless of location).
#academicsky #blacksky
Academic Freedom and DEI in the Age of Trump: An Oregon Alternative
Wednesday February 18, 12-1pm
Milam Hall 319 & Zoom - link will be shared with attendees prior to the event
For the past year, the Trump administration has attacked higher education in an attempt to ...
docs.google.com
February 16, 2026 at 7:01 PM
How are faculty all across the country fighting back against attempts to dismantle diversity & equity programs at universities and to stifle academic freedom?
Noon, Feb. 18 on Zoom (register at docs.google.com/forms/d/1nuc... - open to all regardless of location).
#academicsky #blacksky
Noon, Feb. 18 on Zoom (register at docs.google.com/forms/d/1nuc... - open to all regardless of location).
#academicsky #blacksky
Reposted by Frank in Fla
On this day in 1847, Missouri passed an act that prohibited Black people from learning to read and write and assembling freely for worship services. The act also forbade free Black people from migrating to the state.
Feb. 16, 1847 | Missouri Prohibits Education of Black People
Learn more about our history of racial injustice.
calendar.eji.org
February 16, 2026 at 2:02 PM
On this day in 1847, Missouri passed an act that prohibited Black people from learning to read and write and assembling freely for worship services. The act also forbade free Black people from migrating to the state.
February 14, 2026 at 10:31 PM
Post a tree you photographed
February 14, 2026 at 8:57 PM
Post a tree you photographed
If you're in Central Florida consider giving to Central Florida Public Media
If you're not in Central Florida, consider giving to your local public radio station
If you're not in Central Florida, consider giving to your local public radio station
Accurate, thoughtful reporting helps our community make informed decisions. Support from people like you keeps this work independent. Stand with local journalism during our Valentine’s Fund Drive, and show your love for Central Florida Public Media.
Visit https://www.cfpublic.org to donate!
Visit https://www.cfpublic.org to donate!
February 13, 2026 at 10:48 PM
If you're in Central Florida consider giving to Central Florida Public Media
If you're not in Central Florida, consider giving to your local public radio station
If you're not in Central Florida, consider giving to your local public radio station
Reposted by Frank in Fla
You might have heard that Florida is experiencing a drought. The chance of wildfire increases, landscapes go dormant and groundwater levels decline. Most counties have implemented water restrictions and burn bans. How drought affects you, at UF/IFAS Gardening Solutions: buff.ly/WPZhxfr
February 13, 2026 at 7:02 PM
You might have heard that Florida is experiencing a drought. The chance of wildfire increases, landscapes go dormant and groundwater levels decline. Most counties have implemented water restrictions and burn bans. How drought affects you, at UF/IFAS Gardening Solutions: buff.ly/WPZhxfr
Reposted by Frank in Fla
Join the #CupletFern for our free Spring #BookClub at #LyoniaEnvironmentalCenter, led by Fred Wascura. These sessions offer a free opportunity for the public to discuss Florida’s ecosystems, conservation, and native species!
This Sunday: Wildlife in Your Gardening by Karen Lanier
Follow for more💚
This Sunday: Wildlife in Your Gardening by Karen Lanier
Follow for more💚
February 13, 2026 at 5:04 AM
Join the #CupletFern for our free Spring #BookClub at #LyoniaEnvironmentalCenter, led by Fred Wascura. These sessions offer a free opportunity for the public to discuss Florida’s ecosystems, conservation, and native species!
This Sunday: Wildlife in Your Gardening by Karen Lanier
Follow for more💚
This Sunday: Wildlife in Your Gardening by Karen Lanier
Follow for more💚
Reposted by Frank in Fla
Multigenerational damage being done by this administration. Trump Administration Erases the Government’s Power to Fight Climate Change www.nytimes.com/2026/02/12/c...
Trump Administration Erases the Government’s Power to Fight Climate Change
www.nytimes.com
February 12, 2026 at 7:18 PM
Multigenerational damage being done by this administration. Trump Administration Erases the Government’s Power to Fight Climate Change www.nytimes.com/2026/02/12/c...
Reposted by Frank in Fla
Florida House moves to ban removal of Confederate monuments again
Florida House moves to ban removal of Confederate monuments again
Similar efforts to supersede local government authority on monuments and memorials failed after appearing before committees in 2023 and 2024.
www.orlandoweekly.com
February 12, 2026 at 7:48 PM
Florida House moves to ban removal of Confederate monuments again
Reposted by Frank in Fla
On this day in 1946, a white police chief brutally beat Sgt. Isaac Woodard, a Black World War II veteran, just hours after he was discharged. The attack left Sgt. Woodard permanently blind.
Feb. 12, 1946 | Police Chief in SC Beats Black Veteran Isaac Woodard, Leaving Him Blind
Learn more about our history of racial injustice.
calendar.eji.org
February 12, 2026 at 2:04 PM
On this day in 1946, a white police chief brutally beat Sgt. Isaac Woodard, a Black World War II veteran, just hours after he was discharged. The attack left Sgt. Woodard permanently blind.
One week from Giving Day, we’re celebrating how UF Geography trains the next generation to understand a changing world - from climate and water to human health and geopolitics. Are you ready to stand up for UF Geography? Donate here: givingday.ufl.edu/campaigns/ge...
Geography General Fund - Gator Nation Giving Day
givingday.ufl.edu
February 12, 2026 at 3:04 PM
Reposted by Frank in Fla
"Women have been mapping the world for centuries – and now they’re speaking up for the people left OUT of those maps"
theconversation.com/women-have-b... AND
coffeewithclaude.com/post.php?slu...
#GISchat ⚒️ 🧪 🌊
theconversation.com/women-have-b... AND
coffeewithclaude.com/post.php?slu...
#GISchat ⚒️ 🧪 🌊
Women have been mapping the world for centuries – and now they’re speaking up for the people left out of those maps
Women have moved from mapmakers using their bodies to depict maps to being leaders shaping the field of cartography.
theconversation.com
February 10, 2026 at 10:56 PM
"Women have been mapping the world for centuries – and now they’re speaking up for the people left OUT of those maps"
theconversation.com/women-have-b... AND
coffeewithclaude.com/post.php?slu...
#GISchat ⚒️ 🧪 🌊
theconversation.com/women-have-b... AND
coffeewithclaude.com/post.php?slu...
#GISchat ⚒️ 🧪 🌊
Reposted by Frank in Fla
Hate to say it, this iteration of the Rams/McVay vs Seahawks/MM is already a better rivalry than 49ers/Harbaugh vs Seahawks/Carroll
February 9, 2026 at 6:52 PM
Hate to say it, this iteration of the Rams/McVay vs Seahawks/MM is already a better rivalry than 49ers/Harbaugh vs Seahawks/Carroll
Reposted by Frank in Fla
On this day in 1908, a mob of over 2,000 white people lynched a Black man named Eli Pigot in Brookhaven, Mississippi.
Feb. 10, 1908 | Mob of 2,000 White People Lynches a Black Man in Brookhaven, Mississippi
Learn more about our history of racial injustice.
calendar.eji.org
February 10, 2026 at 2:05 PM
On this day in 1908, a mob of over 2,000 white people lynched a Black man named Eli Pigot in Brookhaven, Mississippi.
Reposted by Frank in Fla
Congrats to Florida #Gators alumnus and speed skater Erin Jackson on representing the United States as flag bearer during the opening ceremony of #Olympics2026.
Erin in 2022 became the first Black woman to win an individual gold medal at the Winter Games.
Erin in 2022 became the first Black woman to win an individual gold medal at the Winter Games.
February 7, 2026 at 1:26 AM
Congrats to Florida #Gators alumnus and speed skater Erin Jackson on representing the United States as flag bearer during the opening ceremony of #Olympics2026.
Erin in 2022 became the first Black woman to win an individual gold medal at the Winter Games.
Erin in 2022 became the first Black woman to win an individual gold medal at the Winter Games.
Reposted by Frank in Fla
No joke: I got angry hate mail today for writing an obituary of a Black woman scientist—because the person felt she did didn’t deserve the recognition.
Which just makes me want to share it again: www.nature.com/articles/d41...
Which just makes me want to share it again: www.nature.com/articles/d41...
Gladys Mae West obituary: mathematician who pioneered GPS technology
She made key contributions to US cold-war science despite facing huge barriers as a Black woman.
www.nature.com
February 6, 2026 at 9:09 AM
No joke: I got angry hate mail today for writing an obituary of a Black woman scientist—because the person felt she did didn’t deserve the recognition.
Which just makes me want to share it again: www.nature.com/articles/d41...
Which just makes me want to share it again: www.nature.com/articles/d41...
February 6, 2026 at 6:07 PM
Reposted by Frank in Fla
Rams will play against the San Francisco 49ers in Australia next season, Robert Irwin announces on the Pat McAfee Show (sentences I never thought I'd type)
February 5, 2026 at 6:50 PM
Rams will play against the San Francisco 49ers in Australia next season, Robert Irwin announces on the Pat McAfee Show (sentences I never thought I'd type)
Notepad++ users, completely uninstall and reinstall from the installers on the official website.
arstechnica.com/security/202...
arstechnica.com/security/202...
Notepad++ users take note: It's time to check if you're hacked
Suspected China-state hackers used update infrastructure to deliver backdoored version.
arstechnica.com
February 5, 2026 at 6:10 PM
Reposted by Frank in Fla
This little interactive tool allows you to pick the colours for your shaded relief map. A charmingly random selection of countries is available but unlimited colours. Source: buff.ly/QdkPVSl
February 5, 2026 at 3:05 PM
This little interactive tool allows you to pick the colours for your shaded relief map. A charmingly random selection of countries is available but unlimited colours. Source: buff.ly/QdkPVSl
Reposted by Frank in Fla
On this day in 1917, Congress passed an Immigration Act that banned racial groups deemed "undesirable" from entering the U.S., and primarily barred Asian people.
Feb. 5, 1917 | Immigration Act Bans Asians, Other Non-White People From Entering U.S.
Learn more about our history of racial injustice.
calendar.eji.org
February 5, 2026 at 2:02 PM
On this day in 1917, Congress passed an Immigration Act that banned racial groups deemed "undesirable" from entering the U.S., and primarily barred Asian people.
Reposted by Frank in Fla
On this day in 1846, Alabama began statewide convict leasing, a practice later used to re-enslave emancipated Black people criminalized by unjust laws.
Feb. 4, 1846 | Alabama Begins Leasing Incarcerated People for Profit
Learn more about our history of racial injustice.
calendar.eji.org
February 4, 2026 at 2:03 PM
On this day in 1846, Alabama began statewide convict leasing, a practice later used to re-enslave emancipated Black people criminalized by unjust laws.
Congratulations to Dr. Joann Mossa of @ufgeog.bsky.social !!
A terrific person and one of my favorite professors
#UF #Mapping #Geography
A terrific person and one of my favorite professors
#UF #Mapping #Geography
🎉Dr. Joann Mossa was awarded the @geographers.bsky.social Later Career Fellowship for her work on fluvial geomorphology. Congratulations! www.aag.org/2026-aag-awa... @rockyrivers.bsky.social
February 4, 2026 at 1:53 PM
Congratulations to Dr. Joann Mossa of @ufgeog.bsky.social !!
A terrific person and one of my favorite professors
#UF #Mapping #Geography
A terrific person and one of my favorite professors
#UF #Mapping #Geography
Reposted by Frank in Fla
The Utah Historical Society just produced a new, excellent map of "The Peoples of North America in 1776." Great resource for anyone teaching, writing, presenting about Native peoples as part of their 250th work. america250.utah.gov/power-of-pla...
February 3, 2026 at 1:49 PM
The Utah Historical Society just produced a new, excellent map of "The Peoples of North America in 1776." Great resource for anyone teaching, writing, presenting about Native peoples as part of their 250th work. america250.utah.gov/power-of-pla...
Reposted by Frank in Fla
On this day in 1948, an all-white jury sentenced a Black woman and two of her teenage sons to death for killing an armed white man in self-defense.
Feb. 3, 1948 | Black Woman and Her Children Sentenced to Die for Defending Themselves
Learn more about our history of racial injustice.
calendar.eji.org
February 3, 2026 at 2:00 PM
On this day in 1948, an all-white jury sentenced a Black woman and two of her teenage sons to death for killing an armed white man in self-defense.