Category: Participants
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On April 7, 2026, the Southeast Texas Urban Integrated Field Laboratory (SETx-UIFL) brought four years of federally funded environmental research back to the communities that made it possible. At a workshop in Beaumont, approximately 20 local leaders including municipal planners, emergency managers, housing advocates, and residents reviewed findings on flooding, air quality, extreme heat, ecosystem…
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Bridging Communities and Research: Cedric Shy’s Innovative Approach to Outreach
As Program Coordinator for Texas Target Communities, Cedric Shy has become a vital connector in the SETx-UIFL project, turning complex environmental research into meaningful community action. From hosting the “Partnerships with Purpose” podcast to guiding students in creating innovative flood solutions for Port Arthur, his work embodies a simple but powerful philosophy: “It’s not about…
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Davon Chargois wins Engagement Award
Davon Chargois, grant manager for SETx-UIFL, received an award from Greater Port Arthur Chamber of Commerce for his innovative approaches to creating collaborative engagements between the SETx-UIFL, the Greater Port Arthur Chamber of Commerce, and the Southeast Texas Community.