Arlinda Hill

Arlinda Hill is a physics educator and higher education leader dedicated to advancing evidence-based teaching, student success, and inclusive excellence in STEM. She is committed to creating engaging, student-centered learning environments and supporting faculty in the adoption of effective teaching practices that improve learning outcomes.

Originally trained as an experimental condensed matter physicist, Hill earned her doctorate studying semiconductor materials for solid-state lighting before transitioning her professional focus to physics education. Her commitment to teaching and service extends beyond the classroom through leadership in national professional organizations.

Hill currently serves as Vice Chair of the American Physical Society (APS) Four Corners Section and as a member of the American Association of Physics Teachers (AAPT) National Development and Leadership Committee. Her past work has included collaborations with the Center for Research on Education in Science, Mathematics, Engineering, and Technology (CRESMET) and the Arizona Collaborative for Excellence in the Preparation of Teachers (ACEPT), National Science Foundation-supported initiatives focused on improving STEM teaching, learning, and teacher preparation. She is passionate about fostering excellence in physics education through teaching, mentorship, leadership, and service, and is committed to expanding access, opportunity, and participation in STEM.