Arlinda Hill

Arlinda Hill's doctorate research focused on experimental condensed matter physics, more specifically the study of structural, electrical, and thermodynamic properties of semiconductor materials and their relationship to device performance for solid state lighting applications. For her master's degree thesis, she investigated the effectiveness of research-informed physics teaching strategies introduced in a large enrollment introductory physics class. She is committed to enhancing physics education by promoting and implementing physics teaching techniques and strategies for a better student-centered learning environment. She has collaborated with CRESMET (Center for Research on Education in Science, Mathematics, Engineering, and Technology) and ACEPT (Arizona Collaborative for Excellence in the Preparation of Teachers), two National Science Foundation-funded programs dedicated to high-quality teaching and learning of science, mathematics, engineering, and technology. As a member of the Association for Women in Science, she also is a strong advocate and works toward inclusion and participation of women in S.T.E.M. fields, especially in physics.