After nearly four decades of service to the Arctic research community, the Arctic Research Consortium of the United States (ARCUS) has now reached its sunset. This will be our final message to the community.
On behalf of the ARCUS Board of Directors and all ARCUS staff, we want to thank you for the many years of collaboration, support, and partnership that made ARCUS possible. We have enjoyed working with this community immensely and believe that the goal of broadening participation in Arctic-focused research, education, and policy is still an important mission to achieve.
If you would like to learn more about what led the ARCUS Board and membership to make the difficult decision to sunset, you can view the recording of the final ARCUS Community Call here: https://youtu.be/jDtmd1b3rFc. Thank you to all community members who took part in this virtual meeting.
Although ARCUS has concluded its operations, steps have been taken to preserve our legacy and ensure that resources remain available:
Zenodo Repository: An extensive collection of reports, white papers, and other documents developed through ARCUS programs can be found in the ARCUS Zenodo community.
Internet Archive: The ARCUS Internet Archive collection includes preserved versions of our websites: arcus.org, polartrec.com, and media.arcus.org.
Continuing Programs: Some efforts will live on under new support, including the Sea Ice for Walrus Outlook at the Alaska Ocean Observing System, and the Sea Ice Prediction Network.
Connect The Arctic: Connect The Arctic will remain online for the coming year as a platform for information sharing and community connections. We invite all current Connect the Arctic members to continue to use the platform as a hub to connect, share, and discuss all things Arctic research and education related. Please also feel free to invite other members of your communities to participate, with the goal of allowing Connect the Arctic to represent the interests of a broad group of Arctic-focused folks.
With support from the AGU Cryosphere section, there may also be a final community-organized convening at the American Geophysical Union Fall Meeting this December in New Orleans for those who wish to come together one last time. Any future updates about these plans will be posted to Connect The Arctic.
It has been an honor to work alongside you to connect and support the Arctic research community. While ARCUS is closing its doors, the spirit of collaboration, connection, and shared commitment to Arctic science continues through all of you.
With deepest gratitude and best wishes,
The ARCUS Staff
Arctic Research Consortium of the U.S. (ARCUS)
Audrey R. Taylor, Executive Director
Brit Myers, Strategic Engagement Director
Lynn Murphy, Director of Finance & HR
