Tucson Festival of Books | John P. Schaefer

John P. Schaefer

John P. Schaefer, Ph.D. is president emeritus of the University of Arizona, where he had an active twenty-one-year career in teaching and research. A conservationist and avid birdwatcher, he helped organize the Tucson Audubon Society and founded the Nature Conservancy in Arizona. Schaefer is a skilled photographer and author of several books on photography. He and Ansel Adams founded the Center for Creative Photography at the University of Arizona in 1975. His memoir "A Chance to Make a Difference" was published in 2025.

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Lead with Curiosity, Act with Purpose

What does it mean to lead with curiosity and act with purpose? Join David Gelles, David Litt and John P. Schaefer for a conversation that spans bold adventures, unexpected leadership and public service. Expect insights, humor, and inspiring reminders of how each of us can chart a meaningful path.

Integrated Learning Center Room 150 (Seats 155, Wheelchair accessible)

Sat, Mar 14, 10:00 am - 10:55 am
Memoir / Essays / Creative Nonfiction
Signing area: Sales & Signing Area - Integrated Learning Center (following presentation)

Panelists: David Gelles, David Litt, John Schaefer
Moderator: Stefanie Teller
Sponsors: Session made possible courtesy of Hughes Federal Credit Union, Kimberly Peters and Bruce Peters, Holualoa Companies

John P. Schaefer

A Chance to Make a Difference: A Memoir

University of Arizona Press, Booth #247 (Seats 1)
Sat, Mar 14, 1:00 pm - 1:50 pm
Memoir / Essays / Creative Nonfiction

Author: John Schaefer

Books:

A Chance to Make a Difference

A Memoir
Memoir / Essays / Creative Nonfiction
University of Arizona Press
January 2025
ISBN 9781941451151
322 pages
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Desert Jewels

Cactus Flowers of the Southwest and Mexico
Nature / Environment / Outdoor Adventure
University of Arizona Press
January 2023
ISBN 9781941451120
224 pages
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