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September
Environmental Policy Leadership Opportunity for Students
Thursday September 29, 2011
Attention to all FIU students looking for a career who want to change the world: C2C Fellows is a national network for undergraduates and recent graduates aspiring to sustainability leadership in politics and business. C2C stands for Campus to Congress, to Capitol, to City Hall, and also for Campus to Corporation. C2C Fellows is the power network for young people with the wisdom, ambition, talent, and grace to change the future.
2012 Undergraduate Marine Resources Population Dynamics Workshop
Wednesday September 21, 2011
The application period for the ninth annual Marine Resources Population Dynamics Workshop is now open to undergraduates. The workshop will be held on March 4-10 at the Mote Tropical Research Lab on Summerland Key, Florida.
October
2012 DART Organizers Institute
Wednesday October 26, 2011
The Direct Action and Research Training Center, or DART, is a national network of 19 affiliated grassroots, nonprofit, congregation-based community organizations. DART organizations bring people together across racial, religious and socioeconomic lines to pursue justice in their communities. DART is now accepting applications for the 2012 DART Organizers Institute, the paid, four-month field school for people interested in launching a career in community organizing.
Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute Fellowships
Wednesday October 26, 2011
The Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute (STRI) a unit of the Smithsonian Institution, maintains research facilities for marine and terrestrial research at various locations in Panama and elsewhere in the tropics. STRI offers fellowships for undergraduate, predoctoral and postdoctoral research in the areas represented by its scientific staff.
Student Opportunity: Clemson Youth Learning Institute seeks Marine Science graduates
Wednesday October 26, 2011
Clemson University’s Youth Learning Institute is looking to hire recent graduates in the field of Marine Science to work with their Expedition Sewee program in Awendaw, SC this coming Spring. The program combines a unique opportunity to work in varied curriculums and educate children in natural resources and marine biology. Instructors work with students from 2nd to 8th grade, instruct day and night programming, and facilitate team initiatives and games.
Cristina Menendez Fellowship Awards
Monday October 17, 2011
On Friday, October 14th the Southeast Environmental Research Center at Florida International University in conjunction with the Miccosukee Tribe announced the recipients of the 2011-12 Cristinia Menendez Fellowship awards. A total of eight awards were given, $7,500 each to students in the Departments of Biological Sciences, Earth & Environment, and Chemistry and Biogeochemistry. The awards were given to support ongoing student research in the Everglades ecosystem. This year's awardees are: Mr.
International Exchange with the Universidad Nacional de Agricultura in Honduras
Monday October 10, 2011
In the past few years Florida International University has worked with the Universidad Nacional de Agricultura in Honduras as part of their International and Exchange Programs. Last October, FIU successfully hosted a one week workshop for junior agriscience students. The exchange proved beneficial for both universities and created an opportunity for even further cooperation.
Student Public Interest Research Group Internship
Thursday October 6, 2011
The Student Public Interest Research Group is looking for Florida International University students to work with their civic engagement internship program this fall. Interns can make a difference on issues they care about - like making college more affordable, expanding public transportation, or ending taxpayer subsidies for unhealthy foods.
November
Writing about the Exile Experience
Monday November 21, 2011
Professor Tania C. Lopez is offering an ENC 4930 Special Topics in Composition courseentitled: Writing about the Exile Experience. The course focuses on both writing and research skills within the context of the exhilic experience. ENC 4930 counts towards the Certificate in Professional and Public Writing, as well as the Certificate in Exile Studies. The class will meet on Wednesdays on the Biscayne Bay campus from 5:00-7:40 p.m. For more information, please see the attached flyer.
Student Opportunity: SMART Program
Wednesday November 16, 2011
The SMART (Science, Mathematics, and Research for Transformation) Program will pay for all educational expenses for a B.S., M.S., or Ph.D. program, and provide scholars with unique opportunities to work as research scientists or engineers on cutting edge technology in world class Department of Defense facilities. This is a highly competitive, national program, open to U.S. citizens only.
Student Opportunity: Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Wednesday November 16, 2011
The Science Education Programs at Oak Ridge National Laboratory provide paid opportunities for undergraduates, grad students, recent graduates, and faculty to participate in high-quality research alongside world-class scientists to solve real-world problems. Opportunities are available for internships and co-ops, research appointments, and sabbaticals. All opportunities are limited to scientific, technical, engineering, or mathematical fields.
Tropical Studies Course in Costa Rica
Wednesday November 2, 2011
The Organization for Tropical Studies is offering an intensive, seven and a half-week Tropical Biology course in Costa Rica. From Jan. 22 - Mar. 13, students are given the opportunity to learn the theory but also use the techniques in hands-on research in plant ecophysiology, microbial ecology, molecular ecology, remote sensing, and rapid biodiversity inventories.
Environmental Journalism Class
Wednesday November 2, 2011
The Environmental Journalism course is designed for students with an interest in the environment and a dedication to raising awareness. Dr. Juliet Pinto brings science, the environment, and journalism together to create interdisciplinary synergies geared toward the creation of compelling news stories about environmental issues. For more information, please see the attached flyer.
English and the Environment
Tuesday November 1, 2011
Need to take an English class? Interested in the Environment? The English Department will be offering two environmentally themed classes during the Spring 2012 semster. Darrel Elmore's ENC 3363: Writing about the Environment focuses on literary and scientific works, and also incorporates service learning. The course counts towards the Writing Certificate and the SEAS Coastal & Marine Affairs Certificate.
FIU Field Technician Job Announcement
Tuesday November 1, 2011
The SERC Rehage Lab is looking for a Field Fisheries Technician. The lab is primarily looking for senior undergraduate students and recent graduates in Biology, Environmental Studies, Ecology, or Fisheries. For more information on the position, qualifications, or application process see the attached flyer.
December
Student Opportunity: Gordon Gilbert Graduate Scholarship
Wednesday December 7, 2011
The Gordon Gilbert Scholarship was established by the Friends of Gumbo Limbo. The Gumbo Limbo Environmental Complex first opend as a nature preserve in one of the few surviving coastal hammocks in South Florida with the mission to increase public awareness of coastal and marine ecosystems.
Associate Research Scientist Position with Florida Fisheries and Wildlife Conservation Commission
Wednesday December 7, 2011
The Fish & Wildlife Research Institute (FWRI) is seeking a highly motivated person to work closely within the scientific community and with stakeholders to assist in the maintenance and continued development and deployment of GIS databases, applications, and habitat maps related to coastal & marine ecology.
