ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES
NEWSLETTER
March 20, 2006
In
this issue:
** Upcoming ES Events: ES Colloquium on Tuesday: "Application
of GIS in Target Marketing - a Case Study"
** ES Program news: Environmental
Justice Fellow hired
** Campus Sustainability: SSW Alumni Center given LEED
certification!!
** Beyond Colby:
Environmental Health Lobby Day next Monday
** Field Study Course: University of California, Santa Barbara's Wildlands Studies
Program
** Jobs and Internships: Stream survey tech, Geologic Mapping on the
Maine Coast, Environmental Education in NC, and more
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** Upcoming ES Events:
ES Colloquium: "Application of
GIS in Target Marketing - a Case Study"
Tiho
Andonov
Analyst, Corporate Marketing, LL Bean
Tuesday, March 21
7:00 pm in Olin 1
Join us at 6:00 for dinner in the Bullock Room in Dana!
ES 402
credit
Come hear from Professor Andonova's husband!
** ES Program news:
Environmental Justice Fellow hired
Dr.
Christopher Thoms has accepted a one-year Environmental Justice fellowship, to
begin this fall. He will work with ES program faculty to develop and
incorporate a series of environmental justice teaching modules into existing
courses. He will also teach an Environmental Justice Course
Dr. Thoms is currently a Visiting Assistant Professor in the Environmental
Studies Program at Knox College.
** Campus Sustainability:
Alumni Center given LEED certification!
Greening
in the Schair-Swenson-Watson Alumni Center
(Written by the Communications staff)
The Schair-Swenson-Watson Alumni Center received
silver-level LEED (Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design)
certification from from the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) in March
2006.
LEED Program
LEED is a trademarked acronym representing an approved system for designing,
constructing, operating, and certifying environmentally responsible buildings.
Silver-level certification is a step higher than basic LEED certification,
reflecting enhanced environmental initiatives and systems in the building.
The rating system was developed by the USGBC to:
Schair-Swenson-Watson
Alumni Center Initiatives
Among a wide range of initiatives that earn points toward the
Schair-Swenson-Watson Alumni Center’s LEED certification are:
**
Beyond Colby:
Raise Your Voice!Environmental Health Lobby Day
Monday, March 27th, 2006
Maine
State House
Please join us on March 27th to protect Maine families from unnecessary,
dangerous chemicals. Toxic chemicals are especially dangerous to our
children when they break down slowly and build up in our food chain. Many
are so pervasive that we come into contact with them daily. Some of these
chemicals, such as lead, mercury, pesticides and solvents, are known to cause
learning disabilities and cancer in children. The unfortunate truth is
that these persistent toxic chemicals are in a wide variety of household
products, the food we eat, the water we drink and the air we breathe.
The good news is that NRCM is working to phase out these unnecessary, dangerous
chemicals and replace them with safer alternatives, and we need you to make the
difference!
Each year, your Maine legislators vote on bills concerning the phase out and
replacement of toxic chemicals in our homes, schools, and workplaces. Many
times, contacts from constituents like you are the determining factor when it
comes to whether your legislator will support or oppose a bill to protect our
children and families from unnecessary, dangerous chemicals.
PLEASE JOIN US to make your voice heard!
Professor Gail Carlson will be attending. Contact her if you would like to
carpool. <gcarlson@colby.edu>
Monday,
March 27th
8:00 AM to 3:30 PM
Maine State House
** Field Study:
Wildlands Studies Program
University
of California, Santa Barbara's Wildlands Studies Program offers a series of
environmental and cultural ecology field studies that we invite you to
join. This year you can choose among twenty wildlife, wildland and
cultural ecology field studies searching for solutions to environmental and
cultural challenges. Each program grants 5-15 upperdivision units
credit. Please note that all programs are open and accepting applications
now. Field studies take place in wildland locations throughout the
Montana Rockies, California, Washington, Canyonland Country, Alaska, Hawai'i,
Belize, Fiji, Costa Rica, Thailand, Himalaya, New Zealand, China and Mexico.
All of our programs, now available for your consideration are described at our
website:
www.wildlandsstudies.com (please
click on or type in this address on your browser); or a catalog can be sent to
you in the mail. Our email address is wildlands@sonic.net. If you
have questions about any of our university programs, please feel free to get
back in touch with us.
** Jobs and Internships:
NSF Program Announcement: Research Experiences for Undergraduates
Precision Digital Geologic Mapping on the Maine Coast
Using
sea-kayaks, GPS, Total Stations, GIS and traditional field methods,
May 27-July 22, 2006
An 8-week research internship position in precision digital outcrop surface
mapping,
structural analysis and geologic interpretation for junior-level
undergraduates.
Program description
This summer NSF-REU program at the University of
Southern Maine is an opportunity for nine undergraduate students in
geoscience-related majors to learn cutting-edge precision digital survey
techniques as applied to detailed geologic outcrop mapping in coastal Maine
while working on a research project for presentation at a professional meeting.
This program will introduce students to the regional deformation associated
with Norumbega strike-slip shearing in the Northern Appalachians, sea kayaking
as a way to access island exposures, traditional field techniques and digital
survey instrumentation for precision mapping of geologic structures.
Digital survey data will be compiled in a geographic information system (GIS)
that will provide a basis for interpretation, structural analysis and tectonic
modeling. Results will be reported in student abstracts and poster
presentations at the Northeast Section Geological Society of America (NEGSA)
meeting (spring 2007).
Students in the program will receive a stipend
of $2400, travel reimbursement and support to attend the NEGSA meeting at which
they will present their work. Upon completion of the program students
will receive 6 credits for their field experience as USM course - GEY360 -
Field Mapping in the Island Environment: Data Collection to GIS. When not
camping in the field, dormitory accommodations will be provided at the
University of Southern Maine’s Gorham Campus.
Eligibility
This program is designed for undergraduate students
who have completed their junior year in an appropriate geoscience major,
geography major with a geology minor, or other applicable degree program.
Background coursework in geology and/or geography is essential. Prior
field experience and established computer skills are highly recommended.
Application Procedure
Submit: 1) the completed application form; 2) a copy of your college transcript,
and; 3) a letter of recommendation from your faculty mentor to: Dr. Mark
Swanson, Department of Geosciences, University of Southern Maine, Gorham, ME
04038. For more info email mswanson@usm.maine.edu or call
207-780-5024.
Deadline
Completed applications for these positions must be in hand by Monday, March 27,
2006. Applicants will be notified via e-mail by Monday, April 3,
2006.
The UNC Charlotte Office of Waste Reduction & Recycling
Environmental Educator/Outreach & Volunteer Coordinator
The
majority of the E/O Coordinator’s time will be spent providing educational and
promotional information about the OWR&R, the Conservation Awareness Team
(CAT) and Environmental Sustainability initiatives to the various facets of the
campus community. This includes, but is not limited to: creating brochures and
fact sheets; creating and editing the OWR&R’s newsletter; overseeing the
continued development of the web page; organizing education sessions and
presenting to classes and offices on various aspects of environmental
sustainability, energy and water conservation, and waste reduction and
recycling topics; organizing special events such as Earth Day; staffing tables
at various campus and community events; writing press releases and articles for
local news outlets or other departments’ publications; overseeing the
development of a yearly Recycling Monitor workshop; and assisting with the set
up and coordination of indoor recycling sites.
The E/O Coordinator will also oversee student volunteers and interns. Create
educational materials directed specifically towards UNC Charlotte students.
Work with the staff of Housing and Residence Life (H&RL) to develop methods
of distribution. Work with H&RL staff to educate students about recycling
opportunities during move-in and move-out. Prepare and present to each
Residence Hall programs on recycling and conservation procedures during the
beginning of the year. Work with RC’s and RA’s to improve environmental
education throughout Residence Life.
Requirements:
Four-year degree
· Experience working or
volunteering for an environmental or recycling program.
· Experience working with
volunteers.
· Experience working or
volunteering with environmental education programs.
Proficient in the use of computer software including: Microsoft
Publisher, PowerPoint, Word, Photoshop, desktop publishing programs (Quark
XPress, Adobe PageMaker), email programs, Internet usage.
Knowledge of local and state environmental policies and issues.
Ability to speak and present to large groups of people.
Ability to communicate clearly both in writing and verbally.
Good interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to carry up to 30 pounds.
Level 63 pay range: Minimum: $25,036 Midpoint:
$31,242
Maximum: $37,447
To apply go to UNC Charlotte’s Human Resources webpage:
jobs.uncc.edu
The job will be posted on the webpage on Saturday, March 18, 2006
Position closes Saturday, April 14, 2006
For more information about the OWR&R go to our website http://facilities.uncc.edu/recycling
Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife
Stream
Survey Technician
Fisheries
Management Region B has an opening for a stream survey technician for the
period of May\June through August\September 2006, based at the Sidney Regional
Headquarters. The individual selected for the position will assist in
developing a volunteer program for short –reach stream surveys throughout
the mid-coastal area of Maine. S/He will also complete chemical and
biological stream survey work individually and with regional biologists.
Typical Job duties:
- Train volunteers in
Maine IFW\DEP stream survey protocols.
- Assist volunteer stream
surveyors to ensure consistency and quality of data.
- Undertake individual
stream survey efforts.
- Input data into
regional database.
- Maintain equipment.
- Coordinate efforts of a
diverse volunteer corps.
- Assist with other
fisheries management data collection as required.
Required Knowledge and abilities:
- Ability to clearly
present stream survey training to audiences with a variety of backgrounds.
- Ability to interact
with variety of individuals with a positive outlook.
- Knowledge
of\familiarity with Microsoft Office suite of software, familiarity with GIS a
plus.
- Experience with stream
survey techniques.
- Ability to use and
calibrate stream survey devices and meters, familiarity with GPS.
- Ability to safely use
backpack mounted electro-fishing gear.
- A valid driver’s
license
- A sense of humor.
Other considerations relative to the position:
- Work involves a
non-standard workweek. Work will include duty hours on Saturdays and
Sundays and potentially some weekday evenings. Off duty days will
vary.
- Work will be performed
in both office (25%) and field (75%) situations. Fieldwork will require
carrying moderate loads (up to 40 pounds) for sometimes significant distances
in rough terrain. Nuisance insects\animals\humans may be
encountered. Roadway traffic at times may be a safety consideration.
Application:
Please submit a letter of interest, Resume or Statement of Qualifications and
Three References to:
Robert.vanriper@maine.gov
Robert Van-Riper
Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife
270 Lyons Road
Sidney, Maine 04330
Electronic submissions are preferred. Responses close at 5 PM April 3,
2006.
DIRECTOR FOR SUSTAINABILITY INITIATIVES
POSITION
DESCRIPTION
Emory University is seeking exceptional candidates for the position of Director
of Sustainability Initiatives. Reporting jointly to the Offices of the
Executive Vice President for Finance and Administration and Executive Vice
President for Academic Affairs (Provost), the Director will have direct
responsibility for overseeing all University initiatives related to
sustainability.
The Director will be expected to function as a visionary leader and
organizational strategist to help Emory become a national model for
sustainability in higher education. The Director will also create the strategy
to integrate sustainability into both the operational and academic functions of
the University, network with and facilitate internal and external resources to
accomplish that goal, and evaluate the needs of the University community.
Further, this position will be responsible for developing programs and new
initiatives to enhance Emory’s stature and create detailed implementation plans
for those initiatives. The Director will need to create and implement
communication strategies to promote broad awareness of initiatives and develop
a University-wide process and organizational structure to support
sustainability inquiry, change, and assessment. Ideally, the selected candidate
will build effective partnerships and relationships with surrounding
communities and key Atlanta institutions and establish effective linkages with
units across campus that may have sustainability initiatives in process or as
part of their overall strategy. The Director will also coordinate, support, and
expand opportunities for faculty, staff, students and administrators to learn
about sustainability issues throughout the academic and operational dimensions
of University life.
The ideal candidate will hold a bachelor’s degree, with an advanced degree in
an appropriate field (e.g., MA, MS, MD, PhD, JD) preferred. Additionally,
competitive applicants should have five to ten years of progressive experience
and leadership in the area of sustainability, resource management and/or
related initiatives. Specific experience in the areas of sustainability
policies, sustainable food systems, healthy living programs, conservation,
energy, waste and/or water management is preferred. Experience within a
University setting is preferred.
With an expected start date of September 1, 2006, applicants should submit a
current resume and cover letter (outlining relevant experience) to the Office
of the Executive Vice President for Finance and Administration (ATTN: David
Hanson), Emory University, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Suite
409, Atlanta, GA 30322.
A more detailed job specification may be found at www.finadmin.emory.edu (under the
“Emory Policies” link). Screening will begin immediately and will continue
until an appointment is made. All communications will be treated
confidentially. Emory University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative
Action Employer.
Position: Naturalist/Campcraft Teacher
Organization: Medomak
Retreat Center
Contact: David Brunner
Email: family@medomakcamp.com
Description: We are looking for an individual who is interested in working in a summer camp
setting, showing adults and their children the beauty of the natural landscape.
Job would primarily be leading interpretive hikes, pointing out and teaching
the local flora and fauna on our camp. Other responsibilities would include
teaching camp craft activities (firebuilding, shelter building, orienteering,
knots, etc...)and being involved with other camp programs.
Location: Washington, ME
Duration: June 18-August 20, 2006
Start Date: June 18, 2005
Hours: daily
Compensation: $200-250/week plus room and board
Application Procedure: Contact 301-854-9100 or family@medomakcamp.com for an
application