Marine Sedimentary Processes: Elwha River Dam Removal Impacts 
Research Apprenticeship

(Ocean 492, 15 credits)The review of applications will begin on January 25, 2014. Applications will be accepted past that date if space is available. For information please contact Stacy Markman, FHL Student Coordinator:fhladmin@uw.edu

Spring Quarter 2014: Monday, March 31- Friday, June 6, 2014 (10 weeks) Students arrive Sunday, March 30 after 3:00 p.m., depart Saturday, June 7 after breakfast. Classes held Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Dr. Andrea Ogston
School of Oceanography
University of Washingtonogston@ocean.washington.edu

Dr. Charles Nittrouer

School of Oceanography
University of Washingtonnittroue@ocean.washington.edu

Dr. Ian M. Miller

Washington Sea Grant
Coastal Hazards Specialistimmiller@uw.edu

This research apprenticeship focuses on the impacts of dams on the marine sedimentary system and the impacts during dam deconstruction of the release of reservoir-trapped sediment into the marine environment. Rivers deliver tons of sediment each year into the Puget Sound area, creating a variety of seabed morphologies and habitats for benthic biology. Dam removal projects are becoming an attractive means of restoration for depleted fisheries, river ecosystems, and coastlines, and we are working to understand the full range of effects these restoration efforts will have. 

https://catalyst.uw.edu/workspace/ogston/23399 

Students from University of Washington may be eligible for funding from the Mary Gates Endowment for Students ($3000 for a 15-credit research apprenticeship). Minimum eligibility guidelines are at least a junior standing as a matriculated undergraduate student at University of Washington, a 3.0 GPA and sufficient course background in introductory science courses; exceptions can be made for students with excellent recommendations and other specific information.

Research Apprenticeship Course Registration: All students accepted for a research apprentcieship at FHL will be registered by FHL staff through University of Washington Professional and Continuing Education (UWPCE); UW students may not register themsleves for FHL research apprenticeships.Link here for additional registration information. 

Apply at https://depts.washington.edu/fhl/studentApplicationInfo.html