[course] – ENVIR 250: Data Types and Collection Methods!

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Still looking for a course this summer?  Get a jump start on your core courses by taking ENVIR 250 this summer.  This full-term summer course is being taught by Liz Mack from TTH 2:20-4:30.  SLN 14012.  The only prerequisite is ENVIR 100.  Here is how ENVIR 250 will count towards the major or minor:

  • ENVIR majors who declared Autumn 2009 or before: this class will count towards Tools & Technologies
  • ENVIR majors who declared Winter 2010 or after: this class is a required core course
  • ENVIR minors who declared Summer 2010 or before: this class will count towards Tools & Technologies (alternately, you may also substitute ENVIR 250 for ENVIR 200)
  • ENVIR minors who declared Autumn 2010 or after: you have the choice of taking ENVIR 200 OR ENVIR 250 as one of the required core courses
  • Not sure how this will count for you?  Check in with us!

The class during the summer has less students (max 25).  It will next be offered during Winter 2012 where the enrollment is projected to be 80-100 students. 

[course] – Forest Ecology of the Cascade Mountains (July 10-16)

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There are still a few spots open for a great summer course, ESRM 491, Disturbance and Forest Ecology of the Cascade Mountains.  This will be a one week field based course with trips to Mt. St. Helens,. Mt. Adams, Mt. Rainier, Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area, and the Wind River Experimental Forest.  This course is taught by Professor Jerry F. Franklin who has over 50 years experience with researching and teaching about forest ecosystems.  Please contact James Freund  jafchen@uw.edu for more information and registration add codes.

**Fulfills Natural Sciences, Bioregional and/or Fieldwork categories for Perspectives & Experiences**

Course Info: ESRM 491, 1 week field course, 5 credits, for non-majors and majors

When: July 10-16

Where: This course will be based out of the Wind River Experimental Forest

Instructors: Professor Jerry Franklin and James Freund

[student job] – Student Assistant Needed (Finance and Facilities/Strategic Management)

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STUDENT ASSISTANT – Finance and Facilities, Strategy Management: Hiring Now!

Assist busy and interesting UW central office. Duties include support for training classes, general clerical, reception, financial reconciliation, and help with myriad tasks. Skills needed: Friendly, reliable, organized and detail oriented, self-starter, problem solver, experience with UW systems a plus, general office and basic Word, Excel and Outlook required. $11/hour, 30 hrs/week during the summer with a possibility of continued part time employment after summer.

To apply please visit http://careers.washington.edu/HuskyJobs and search for job number 55554. This position will be open until Monday June 27, 2011.

[student job] – Undergraduate Research Program Assistant

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Position Available: Undergraduate Support Staff
Undergraduate Research Program

The Undergraduate Research Program (URP) in the Center for Experiential Learning and Diversity currently seeks an undergraduate student assistant to work 15-19.5 hours per week for summer through academic year 2011-12.  Compensation is $10.00/hour.  This position is Work-Study eligible.

General Duties/Description:
• Provide web, database, and other technology support for the Undergraduate Research Program including routine URP website updates.
• Additional responsibilities include assisting in daily operations including the development, production, and distribution of URP publication materials; office organization; program outreach; performing a variety of support functions for URP programs and events, including the Undergraduate Research Symposium; and occasional front desk reception support for the Center for Experiential Learning and Diversity.

Benefits:
• Excellent for students who are already involved or interested in undergraduate research.
• Valuable for students who want to gain professional working experience and/or learn about student services in higher education.
• Work with friendly staff in a supportive, team-oriented environment.

Requirements:
• Experience with PC operating systems and applications, including Microsoft Office, Adobe Photoshop, and Adobe Acrobat
• Knowledge of and experience with web-page design and maintenance, including Adobe Dreamweaver, HTML, and CSS
• Knowledge of database management, including the use of tables, queries, and forms using Microsoft Access
• Work well both as a member of a small team and independently
• Creative problem solving skills, ability to balance a variety of duties, and attention to detail
• High comfort level with computer technology and software programs, including interest in learning new web page design and other technical skills

Additional Desired Skills:
• Experience developing dynamic web content in Javascript
• Knowledge of or experience with Ruby on Rails web applications and the MVC design pattern
• Experience developing secure web forms with ASP.NET C# / SQL

How to Apply:
Please email a resume, cover letter, and contact information for two references to: Jennifer Harris, Associate Director, Undergraduate Research Program via Word or pdf attachment to urp@uw.edu.

Priority deadline for consideration is Friday, June 24th.  Friday, July 1st (deadline extended).

Questions? Contact URP at urp@uw.edu or 543-4282

Summer Quarter 2011 — PoE Office Hours

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The PoE Offices will be open during Summer Quarter 2011 during the following hours:

Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Closed on Wednesdays

[internship/volunteer] – multiple opportunities with Seattle Tilth

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Get Involved with Environmental Education and Sustainable Agriculture – Volunteer & Intern Opportunities with Seattle Tilth!

Seattle Tilth volunteers gain work experience in nonprofit organization, education, garden and farm stewardship, volunteer coordination and more. They have fun meeting contribute greatly to Seattle Tilth depends on the work of volunteers and interns to make our programs happen.

 
Internship Opportunities

Interns hold pivotal roles at Seattle Tilth contributing their time and skills while receiving valuable work experience in a successful non-profit.

 
Garden Internships

 *  Garden Steward Interns
 *  Agriculture Educator Intern for the Farm Incubator Program
 *  Farm Steward Internship at Rainier Beach Farm and Wetlands

Environmental Internships

 *  Watershed Education Intern
 *  MC/SB Program Intern

Marketing Internships

 *  Marketing Intern
 *  Rainier Valley Eats! Social Media Intern

Events Internships

 *  Harvest Fair Lead Coordinator Internship

 
Administrative Internships

 *  Children’s Garden Administrative Intern – in North Seattle
 *  Seattle Youth Garden Works Administrative Intern
 *  Volunteer Program Intern
 *  Adult Education Administrative Intern

Volunteer Opportunities

We depend on our volunteers to make Seattle Tilth’s work happen!  We have lots of opportunities all over the greater Seattle area, whether you want to be involved once a week, once a month, or every few days. 

Become a crucial part of our work and volunteer for our children’s programs, maintain a Community Learning Garden in Wallingford, Rainier Beach, Mt. Baker, or Issaquah, support one of our many community events,
or help strengthen the organization by volunteering in our office.  We also have drop-in work parties happening to support our sites, including some new programs!

Volunteer / Intern Orientations

The best way to get involved in Seattle Tilth’s volunteer and intern program is by filing out a Volunteer / Intern Application and then attending a Volunteer Orientation. Next up:

§  June 14, 6-7 p.m. in Wallingford

§  June 28, 6-7 p.m. in Southeast Seattle

See the full list of volunteer opportunities for drop-in work parties, more information on becoming a garden volunteer and more.
 

http://seattletilth.org/get-involved/volunteer

 
For more information on any of these opportunities, or if you have any questions, please get in touch!

[internship] EcoChallenge 2011

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EcoChallenge InternWe are looking for an intern (or committed volunteer) to assist with our 2011 EcoChallenge. The EcoChallenge is growing and we are looking for a volunteer or intern to assist us for 4-6 hours per week with a variety of tasks, including: outreach to potential participants, assisting with raffle prize donations from local business supporters, working with our outreach team and Development Director to promote the event to local organizations, businesses and community groups. We are looking for someone to assist from July 1 – October 15, with some flexibility for dates within that timeframe. If you know a college student who might be interested in the EcoChallange internship, please feel free to forward this announcement. While the opportunity is unpaid, we offer a supportive, fun working environment, professional development opportunities, and rewarding work. We’re also happy to write letters of recommendation to support our interns’ future efforts. Those who are interested in applying for this internship should send a resume and brief cover letter (in the body of the email is preferred) to Kerry Lyles at kerry@nwei.org.