[course] Education For Sustainability

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EDUC 401K

SLN: 13689

Facilitators: Emy Gelb (emygelb@uw.edu) and Ashley Young (ashyoung@uw.edu)

  • Date/Time: Mondays 2-3:20pm

How do educators teach young people about the earth’s ecosystems and foster an ethic of environmental stewardship?What skills and ways of thinking are necessary to confront future change?

The seminar examines effective ways for educators to teach the meaning and importance of sustainability to the K-12 audience in formal and informal education settings. We will explore various philosophies, models and approaches to K-12 environmental education. In addition, students will volunteer in school classrooms and environmental community organizations in the Seattle area for at least 2.5 hours (2 credits) a week. 

Research and Funding Opportunities!

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For Undergraduates:

Paid Summer 2015 Undergraduate Research Placements:

Over 800 programs – REU, NASA and other paid summer research opportunities for undergrads

http://www.pathwaystoscience.org/undergrads.aspx

For Financial Support in Graduate School:

Fellowships and graduate programs in a wide variety of STEM disciplines:

http://www.pathwaystoscience.org/grad.aspx

   

For NASA-supported internships, fellowships and scholarships:  

http://intern.nasa.gov

For tips on applying and associated resources:

http://www.pathwaystoscience.org/toolbox.aspx

For opportunities specifically in the Ocean Sciences:

http://www.pathwaystoscience.org/oceanscience.aspx

For opportunities specifically in Engineering:

http://www.pathwaystoscience.org/engineering.aspx

[internship] National Park Service

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Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park – Seattle is currently looking for a minimum of two interns for the winter semester/quarter to assist on an ongoing project. The goal of the project is to connect urban youth with National Parks as well as cultural and historical sites in Washington. This is a great opportunity for community engagement, conservation and education. 

In My Backyard is a National Park Service program aimed at connecting youth with community, cultural and natural resources through: jobs, internships, volunteerism, stewardship, recreation, education, exploration, adventure and play.

Internship Details Here!

UW’s Climate Minor

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Come hear about UW’s Climate Minor! There will be pizza!

Monday November 24, 2014 at 12:30-1:30 in OCN 425

LuAnne Thompson, Professor of Oceanography and Director of the Program on Climate Change, currently teaches the capstone course for the minor.  She will talk about the minor and what it has to offer you.  We’ll also be available to help you plan for the minor now, in your first 1-2 years at UW.

And if you are interested, but cannot join us, please respond to the RSVP so we can add you to an email list and send you climate minor related information.

 RSVP LINK:  https://catalyst.uw.edu/webq/survey/esampaga/253239

 Learn more here:  http://www.uwpcc.washington.edu/ClimateMinor

Program Manager position with the Office of Sustainability

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Program Manager position with the Office of Sustainability at Bellevue College.

The position works with students, staff, and faculty on a growing campus.

The sustainability program implements the latest in technology and behavioral approaches to reducing greenhouse gasses and improving behaviors. Learn more at http://www.bellevuecollege.edu/sustainability

 The successful candidate will work closely with the Sustainability Director on analyzing data, designing new projects, and engaging the college community.

 The deadline to apply is December 3rd.

Commute Options Team Openings!

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The Commute Options team in UW Transportation Services has several outstanding openings!
Commute Options is responsible for transportation demand management for the University of Washington. Commute Options promotes sustainable transportation options such as walking, bicycling, transit, and ridesharing to campus, through products such as U-PASS and promotional events and programs.
Commute Concierge: Commute Concierge staff develop personalized commute plans and provide personal assistance to help people find new commute options that work for them. 
Walking Promotions: The Walking Promotions Intern develops campaigns to encourage more people to get around by walking more often.
Candidates should submit a resume and cover letter to Celeste Gilman, Commute Options Manager, by Tuesday, December 2, at cgilman@uw.edu.

Seattle YEP Mixer- TONIGHT!

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Seattle YEP Mixer – Thursday, November 20
 
5:30 – 8:00 pm 
Kells Irish Restaurant and Pub
1916 Post Alley, Pike Street Market
Seattle, WA 98101

Join us for a casual evening of drinks and hors d’oeuvres while networking with young and emerging professionals interested in pursuing or furthering careers related to an environmental field. Bring your friends and colleagues with you for a great opportunity to meet like-minded professionals from the Seattle area.

Young Environmental Professionals (YEP) is a networking group presented by Northwest Environmental Business Council (NEBC).

Fee $10.00 Registration includes one drink and appetizers. 

Please note that this event will be held at a pub – ID will be required.

Register Here

[class]: Career Center career exploration courses for WIN/2015

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Beginning Winter 2015, the Career Center is excited to offer two classes (General Studies 297H & 391G) each winter and spring, designed to meet the needs of undergraduate students seeking information and inspiration about career options and strategy.  We encourage you to review these class overviews, quotes from students who have taken our classes in previous quarters, and most importantly (if you are a student), consider taking one of our classes during your time at UW. 

 

General Studies 297H

  • ·         Title: Career Planning
  • ·         Winter 2015 SLN: 14706
  • ·         Mondays/Wednesdays, 2:30-3:20, MGH 241
  • ·         Instructor: Tina Wang (Career Counselor, Lead)
  • ·         Credits: 2
  • ·         Size of class: up to 50 students

This course assists freshmen and sophomore students (first and second year students) with self-exploration and exploration of career and academic options. General Studies 297H (“Career Planning”), is a 2-credit course (CR/NC) where students attend two 50-minute classes each week. This course is designed for first and second-year students who have earned roughly 0-89 credits. No pre-requisites are required.

Learning objectives:

1.      Build self-awareness and appreciation for your strengths, skills, values, and interests and learn how to use this self-knowledge to make decisions when exploring and pursuing academic and career options.

2.      Develop and apply learned skills to effectively research career options and learn how to be successful in the job market and hone your professional networking skills (including online, social media, and traditional networking).

3.      Learn how to create effective resumes, cover letters and build interviewing skills and confidence.

For additional details please contact Patrick Chidsey in the Career Center with questions or request for an add code (chidsey@uw.edu ; 206.616.5803 )

General Studies 391G

  • ·         Title: Career Strategy and Job Search   
  • ·         Winter 2015 SLN: 14728
  • ·         Tuesday/Thursday, 2:30-3:20, LOW 105
  • ·         Instructor: Patrick Chidsey (Career Counselor, Lead)
  • ·         Credits: 2
  • ·         Size of class: up to 50 students

This course assists juniors/transfer students/seniors (3rd & 4thyear students) with self-exploration, investigation of career options and development of career and job search strategy.  General Studies 391G (“Career Strategy and Job Search”), is a graded, 2-credit course where students attend two 50-minute classes each week. This course is designed for juniors, transfer students and seniors (3rd & 4th year students) who have earned roughly 90 credits or more. No pre-requisites are required.

Learning objectives:

1.      Grow self-awareness and appreciation for your strengths, skills, values, and interests and learn how to use this important self-knowledge when taking action in job searching and building a career strategy.

2.      Build ability to effectively research career options and learn how to be successful in the competitive job market.

3.      Learn how to create effective resumes, cover letters, strong LinkedIn profiles (and online and in-person networking skills), grow interviewing skills and confidence.

For additional details please contact Patrick Chidsey in the Career Center with questions or request for an add code (chidsey@uw.edu ; 206.616.5803 )

 

Green Seed Fund Grants

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Green Seed Fund Grants

Through Green Seed Fund grants, the UW seeks to engage faculty, students, and staff in opportunities that advance sustainable research while contributing to campus sustainability goals. Successful proposals will use the campus as a living, learning laboratory and help the UW find solutions to the most pressing environmental issues. The UW’s sustainability goals include but are not limited to:

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