Opening January 28, the Burke Museum presents Hungry Planet: What the World Eats, an exhibit that is a place to gather and discuss the myriad of 21st century food issues.  The Burke invites you to the exhibit to explore topics ranging from sustainable farming to cultural survival. 

Be an exchange student at another US university!

NSE gives students the opportunity to experience a different area with its unique cultural and academic opportunities. Since NSE’s beginning in 1968, more than 96,000 students have had the opportunity to participate in NSE, giving them the opportunity to:
·     broaden their personal and educational perspectives·     experience new cultures·     explore new areas of study·     learn from different professors·     access new courses·     experience personal growth·     meet new people·     make new friends·     live in a different area·     investigate graduate schools·     seek future employment
Many returning UW students describe NSE as a life-changing experience which has made them more independent, self-confident and resourceful; expanded their risk-taking capabilities; and helped them better define their academic and career objectives. 

ENROLL IN GEN ST 391: Research Exposed! Approaches to Inquiry

SLN 14008 Section D, 1 credit
Wednesdays 12:30-1:20 in OUGL 220  

          
Looking for a one-credit course that sheds light upon cutting-edge research at the UW? 

The University of Washington Academic Support Program is offering a service-learning seminar titled “EDUC 401: Tutoring and Mentorship in Higher Education” forWinter Quarter 2012.

This weekly seminar will introduce junior and senior students to a diverse range of tutoring, mentoring, and teaching methodologies. 

The League of Conservation Voters is seeking an intern!
                                        
The State Capacity Building Intern works with the State Capacity Building Division (SCB) of the League of Conservation Voters (LCV) to implement the capacity building programs for states with specific emphasis on: assisting the Director of Collaborative Fundraising, data entry for Salesforce online database, maintaining and adding content to the SCB website, and assisting with administrative functions of the Seattle office. 

People For Puget Sound: Environmental Media Internship
Community Outreach InternPeople For Puget Sound is recruiting a passionate, high-energy community outreach intern to support the Education & Outreach Manager.
DATES: January – June 2012HOURS: 12-16 hours per weekLOCATION: Downtown Seattle
TASKS:

Develop a targeted online presence
Create and update content for the PFPS website consistently
Write blog articles about current policy issues
Assist in organizing community outreach events/education projects

QUALIFICATIONS:

Excellent verbal and written skills
Familiarity with web content management software (plone, html etc.)
Experience with image editing software
Proven ability to work independently
Excellent attention to detail

To apply for this internship, send a cover letter and resume to Catherine Crockett @ volunteer@pugetsound.org by January 10, 2012! 

People For Puget Sound Internship
DATES: January 2012 – March/April 2012HOURS: 8 hours per week (unpaid)LOCATION: Downtown Seattle
              
People For Puget Sound is seeking a passionate intern to coordinate the Storming the Sound Environmental Conference! 

Are you graduating in Winter 2012, Spring 2012, Summer 2012 or Autumn 2012?  Have you filled out a graduation application yet?  If not, please make an advising appointment with a PoE adviser by taking a look at the online advising calendars and picking a date and time that is open – then e-mail your preference to poeadv@uw.edu. 

Did you know that…
… the PoE commons (012 Wallace Hall) is available for student use for quiet study and group projects?  There are even alcoves for you to use that have whiteboards!  

Environment Content Coordinator with MAQ Consulting
Do you have a passion in protecting the environment? Are you detail oriented, reliable, and self-motivated? Consider this great opportunity to join our small, passionate, and unique group in our mission of ensuring that our company’s products are fully complying with the burgeoning number of national and international requirements facing the industry.