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Autumn in Friday Harbor

Friday Harbor is a UW satellite campus nestled in the San Juan islands that offers an ideal, idyllic break from the city.  It’s a place where students can take a full-quarter’s worth of classes (12-17 credits) amidst beautiful woods and water.   

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Hot off the press -- PoE Students Active on Campus!

Check out this article about the recent urge by University of Washington students (including many PoE members) to the Board of Regents to divest from the university’s investment portfolio of all stocks that are involved with the fossil fuel economy.  

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Science Policy Career Options

Are you interested in using your science background in a field beyond academia? Have you considered options at the intersection of science and society?
 
Join Deb Glickson (School of Oceanography, 2007) in an informal discussion of science policy career options. 

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[job]: Cascadia Consulting Project Assistant

Project Assistant
Cascadia Consulting Group, Inc.
www.cascadiaconsulting.com
Founded in 1993, Cascadia Consulting Group provides sustainability and environmental consulting services to governments, utilities, businesses, and non-profit organizations. Our mission is to make a real, positive difference – for our clients and the environment – by delivering quality, objectivity, and results. 

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INTERNSHIP IN MARINE DEBRIS AND COASTAL CONSERVATION
 
Want to gain valuable research experience? Contemplating working for a non-profit after graduation? Interested in marine conservation? 
The Coastal Observation and Seabird Survey Team (COASST) is seeking 2 undergraduate students to assist with a special marine debris project for 2-3 college credits. 

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Wilderness First Aid & CPR Certification

What: Wilderness First Aid & CPR Certification (offered by Environmental Health and Safety)
When: Tuesday June 19th and Wednesday June 20th (16 hours total)
Details: This training is presented by E.M.T.A, an association of emergency medical care providers. 

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“Buoy meets grill: Join us for happy hour and a chat on sustainable seafood and ocean conservation. 
Need an extra lure? Your first drink is on us!
Come get schooled with author and Oceana CEO Andrew Sharpless and sustainable sushi chef Hajime Sato for happy hour. 

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Looking for a class for Autumn Quarter?  Check this class out!  Looks like it will have a lot of great course content!  

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Graduation: think about UWAA membership

The UWAA is a community of 54,000 alumni and friends who love the UW.  If you love the UW, you will love UW Alumni Association membership!
 
Here’s what you can do with your membership:

Use the Husky Career Network, where career-minded Huskies are waiting to share advice and guidance. 

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What’s your role in keeping the Puget Sound healthy for future generations?
For 14 years, Puget Sound Stewards have been leading their communities in keeping shorelines healthy and protecting our sound. 

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