looking for a last minute addition or change to your autumn quarter schedule? CEP 460 has openings in one of their core courses. Talk to Joe if you are interested in having this course count as a ‘perspectives’ course for your Environmental Studies major.
– Joe (jkob@uw.edu)
*Job* Seattle Children’s Hospital is hiring for their Transportation Department
Responsible for the development, implementation and management of SCH’s transportation programs. Leads efforts that will: meet state and regional commute trip reduction mandates; reduce parking demands; and strengthen community-based partnerships, including collaborations with local and regional partners such as transit agencies and alternative transportation advocates. Develop strategic partnerships with other internal programs such as SCH’s MarComm, Wellness Initiative, Rewards & Recognition, and Payroll/time & attendance.
UW Recycling and the UW Garbology Project are hiring a student assistant to work with office and project staff to develop outreach materials and programs. This position is an ideal part-time job for an advanced undergraduate with an interest in sustainability and waste diversion. Work hours are flexible, and the position carries up to 150 hours of funded work from summer 2013 through fall quarter 2013.The Outreach and Communications Coordinator will work with UW Recycling and the UW Garbology Project (UWGP) to develop marketing and communications materials and strategies to educate and engage the UW community in waste reduction efforts. A primary focus will be disseminating information relevant to the recently funded CSF project, The Denny Project: The Future of Waste at UW, where we studied the impact select waste diversion programs implemented in Denny Hall had on overall waste composition generated in the building.
*job**internship* TWO opportunities with Mountains to Sound Greenway
Trails Project Coordinator: The Trails Project Coordinator is a full-time, permanent position with the Mountains to Sound Greenway Trust’s Land Stewardship Program. The program coordinates trail crews, contractors and extensive community involvement in these on-the-ground efforts.
The Trails Project Coordinator will assist in developing and implementing multiple trail construction projects and an expanding trail maintenance program, which is integrated with federal, state and local agencies who manage these public lands. The position will include direct field supervision of projects, tracking of field results, operation of trail equipment, preparing trail surveys, and completing trail designs. In addition to on the ground work, this position will play an integral role in the “trail experience” throughout the landscape; developing a voice for the trail system.
Events and Outreach Intern: The Events and Outreach Intern is a multi-faceted position within the Mountains to Sound Greenway Trust. This position will be responsible for supporting Greenway Trust outreach activities and events, as well as providing administrative support to the Trust in Communications and Development.
Makin’ It Happen: *job* THREE jobs at Washington Trails Association
Three great positions available at Washington Trails Association.
Trails Program Director
Washington Trails Association (WTA) is seeking a seasoned manager to lead its vibrant trail maintenance program – the largest of its kind in the country. The ideal candidate will provide strategic…
We have several double majors in Environmental Studies and CEP. Interested in finding out what is similar/different between CEP and PoE? Check out the open house. Can’t make it? Feel free to ask Joe Kobayashi (CEP class of ‘00).
Primarily performs agricultural and conservation planning and works with landowners/operators in addition to providing technical information on natural resources, conservation practices and related topics. Knowledge or experience with irrigation systems, irrigation water management and/or integrated pest management is desired but not required.
Application Deadline: November 30, 2011 at 4:00pm.
Still looking for autumn quarter courses? Check out the following new opportunities from the CEP department. CEP is an interdisciplinary program like PoE, and these courses are especially appropriate for PoE students interested in the field of Urban Planning.
URBDP 498: Planning as a Profession
CEP 460: Planning in Context
The Urban Design and Planning Department and the Community, Environment, and Planning Program are offering two courses this Fall that might be of interest to some of your students focusing on Planning. Attached are descriptions for both courses, and I would be grateful if you could help spread the word.
URBDP 498: Planning as a Profession is a new 1-credit course offered that will focus on different types of planning through weekly seminars led by guest speakers.CEP 460: Planning in Context is a core requirement for our program, but we are opening it up to all in hopes to diversify the talents students bring to the table in this project-based, experiential learning experience where students work in teams with community clients to help solve real planning issues.
Please email me if you have questions,
Caitlin Dean
Caitlin Dean – Program Manager
Community, Environment and Planning
Dept. of Urban Design and Planning
College of Built Environments
University of Washington
caitdean@uw.edu • 206.543.1508
My profiles:
WHAT ICO is a completely autonomous (all-volunteer led) organization whose mission is to connect local adults with under-served schools in order to enjoy, protect and explore the natural world.
WHO Adult volunteers commit to leading or attending five, monthly trips with established partnerships through Seattle Public Schools during the school year.
HOW Training is provided. Leaders are trained in CPR/First Aid, risk management, non-profit management, trip planning, and environmental education. 2011-12 training is scheduled for Aug 27 and 28, an overnight at the Washington Alpine Club cabin at the Snoqualmie pass.
WHY Here’s 3 reasons why should join:1. Gain valuable work experience!
This is basically FREE skills training and looks really good on a resume:
leadership development * environmental education * fund raising & grant writing *communications/event planning * volunteer recruitment * etc.
2. Help connect youth with local, environmental issues
Be the change you wish to see in the world!!!3. Networking!!
ICO has been a supportive community for me over the past 5 years. I have developed lasting friendships and contacts who have served as references for me and continued to help me create and clarify how to turn my interests into occupations.
