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PoE offering multiple new summer courses in 2013!

Registration open NOW

Checkout opportunities to explore the impacts of global change on the Olympic Peninsula, discover Pacific Northwest writers while traveling through the North Cascades, learn about the state of ‘green’ business and much more!

ENVIR 459: CULTURAL ECOLOGY AND POLITICS

This course will focus on the intersection of culture, ecology, and politics in the Seattle metropolitan area. We will explore the four cornerstones of Seattle’s economy – coffee, aerospace, the outdoor industry, and technologies. 

ENVIR 495A: NATURE WRITING IN THE PACIFIC NORTHWEST

Using literary texts as primary guides, this experiential learning course will explore a variety of relationships between humans and the natural world in the Pacific Northwest over the last 200 years. Fieldtrips to the North Cascades and the Olympic Peninsula.

ENVIR 495B: BUSINESS AND THE NATURAL ENVIRONMENT

Examine whether, how, and why companies should go “green” from Business Professor Tim Hargrave. Profits and the environment: tradeoff or win-win?

ENVIR 495C: ENVIRONMENTAL INTERPRETATION

Hands-on training in environmental interpretation for students interested in natural history, tourism and recreation. Includes a trip to Mt. Saint Helens NVM Coldwater Ridge Visitor Center. Option to earn NAI “Certified Interpretive Guide”through this course for an additional fee.

ENVIR 495D: GLOBAL CHANGE

Take a philosophical and scientific look at how the environment has changed in the distant and recent past, and what recent human imposed changes to the landscape mean for our future. The course format is an 8-day wilderness backpacking trip in the Olympic National Park.

ENVIR 500: SCIENCE WRITING FOR IMPACT

This class is designed to teach environmental scientists how to write about their field of study using broadly appealing prose. Class will include several guest appearances by leading national scientists who prioritize writing and communicating. **Open to undergraduate seniors and graduate students only.

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The United Way of King County is offering a full time summer position for students with an interest in food security issues. 

99,000 low-income children and teenagers in King County count on free or discounted meals during the school year, but less than 10% access free meals during the summer. By working with the One Million Meals Campaign, you can work to end childhood hunger and develop professional skills by working on outreach, planning and implementation for free summer meals programs for low-income kids!

The position is from June 18th to August 26th, including training. This is a full time position, but hours will be flexible depending on site. If you are unable to work 40 hours per week, but are still interested in the campaign, contact the part-time One Million Meals Campaign Intern position at basicneeds@uwkc.org

To apply: Please submit a resume and cover letter to basicneeds@uwkc.org. Cover letter should include previous experience, any speacial skills to share with children (dance, football, etc.), and leadership experience. Also indicate preference (Federal Way, Des Moines, South Seattle, Seatac, Renton, North Seattle, Central Seattle). Living allowance of $1069/month, as well as Segal Americorps Education award ($1,174.60 upon completion of service term) OR post-service cash stipend ($125/month). Bus pass and training provided.

Priority deadlines is May 3rd. Apply and find more information at http://volunteerinternjob.wordpress.com/2013/04/24/one-million-meals-campaign/

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Summer Perspectives and Experiences classes are now ready for your viewing pleasure!  Please feel free to check it out here!  As always, with any advising questions, please email poeadv@uw.edu as this is not an exhaustive list.  

Great summer quarter special topics options at PoE

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Just a quick reminder that summer registration should now be open for all UW students. You can find a full list of courses for the different ‘perspectives and experiences’ requirements here.

Please note we have some great ‘special topics’ this summer at PoE including:

– Environmental Writing with Frederica Helmiere

– Environmental Interpretation with Celese Spencer and (PoE alumna) Suzy Karl (option to earn the NAI ‘Certified Interpretive Guide’ with additional fee)

– Global Change field course with Tim Billo

– Business and the Natural Environment with Tim Hargrave (UW Bothell)

As always, let Joe or Julie know if you have any questions!

[course]: BIOL 240: The Urban Farm (SUM/2013)

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Biology 240: The Urban Farm
Instructor: Beth Wheat
3 Credits; Summer A-Term; [time schedule]

In this course students will learn the essential skills for maintaining soil health and turning urban spaces into productive landscapes.  We will cover: crop rotation, soils, urban farm planning, composting and cover cropping.   There will be a hands on component at the UW farm as well as field trips to some local farms (both inside and out of the city limits).   This is a great opportunity to develop a great skill (growing food) and thinking about how we can improve our food system from the bottom up!

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Nature Vision is a non-profit environmental education organization founded in 2003 based in Woodinville, WA. Our mission is to foster citizen appreciation and stewardship of our environment through integration of school, community, and nature education. Nature Vision (NV) serves over 44,000 students annually, more than many nature centers in our area. In 2010, the NV team received the Michael Mercer Water Conservation Educator Award with partners for our work on the Sammamish Watershed Festival. NV was also honored with the 2007-2008 Environmental Education Association of Washington’s (EEAW) Award for Organizational Excellence. 

Internship description 

  • Aiding naturalists with presenting environmental education programs to: summer camps, schools, libraries, and other groups from the Nature Vision menu of programs. Training is provided. Most of programs will be in Redmond area. 
  • Prep and clean-up of materials for camps and presentations 
  • Office projects as needed by staff 

Start Date: 6/17/13, negotiable depending on school needs 

End Date: 8/30/13 or earlier depending on school needs 

Hours: 15-30 a week, unpaid 

Minimum Qualifications: Working on bachelor’s degree or experience in Education, Interpretation, Environmental Science or a related field; combination of education and experience which demonstrates the ability to work in the field and in classrooms with groups of students. Must be a US Citizen and able to read, speak, and write the English language clearly. 

Special Requirements: Must possess a valid Washington State Drivers’ License and own vehicle to drive to field sites. May need to occasionally lift objects up to 50 lbs. 

To apply: Please email cover letter and resume to Ginny Ballard gsanchez@naturevision.org 

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There are still spots available for the Friday Harbor Lands marine biology spring and summer programs! Apply now before spots run out. 

Spring Quarter 

  • Marine Zoology and Botany Quarter (15-16 credits)
  • Ocean Acidification Research Apprenticeship (15 credits)
  • Elwha Dam Removal Impacts Research Apprenticeship (15 credits)
  • Beam Reach Program (18 credits)
  • Priority deadline Jan 25, applications still being accepted

Summer Quarter (Ideal for advanced undergraduates. Run for 5 weeks.)

  • Marine Invertebrates (A-Term)
  • Marine Mammals and Seabirds (B-Term)
  • Internships (funded research)
  • September Scientific Diving Class (non-credit, 8 day program)
  • Priority deadline Feb 1, applications accepted until classes fill

To learn more about the programs and to find applications, check out the FHL webstie

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Take advantage of the amazing, cross-cultural research opportunity…apply now!

Applications are due by February 11, 2013

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My experience as an Orientation Leader was awesome. Besides being afun summer job where I met a ton of cool people, I had the ability to make an impact on fellow Huskies in such a unique way. Hearing others’ stories, sharing my own, and acclimating students to the resources the University of Washington has to offer helped me gain public speaking, communication, and leadership skills I will be able to use for years to come. Should you apply, get ready: it will be the best summer of your life.

– Josh Lee, Junior

UW Orientation Leaders wanted!! 

Love UW? Love working in a team? Want to have a fun summer job? Apply to be an Orientation Leaders!

For more information, go to:  http://fyp.washington.edu/orientationleader or attend an info session: 

·        Wednesday 1/23- 3:00pm in MGH 258

·        Wednesday 1/30- 3:00pm in Alder Hall 106

·        Friday 2/1- 12:30pm in  HUB 307

Applications are due on February 4th!   Questions?  uwao@uw.edu or 206-543-4905