UW Farm takes on the Burke Gilman Trail

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Beginning this week (Friday, August 29), the UW Farm will be partnering with UW Transportation Services to set up a weekly farm stand on the Burke Gilman trail on Fridays 3-5:30pm.

The stand will be located just across the trail from the Husky Grind at the Mercer Court apartments. 

Get your fill of fresh, hyper-local lettuce, kale, chard, heirloom tomatoes, cherry tomatoes, carrots, beets, zucchini, summer squash, cucumbers, turnips, radishes, beans, tomatillos, herbs (parsley, sage, rosemary, oregano, thyme, lavender), mustard, garlic and more!

The UW Farm is a campus center for the practice and study of urban agriculture and sustainability. It is an educational, community-oriented resource for people who want to learn about building productive and sustainable urban landscapes. All proceeds go towards sustainable farming education and student development. Stop by and support us!

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[volunteer] UW Farm Education Coordinator; UW Farm Volunteer Educators

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Interested in urban agriculture? Food studies? Farming? Check out the following opportunities to volunteer at the UW Farm this summer and in the upcoming year!

The UW Farm Education Coordinator

 The UW Farm is looking to fill its Education Coordinator position. This volunteer position is open to all applicants and will require a weekly time commitment, with the ideal candidate in the Seattle area over the summer and into the 2014-15 academic year. Applicants don’t need to be expert farmers, just willing to learn and share their knowledge. This position will allow you to gain confidence teaching others and try out new ideas and teaching methods in a low-stress environment.

 Responsibilities

The Coordinator will oversee volunteer “Educators” to work with children in an outdoor/farm environment with a focus on experiential education as part of the Bean Sprouts youth education program.  Additionally, the Coordinator will plan tours for UW classes and connect students to food and agriculture at UW.

 

Qualifications

Applicants should be organized and reliable and able to work with other Farm Leaders and coordinate volunteers, run a calendar of events, and work with UW Faculty. Applicants must be able to pass a criminal background check.

To apply email your resume and a cover letter to theuwfarm@gmail.com with the title of the position in the subject line.

 

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The UW Farm Volunteer Educators

The UW Farm is looking to fill several Volunteer Educator positions. The positions are open to all applicants with the ideal candidate in the Seattle area over the summer and into the 2014-15 academic year. Applicants don’t need to be expert farmers, just willing to learn and share their knowledge. This position will allow you to gain confidence teaching others and try out new ideas and teaching methods in a low-stress environment.

Responsibilities

Educators will work with the Education Coordinator to teach children in an outdoor/farm environment with a focus on experiential education as part of the Bean Sprouts youth education program. Additionally, Educators will run tours for UW classes and connect students to food and agriculture at UW.

Qualifications

Applicants should be organized and reliable and able to work with the Education Coordinator and fellow volunteers. Must be able to commit to events ahead of time and pass a criminal background check. Most importantly, Educators should be excited about growing food and teaching!

To apply email your resume and a cover letter to theuwfarm@gmail.com with the title of the position in the subject line.

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The UW Farm is the student run farm on the University of Washington campus. With three farming locations across campus, specialized Farm Committees, and weekly events, UW Farm offers exciting opportunities to the student body and local community to get involved in organic agriculture.

To get involved and apply for a leadership position, go here:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1NFx1r94g8e-RNNw39fLNylTZl1pxslICrB5KLA7QKRs/viewform

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The UW Farm is looking to fill several volunteer leadership positions for the 2013-2014 school year and beyond. There is a range of opportunities for motivated individuals who want to be more involved with the Farm. No technical experience is required, just a desire to take on a leadership role, the ability to work with your fellow farmers, and a passion for sustainable agriculture. The following positions are open to applicants:

Outreach Coordinator

The Outreach Coordinator position is part marketing, promo and event planner in an effort to promote the Farm on campus. Must work with Site Leaders and Social Media Coordinator in planning of events and creation of promotions, including but not limited to Pizza Bakes, farmer acquisition, merchandise.

Botany greenhouse / Dirty Dozen Leaders (1-2 people)

The Botany Greenhouse Coordinator manages the Farm’s site at the Botany Greenhouse on campus. Responsibilities include: coordinating biweekly work hours, FarmEd, and farm lunch. Must be able to coordinate attend events on Tuesday and/or Thursday from 8:00-12pm:

• Tuesday: Botany Greenhouse work/volunteering from 8:30-12pm.

• Thursday: Potluck breakfast/Farm get-together from 8-8:30am,w/ regular guest Professor Ruesink’s FarmEd sessions, and on-site work/volunteering from 9:30-11:30.

Mercer Court Leader (1-2 people)

Get involved in our newest space! Mercer Court is a unique feature on the UW campus that has tremendous potential to grow and challenge what we define as urban agriculture. Mercer Court Leaders will work alongside the Farm Manager, organizing volunteers and work parties, planning crops to grow and maintaining current production. Must be available on Tuesday and Thursday between 1-5pm.

Treasurer

The Treasure will work with other Student Leaders and the University of Washington to manage funds; in addition to creating and handling order invoices and setting produce prices. Must have interest in finance, budgeting, and excellent Microsoft Excel skills.

Fundraising Coordinator (1-2 people)

The Fundraising Coordinator will work with the Outreach Coordinator and other Farmers to apply for grants, plan fundraising events, and find other fundraising avenues.

Farm Sales Representative

The Farm Sales Representative will market produce grown at the UW Farm to businesses and individuals in our community. Must be interested in business / marketing, able to work alone and in partnership with business students and Treasurer. Must be orderly and able to work in conjunction with the University and learn to write orders and invoices.

Photographer/Designer (1-2 people)

This is your chance to show off your design and photo skills and build a portfolio by creating a brand for the Farm. Must be able to attend (some) Farm events to take and edit photos, be proficient in a design program (Photoshop, Illustrator, etc.), and a passion to create. Web dev is a plus.

[job]: 3 paid positions at UW Farm for summer 2013

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Hi UW Community, 

The UW Farm is proud to present 3 paid positions for this upcoming summer! We are looking for 2 farmer positions based at the Center for Urban Horticulture and 1 position based at the Botany Greenhouse. All positions will collaborate together to keep the farm blossoming throughout the summer. 
Full position descriptions and application can be found online at: https://catalyst.uw.edu/webq/survey/uwfarm/203939
We will be reviewing applications starting on Friday May 31st. We will hold interviews starting the following week until all positions are filled. 
Thank you so much and we hope to see you around the farm! 

The UW Student Farm Needs Your Help!

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Hi all,

The University of Washington Student Farm is seeking your support.  We have created a petition to ask the university to fund the creation of a farm program coordinator to support the important work that the student farmers are doing in exploring the potentials of urban agriculture and resilient food systems on our campus.    You can support this effort by adding your name to our list of supporters: https://catalyst.uw.edu/webq/survey/raelou/152427

Thanks in advance for your help!

Fondly,
Beth

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Elizabeth Wheat, Ph.D.
University of Washington
Post-Doctoral Teaching Fellow
Program on the Environment
Education Coordinator – UW Farm
206.550.4622