There is a call for proposals that was recently crafted by Dan McCoy, Dean Brinkmann and Dr. Eric Jones for a Bali G20 Summit-focused hybrid conference scheduled for January 2023 in Yogyakarta, Java, Indonesia. This conference is a collaborative effort between NIU and UWM in Indonesia, the site of the meeting.
We are happy to announce that we are accepting applications for the Yale Conservation Scholars - Early Leadership Initiative! Please pass this announcement on to any students who might be interested.
The application date is Tuesday, January 10th at 11:59 pm EST.
Led by Dr. Dorceta Taylor, Program Director and Principal Investigator, the Yale Conservation Scholars – Early Leadership Initiative (YCS- ELI) is a paid summer opportunity for undergraduates interested in conservation. YCS-ELI is dedicated to creating a diverse environment that uplifts and supports students traditionally underrepresented in the conservation field and who are interested in careers in the sector. Candidates of any identity and background are welcome apply.
Any questions can be directed to YCS-ELI@yale.edu.
As you may be aware the Office of Innovation is hosting the first food systems challenge hackathon on November 5 & 6 this year. This event is not a traditional coding hackathon but more of a societal hack focused on creating solutions to one of the following challenges: Food waste, Regionalization of our food system and Human diversity in agriculture. This is a free event to all college students including grad students and comes with meals and prizes.
We are still in need of students to participate in the event, so I am asking if anyone would be interested and willing for me to talk to your classes for 10 to 15 minutes about the event.
I have included the poster that contains the QR code that will take them to the registration page.
Goodwill of Northern Illinois is hiring! Goodwill is reliant on the generosity of their donors and their amazing donations that pass through their doors everyday. But that is only the beginning. By respecting these donations they are able to create a financially sound organization. They then use our financial resources to help people improve their lives while also making a positive impact on our planet through recycling and repurposing. Goodwill is inherently a ‘green’ organization, since we literally recycle and re-purpose millions of pounds of donated goods a year – everything from lightly used clothing to computers, housewares to handbags, books to boots and toys for tots. These items become the ‘recycled’ merchandise they sell at their stores. They strive to be green throughout their organization and reuse and reduce waste through a variety of recycling streams in our quest toward zero % waste. This is especially a great opportunity for environmental studies students to work for!
In spring 2023 there will be internship opportunities in district office for Sean Casten. The program will start Mid-January and run through May.
District office interns will be provided the opportunity to assist the office in helping constituents navigate federal agencies ranging from topics like immigration, Medicare, and veterans affairs. District office interns will also be able to attend virtual webinars held by different government agencies and work with staff on various district-based projects and events. They will also be asked to assist with office work including answering phones and drafting letters. The internship will be held both virtually and in-person this Spring, depending on for which internship position an applicant applies.
The internship categories include Constituent Relations and Casework interns, who will be in-person assisting with the frontline operations, helping staff, and getting hands-on experience with casework and outreach. Research internships, which can be virtual, will conduct research for our outreach and casework teams (ex: list building, community news tracking, local issue background research, and event brainstorming). Applicants can indicate that they are open to participating in any of the three types of internships. Stipends are available for a couple interns who have financial need.
Below is the link to the application page (the District application is at the bottom):
https://casten.house.gov/services/internships
The application deadline is November 11, 2022. They will work with school schedules and allow interns to only work certain days of the week at certain times, though the applicant must be available at some point between 9 am – 5 pm. There is a preference for students with in-district ties.
These could be great positions for undergrads who are looking to get lab experience, and especially those folks that live in the west suburbs. The posting indicates that the closing date was Sept 30th, but the posting is still active and I know they are still looking to fill a number of these positions.
The Center for Tree Science Integrated Mentorship Program at The Morton Arboretum is committed to supporting students and professionals at every stage in their career. careers.hireology.com |
There is a rare opportunity to hire 4 new social science researchers in the EPA Office of Research and Development! These are permanent federal positions appropriate for recent graduates or experienced researchers. Researchers in ORD pursue research interests related to the environment, environmental health, environmental justice, climate change, risk perception and communication, and much more. There are also many opportunities to collaborate with other researchers, program office and regional office staff, as well as colleagues in other federal agencies. These new hires will have a unique opportunity to be part of building out capacity for social sciences research at EPA and charting new directions for research.
To find out more details and to apply, click here https://www.usajobs.gov/job/683171200 [usajobs.gov]
Any questions can be emailed to eisenhauer.emily@epa.gov
Our colleagues at Student Affairs organized a networking event for students to meet and interact with our College leadership. The event is Tuesday, October 25th from 5-7 p.m. There will be dinner and lots of opportunity for conversation and feedback. Note that there is limited space so rsvp’s are required as per information on the flier.
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Sustainable Action Costa Rica
January 5-13, 2023
Costa Rica has achieved renown for its environmental policy and is often in the spotlight for its efforts towards carbon neutrality and conservation. The award-winning Sustainable Action Costa Rica program goes behind the curtain to explore this phenomenon in depth with 8 days of NGO visits, adventures, and guided discussions. The program takes travelers through Alajuela, Puerto Viejo, and Bri Bri. You'll visit nature and wildlife conservation projects, an indigenous community working to preserve their heritage and agriculture, and numerous outdoor highlights including waterfalls, beaches, and more!
Applications accepted until capacity is reached
For more information visit: https://www.interexchange.org/sustainable-action-costa-rica
After 2 ½ years of primarily virtual recruitment activities, Admissions is rebuilding its Northern Ambassador program. They are looking for undergraduate students who embody the Huskie experience to serve as campus tour guides, conduct calling campaigns and serve on student panels for recruitment activities. Northern Ambassadors need to have a minimum GPA of 2.0 and be enrolled in a minimum of six credit hours.
Please share this with students in your area who you feel would represent your program and the college well. Feel free to reach out to me with any questions.
To learn more about the Northern Ambassador program, go to https://www.niu.edu/admissions/about/northern-ambassadors.shtml . Students can apply to be Northern Ambassadors by clicking the button at the bottom of the page.
