CALL FOR GRAD STUDENT APPLICANTS: Partnerships Along the Headwaters of the Americas for Young Scientists Program (PATHWAYS Program)

 CALL FOR GRAD STUDENT APPLICANTS: Partnerships Along the Headwaters of the Americas for Young Scientists Program (PATHWAYS Program)

 

The PATHWAYS Program invites full-time Ph.D. and M.S. students across the social and natural sciences, and engineering, interested in interdisciplinary water research, for a research experience (NSF IRES #2505480) across the Andes and Central American cordilleras. PATHWAYS fellows must be U.S. citizens, nationals, or permanent residents.

 

Program details:

• PATHWAYS hosts and funds (living expenses and travel) an interdisciplinary summer school in Cuenca, Ecuador (May 17-30) for 10 fellows.
• PATHWAYS funds (living expenses, research funds, and travel) individual research experiences in Latin America for fellows beginning in June 2026.
• PATHWAYS provides fellows with in-country mentorship from professors across Latin America.

 

Program Schedule:

• Pre-application deadline: October 2, 2025
• Competitive students will be asked to provide a full application by November 14, 2025, and they will be notified of the results of the selection process by the end of November 2025.
• Fellows will meet regularly via video-conference beginning in January 2026 through May 2026.
• The interdisciplinary summer school will be held in Cuenca, Ecuador on May 17-30.
• Fellows will conduct their individual research projects beginning in June 2026. Research projects typically last up to three months.
• Pathways fellowship alums stay connected to the program through conferences and Transect of the Americas meetings (https://transect-of-the-americas.wsu.edu).

 

Interested students apply here: https://transect-of-the-americas.wsu.edu/pathways-program​

 

Feel free to contact me at bpwarner@unm.edu if you have any questions.

Thx!

Ben

Small Mammal Trapping in October - Volunteers Needed

 

Join Fall 2025 Pathways to Graduate Survey and Data Science Training

 

Who is Eligible? 👩‍🏫Upper-level undergraduate students and recent graduates (post-baccalaureate) with an interest in social science research. We welcome students from all academic backgrounds who are curious about data, research methods, and exploring graduate study in survey and data science. Why Join the Pathways Program?   👩‍🏫 Free & Virtual The Pathways Program is completely free to attend (with a refundable $50 deposit) and held virtually—so you can join from anywhere.   🧑‍🏫 Tailored Learning Our Fall Program (October 4–26, 2025; Saturdays and Sundays, 12:00–1:00 PM EST) offers 8 hours of live instruction in a flexible, engaging format. You'll participate in hands-on activities, receive mentorship, and join group discussions that deepen your understanding and build your skills.   🌟 Expert Guidance Learn directly from faculty in the Michigan Program in Survey and Data Science (MPSDS)—leaders in the field who are dedicated to mentoring the next generation of data-driven social science researchers.   🤝 Networking Opportunities Connect with fellow participants, current MPSDS students and alumni, and professionals in academia. The relationships you build could help shape your academic and career journey.   🛠️ Hands-On Experience This program is practical, not just theoretical. You'll engage with real research, data, and methodologies used in today’s leading survey and social science projects.   🚀 Career Advancement Whether you're planning to pursue graduate school or dive into the workforce, the Pathways Program equips you with valuable tools and insights to launch or grow your career in survey and data science.   If you have any questions about the Pathways Program or need help with the application process, feel free to reach out! You can contact us at MPSDS.Pathways@umich.edu—we’re happy to help.

LEED Training - Fall Webinars

 LEED Green Associate (GA) Training - Webinar and Online self-paced options:

I will be offering live webinars that can be streamed on any of the following dates:

1. September 6 2025 – 1:00PM – 5:30PM EDT
2. October 4 2025 – 1:00PM – 5:30PM EDT
3. November 15 2025 – 1:00PM – 5:30PM EST
4. December 20 2025 – 1:00PM – 5:30PM EST   - OR -
5. On-demand recordings completed at your own pace

The above options (1-5) are all identical.

Register for a live online seminar or start today with our on-demand recorded workshop completed anytime at your own pace here - https://leadinggreen.com/online

Both options offer comprehensive training, practice exams, valuable tips, and required textbooks - all led by a USGBC Faculty member. It's the most efficient and affordable way to master the material without breaking the bank!

Cost: $200 with the coupon code ‘green’ for $100 off! (Non-students $300)

Please contact the instructor Lorne directly with any questions at info@leadinggreen.com

Fall exhibits and programs at the Pick Museum

 Exhibit Info: “How We Rebuild” (Sep. 2 – Dec 19, 2025)

After conflicts have ended, what does it take to recover the heartbeat of humanity? How We Rebuild, a penetrating and transformative photography exhibition, draws from twelve years of work created by grant winners and finalists from The Aftermath Project, a non-profit organization committed to telling the other half of war stories, after the conflicts have ended—what it takes for individuals to rebuild destroyed lives and homes, to restore civil societies, and to address the lingering wounds of war while struggling to create new avenues for peace. This exhibition is a program of ExhibitsUSA, a national division of Mid-America Arts Alliance and The National Endowment for the Arts.

 

Summary of upcoming events at the Pick Museum:

All events in Pick Museum of Anthropology gallery (Cole 114) unless otherwise noted. Additional events may be added.

 

Tue, Sep 2 (4-6 pm)    

Opening Reception for “How We Rebuild”. Includes brief opening remarks at 4:30 p.m.

 

Thu, Sep 25 (5-6 pm) 

How Music Rebuilds. In celebration of the International Day of Peace, this event showcases how music has contributed to community resilience in the aftermath of conflicts. Each musician will introduce and perform a song connected to a community that has experienced conflict. Refreshments provided.

 

Fri, Oct 10 (12-1 pm) 

Gallery talk: Haley LeRand (executive director) on the work of  Global Gardens Chicago. Event in conjunction with the Burma Studies Conference. Light lunch will be provided.

 

Tue, Oct 14 (5-6pm), Cole 100 

Lecture (Title TBC): Prof. Eleana Kim (Professor of Anthropology, UC-Irvine) on ecologies of the Korean DMZ. Reception to follow.

 

Tue, Oct 21 (11am-12pm)

Pros at the Pick: Laura Furman (curator of collections & education, Midway Village Museum). This is an informal conversation and networking opportunity for anyone interested in learning more about what it’s like to work in a museum. Coffee and bagels from Einsteins.

 

Thu, Nov 6 (5-6pm), Cole 100

Lecture and Conversation (Title TBC): Giselle Futrell (executive director) and Moki Tantoco (director of programs and exhibitions) will speak about their work at the National Veterans Art Museum. Reception to follow. 

 

Thu, Dec 4 (5-7pm) 

Trivia Night at the Museum. Join us for an end of year celebration, featuring trivia related to the current exhibit and fall programs. Prizes and refreshments provided.

 

Every Friday (except Thanksgiving), Sep 5 through Dec 19 (10am-12pm)

Crafting Community. Try the week’s featured activity, bring your own project, or use the supplies provided to do your own thing. Drop in and leave as you need.