Saving Asia’s Threatened Trees at The Morton Arboretum

Interested in biodiversity, tree conservation or international environmental partnerships? The Global Tree Conservation Program team will present “Saving Asia’s Threatened Trees: Global Partnerships in Action” during the Destination Asia Festival at The Morton Arboretum on Aug. 1 and 2.

The presentation is open to the public and designed for a general audience. Students can also enjoy the festival and explore the Arboretum during their visit.

Students who register for the presentation and email their name to Kate Good at kgood@mortonarb.org can receive free admission to The Morton Arboretum for the day.

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ANTH 449 - Primates and Food

 

EAE 430 - Population, Society, and Environment

 

EPA Recent Graduates Job Posting - Closes July 1

 Life Scientist/Environmental Engineer/Physical Scientist

Agency: Environmental Protection Agency
Location(s): 1 vacancy - Chicago, Illinois
Salary: $56,409.00 to $89,703.00 / PA
Series and Grade: GS-0401/0819/1301-7/9
Open Period: Thursday, June 25, 2026 to Wednesday, July 1, 2026
Position Information: Recent graduates - Full-time
Who May Apply: Recent graduates, Students
Announcement Number: EPA-ORG-R5-26-12987924

Job posting: Environmental Social Scientist, Field Museum

I’m pleased to share that the Field Museum's Keller Science Action Center is recruiting for an Environmental Social Scientist to join its Chicago Program.

We are seeking candidates who combine rigorous social science practice with a genuine commitment to conservation and community well-being. This role will lead community-engaged research and partnership development across the Chicago Wilderness region, including Chicago, Kankakee County, and Northwest Indiana. The position is offered on a three-year term with potential for renewal. 

For full position details and to submit an application, visit https://www.fieldmuseum.org/landing/careers and select “Environmental Social Scientist - Keller Science Action Center”. Candidates should submit a CV/resume, cover letter and contact information for three professional references. Review of applications will begin June 8, 2025 with applications accepted until the position is filled.