ENVS Spring Speakers

There’s going to be some great speakers giving talks on zoom this spring, be sure to check them out!

Sean Hoban hiring a two year Research Assistant in bioinformatics/ genomics/ simulations at Morton Arboretum

Sean Hoban is hiring a two year research assistant in bioinformatics, genomics and conservation. Experience with high throughput sequencing data (RADseq etc) and/or population genetic simulations is needed.  Please find attached a more complete description and please share with any interested students or colleagues.  The Morton Arboretum is a world renowned botanic garden and plant science research institute with a research department of 30+ scientists, a highly collegial and supportive atmosphere, a strong emphasis on work life balance, a research building embedded in 1800 acres of forest and gardens, close proximity to Chicago, support for professional development, and a mission driven focus.  This position is supported by IMLS. 

A Naturalist's Virtual Seminar

Attached there is a flyer for the Unit 8 Master Naturalist Program’s “A Naturalist’s Virtual Seminar, 2021”.

The seminar will meet virtually each day the week of February 22^nd for a total of 9 sessions focused on Illinois wildlife and stewardship practices.

The seminar is free and open to the public, but donations are appreciated.

For more information, please see the attached flyer which includes the full agenda, dates, and meeting times.

Registration is now open, and space is limited. 

Colorado Undergraduate Field Studies Course | Rocky Mountain Field Institute

 

WHAT: Rocky Mountain Field Institute (RMFI) is recruiting undergraduate students for its annual college-accredited field studies course, Earth Corps. Earth Corps is an 18-day field studies course that provides motivated, environmentally conscious undergraduate students the opportunity to live and learn in the incredible natural classroom of the Colorado mountains. Students who complete the program will earn 4 college credits in Geography transferable to their respective college/university and will also receive a Natural Resource Technician Certificate. 

 

WHERE: In 2021, Earth Corps students will live at the Crags Campground near Colorado Springs, Colorado for 18 days and will help construct the new Devils Playground Trail to the top of Pikes Peak - America's Mountain! In addition to gaining experience in trail construction, students will develop key outdoor skills throughout the program and through excursions to the summit of Pikes Peak and other outdoor pursuits. Academic and industry experts will also provide lectures on public lands management, geography, cultural history of the Pikes Peak Region, botany, and other related topics. Students will learn and practice outdoor leadership, Leave No Trace ethics, backcountry navigation, and risk management skills.

 

WHEN: July 26 - August 12, 2021

 

PROGRAM COST: $1,500 (This will cover program costs including tuition, staff, and all project equipment, food, supplies, and course materials). Needs-based scholarships are available for those who qualify. Upon completion of the course, students receive 4 credits in Geography from the University of Colorado, Colorado Springs transferrable to the student's respective college or university. 

 

HOW TO APPLY: Early bird deadline is March 1, 2021 after which the application fee will increase to $25. Please visit https://www.rmfi.org/earth-corps to learn more and apply today. Final application deadline is April 26, 2021. 

 

RCC Paid Fellowship Program 2021-2022 Application Now Open

With Spring semesters beginning and a new administration in place, the Rachel Carson Council is looking forward to continuing our work on campus as well as on Capitol Hill. As such, we are excited to announce that the application window for the 2021 - 2022 Rachel Carson Council Fellowship Program is now open!

 

The RCC Fellowship Program is designed to identify outstanding students with a passion for environmental education, organizing and advocacy and provide them with financial support to carry out valuable projects or campaigns on behalf of the RCC. As a part of the program, students propose projects focused on sustainability and environmental justice that they wish to carry out on their campus or in their community. If accepted into the program, students will be supported over the course of the school year with mentorship from RCC staff and be given the opportunity to publish writings about their work.

 

Projects can and have involved organizing campaigns on divestment and reinvestment, lobbying on coastal and ocean protection; the arts and communications such as a series of podcasts on factory farms, curriculum development, community engagement, climate and environmental organizing and network building with Black, and LGBT+ communities; and campus sustainability construction and education for solar installations, campus and community organic gardens, food pantries, and food insecurity.

 

RCC Fellows become leaders and active participants in the RCC’s National Campus program with over 5,000 active faculty, students, staff and administrators at 57 campuses. As part of the RCC team, Fellows also help build RCC’s network of active students and faculty and publish and speak on behalf of a respected national organization.

 

RCC Fellows receive a $2,000 stipend for their work during the academic year and attend a 2–3-day summer training program with their cohort hosted by RCC staff to sharpen their writing, advocacy and organizing skills. RCC Fellows will also develop critical contacts and experience, joining an RCC alumni network as they look forward to careers as engaged environmental leaders.

 

Students interested in applying can do so here. 

 

Application deadline is April 30th.

 

If you have any questions about the program or application process, contact me directly: Mackay@rachelcarsoncouncil.org            

  

Make a difference: Join Women in Economics

Below is a very interesting event that the Fed is holding on Women in Economics on the evenings of Wednesday Feb 17 and Thursday Feb 18. Attached below is draft of a schedule for the breakout rooms the conference is having as well. Dr. Anna Klis will be speaking in a panel at 7:20 pm on Wednesday on “Making a difference through environmental economics.” She thought that this event and perhaps some of the attached sessions may be of interest to our students in Econ, Business, or even Environmental Studies. Please share this with anyone you think may be interested, as the event is free. 

 

Tammy Batson and Dr. Klis have spoken about organizing an NIU-specific “watch party” and discussion group for some of the sessions. Let them know if you are interested in participating.

St. Louis Fed Women in Economics Symposium 

 

 

Wednesday, February 17, 2021 

6:00pm – 6:05pm CT            Welcome: Andrea Caceres-Santamaria

6:05pm – 6:40pm CT            Keynote: Abigail Wozniak (Can You Make a Difference in the World as an Economist?)

6:40pm – 7:20pm CT           Panel: Abigail Wozniak, Brigitte Madrian, Nancy Rose, and Mary Suiter (moderator)

7:20pm – 8:00pm CT           Breakout Rooms (see below)

 

Breakout sessions focusing on making a difference in the world 

 

Making a Difference Using Healthcare Economics

·       Susan Feigenbaum, University of Missouri—St. Louis

·       Donna Gilleskie, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill 

·       Lesli Ott, Senior Health Economics Consultant

 

Making a Difference by Contributing to Economic Policy

·       Jane Ihrig, Federal Reserve Board of Governors 

·       Beth Johnston, Minnesota Department of Revenue 

·       Louise Sheiner, Brookings Institution 

 

Making a difference using behavioral economics

·       Vicki Bogan, Cornell University 

·       Tatiana Homonoff, New York University 

·       Brigitte Madrian, Brigham Young University 

 

Making a difference using environmental economics

·       Sarah Johnston, University of Wisconsin 

·       Anna Klis, Northern Illinois University 

·       Lea-Rachel Kosnik, University of Missouri—St. Louis 

 

Making a difference by starting a women in economics club at your university

·       Joy Buchanan, Samford University 

·       Natalia Gray, Southeast Missouri State University 

·       Daria Sevastianova, University of Southern Indiana 

·       Kristine Lamm West, St Catherine University 

 

What can I do with a bachelor’s or master’s degree in economics? 

·       Katy Kickham, Federal Reserve Banks of St. Louis

·       Bekah Selby, Emporia State 

·       Anne Winkler, University of Missouri--St. Louis 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Thursday, February 18, 2021 

6:00pm – 6:05pm CT            Welcome: Andrea Caceres-Santamaria

6:05pm – 6:40pm CT           Keynote: Lisa Cook 

6:40pm – 7:20pm CT           Panel: Lisa Cook, Abigail Wozniak, Marie Mora, and Gail Hafer (moderator)

7:20pm – 8:00pm CT           Breakout Rooms (see below

 

Breakout sessions focusing on careers and grad school

 

A Day in the Life of a Federal Reserve Economist

·       Alyssa Anderson, Federal Reserve Board of Governors 

·       Alessandra Fogli, Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis 

·       Oksana Leukhina, Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis 

 

A Day in the Life of a Federal Reserve RA 

·       Julie Bennett, Research Associate, St. Louis Fed

·       Praew Grittayaphong, Research Associate, St. Louis Fed 

·       Maggie Isaacson, Research Associate, St. Louis Fed 

 

The Grad School Decision-making and Application Process

·       Lesli Ott, Senior Health Economics Consultant

·       Mary Clare Peat, Marginal Revolution University 

·       Evelyn Skoy, University of Colorado – Boulder 

 

Working in Banking, Finance, and Forecasting 

·       Rebecca Glasgow, US Bancorp 

·       Kathleen Navin, IHS Markit 

·       Kate Warne, Edward Jones (retired) 

 

Working at the Federal Reserve (Bank Supervision, Public Affairs, FRED, etc.)

·       Maria Arias, St. Louis Fed, FRED data engineer 

·       Kristie Engemann, St. Louis Fed, Public Affairs Editor 

·       Yvetta Fortova, St. Louis Fed, FRED team manager

·       Stephanie Maggio, St. Louis Fed, Bank Examiner 

·       Jennifer Wethington, St. Louis Fed, Talent Acquisition 

 

Working in Academia: Research and Teaching 

·       Amanda Jennings, University of Michigan 

·       Susan Pozo, Western Michigan University 

·       Anne Winkler, University of Missouri--St. Louis 

LEARN MORE AND REGISTER   Discover how to make a difference  With a degree or career in economics, you'll gain powerful tools to tackle big issues — like improving the environment, reducing income inequality, enhancing healthcare outcomes and more.  Economics is for everyone. Learn why at the 2021 Women in Economics Symposium, Feb. 17-18. High school and college students: Get inspired to take an econ class, pursue a degree tailored to your passions, or share this opportunity with your friends. Educators and professionals: Hear real stories from leading economists and professors who will be joining us virtually from around the country. Registration for this free Federal Reserve event is now open! For more information, contact Scott Wolla at 314-444-8624 or scott.a.wolla@stls.frb.org.