EESC Seminar Series—Dr. Jaime Barnes, University of Texas
Tuesday, October 17, 12:00 PM
Devlin Hall 201
“Volatile Cycling Through Subduction Zones: Focus on
Hydrothermal Systems”
All are welcome and refreshments will be provided.
For the full EESC Seminar schedule, see
here.
Governor
Bill Ritter
Public Talk
Tuesday, November 14, 6:00 PM
McGuinn 121
2100 Commonwealth Ave
The Environmental Studies Program will be sponsoring a talk by
Governor Bill Ritter on climate change and energy policy and his book Powering
Forward – What Everyone Should Know About America’s Energy Revolution.
Governor Ritter was elected Colorado's 41st governor in 2006.
During his four-year term, he established Colorado as a national and
international leader in clean energy by building a New Energy Economy. After
leaving the Governor’s Office, Ritter founded the Center for the New Energy
Economy at Colorado State University, which works with state and federal policy
makers to create clean energy policy throughout the country.
More details to come.
For
more info, see
flyer.
Summer
Study Abroad at Burren College of Art—Art and Ecology in Ireland
ARTS1115
3.0 credits
May
19 – June 16, 2018
·
Overnights to
Dublin, Inis Oirr, and the Aran Islands
·
Sessions on
sustainability with local artists and ecologists
·
Visit sustainable
local farms, get to know the farmers and their practices
·
Create
site-specific art projects in the landscape
·
Individual art
studio space
·
Explore the
Burren, its history and diversity of its ecosystem
*
INFORMATION SESSION*
November
13, 5:30 PM
Devlin
413
Contact
Professor Candice Ivy (ivyc@bc.edu) for more
details.
Summer Study Abroad in China—Climate Change &
Sustainability: An Environmental Chemistry View
CHEM1101 & EESC1301
May 27 – June 22, 2018
Be immersed in the cultural and economic environments, gain
firsthand experience on the benefits and negative impacts of the rapid
industrialization in China.
Contact Professor Dunwei Wang (dunwei.wang@bc.edu) for more details.
Summer Study Abroad in Parma, Italy—International Food Law
INTL 2253, POLI 1253, LAWS 2253 3.0 credits
May 21 – June 15, 2018
University of Parma
Experience a 4-week banquet in the form of summer study in
Parma, Italy -- one of the
few courses in the world devoted to the international law of
food, an issue of immense emerging
importance.
The course, which will be held in the city considered the
European or even the world
capital of food, covers food supply, safety, security,
subsidies, trade, and a variety of other
contemporary issues. Field trips include visits to the European
Food Safety Authority in Parma
and the UN Food and Agriculture Organization in Rome, as well as
a cooking class at a local
culinary institute.
There are no prerequisites, and no knowledge of Italian is
required.
Striving for Zero Waste at Colleges & Universities
Monday, November 6, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
The Harvard Ed Portal
224 Western Ave
Allston, MA 02134
Organized by the Zero Waste College and University Technical
Committee (ZWCUTC) of the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), this workshop
will showcase zero waste practices and strategies to take waste reduction to
the next level on your campus.
Best practices from different entities across the U.S. will be
presented along with opportunities for interaction among individuals with
different backgrounds, knowledge, and experience in practices and topics
relating to zero waste. Join us to learn from individuals who are highly
involved in waste reduction and zero waste at colleges and universities and
beyond.
Presentation topics include: key local and national subjects
affecting waste reduction in the higher education setting, climate change &
zero waste, strategies to finance zero waste programs, best practices for move
out day, and more.
Following the workshop will be a walking tour of zero waste
practices at Harvard University.
For more information, see
here.
“The Hockey Stick and the Climate Wars: The Battle Continues”
Dr. Michael E. Mann
Thursday, November 16
5:00 – 6:20 PM
Koumantzelis Auditorium
38 Lindsay Hall
Bentley University
Dr. Mann is a Professor of Meteorology and Director of the Earth
System Science Center at Penn State University. He has published several books
including, The Madhouse Effect: How Climate Change Denial is Threatening Our
Planet, Destryoing our Politics, and Driving Us Crazy. He Received
the Stephen H. Schneider Award for Outstanding Climate Science Communication in
2017.
For more information, see flyer.
Climate Reckoning: Paths to an Earth Restored
A Conference by Biodiversity for a Livable Climate
November 17-19
Harvard University
A panel of multi-disciplined experts will share what can be done
to restore the Earth’s natural systems and reverse global warming.
For more information and to register, see here.
MIT WATER—Fall Events
November 6-7, MIT Wong Auditorium - Buy Ticket Now!
As populations continue to grow and demand for food rises, the
role of water in meeting future food needs will become increasingly critical.
This year’s MIT Water Summit will focus on issues at the heart of the
food-water nexus, reflecting on the role of water in food production – both in
agriculture and aquaculture – and the innovation, policy, and technologies
required to support healthy and sustainable communities.
On November 6-7, representatives from industry, academia,
government, and NGOs will convene at MIT to discuss issues at the heart of the
food-water nexus. The two-day conference features keynote speeches from Prof.
Chandra Madramootoo (McGill Water Innovation Lab), Rajiv Singh (CEO,
Rabobank North America) and Christopher Briggs (Executive
Director, Water Footprint Network).
- New this year! Water Career
Panel & Networking Session
- Early-bird tickets on sale now! 25% off through
October 24
- First 25 2-Day Registrations
will receive a free MIT Water Club vacuum bottle!
- Want to present at the Summit? Apply here! Free 2-day tickets for selected
participants.
MASSACHUSETTS
HISTORICAL SOCIETY SEMINARS – ENVIRONMENTAL HISTORY
The
Boston Environmental History Seminar is an occasion for scholars as well as
interested members of the public to discuss aspects of American environmental
history from prehistory to the present day. Presenters come from a variety of
disciplines including history, urban planning, and environmental management.
Most
seminar meetings revolve around the discussion of a pre-circulated paper.
Sessions open with remarks from the essayist and an assigned commentator, after
which the discussion is opened to the floor. After each session, the Society
serves a light buffet supper.
For
more information and to see the full schedule, see
here.
MIT
SEMINAR SERIES ON ENVIRONMENTAL AND AGRICULTURAL HISTORY
This
seminar series is sponsored by MIT's History Faculty and Program in Science,
Technology, and Society. This series covers a broad range of topics including
food history, social history, and the connection between technology and
the environment.
See
the full schedule here.
How
to Get a Job in Sustainability:
Purpose-Driven
Careers in Business, NGOs, and Government
Webinar: Thursday,
November 30th, 7 PM EST
Dr. Eban Goodstein, Director of Graduate Programs in Sustainability at Bard College, will outline career strategies for both soon-to-be and recent college graduates, and for professionals looking to make a move. Goodstein will provide participants with a concrete job-search strategy, discuss what the current political climate means for careers in social and environmental sustainability, and also field questions.
Log-in: https://bluejeans.com/681107111
Dial-on Only: 1.888.240.2560 Code: 681107111
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Bard’s
Graduate Programs in Sustainability
Post Graduate Intern at Earthquake Engineering Research
Institute
The EERI post graduate internship program offers recent college
graduates an opportunity to extend their education and begin building a
professional network through relevant real world experience in a professional
setting. Interns make a 6 month commitment to EERI and gain valuable experience
on earthquake mitigation and exposure to earthquake-focused professional
organizations. EERI is committed to providing a learning experience through
meaningful work assignments related to our mission of seismic risk reduction.
EERI’s internships are approximately six-months long, and offer
engagement with a number of interesting EERI projects and Institute activities,
including Learning from Earthquakes, the School
Earthquake Safety Initiative, the World Housing Encyclopedia, annual meetings (the 11th
National Conference on Earthquake Engineering in 2018), and technical seminars and webinars.
YALE
SCHOOL OF FORESTRY & ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES MASTER’S PROGRAM APPLICATIONS
Application
Fall 2018 Masters Application at the Yale School of Forestry & Environmental Studies is now live. You can access the application here. Please make sure to submit all of your materials no later than December 15, 2017 in order to be given full consideration for admission.
Fall 2018 Masters Application at the Yale School of Forestry & Environmental Studies is now live. You can access the application here. Please make sure to submit all of your materials no later than December 15, 2017 in order to be given full consideration for admission.
Admissions
Events
The Admissions office has been busy planning the fall recruitment schedule, and we will be traveling across the United States, throughout South America and hosting on-campus and virtual events. To see if we will be coming to a location near you, please visit our admissions events website.
The Admissions office has been busy planning the fall recruitment schedule, and we will be traveling across the United States, throughout South America and hosting on-campus and virtual events. To see if we will be coming to a location near you, please visit our admissions events website.
On
November 10th, Yale FES will be hosting an Open House. This is a
great opportunity to meet with faculty, students and staff to learn more about
research opportunities, student life, and program offerings. More information
about the Open House can be found here.
New
events are continually added to the calendar, so keep checking back or feel
free to contact us at fesinfo@yale.edu.
Columbia
University—Mailman School of Public Health
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More
details can be found on our website, our department video, and by contacting Nina Kulacki, our
Director of EHS Academic Programs
Louis
Bacon Fellowship at Harvard Kennedy School
The Louis Bacon Environmental Leadership Fellowship provides
a full tuition scholarship, health insurance, a living stipend, and a
comprehensive co-curricular program for up to five admitted degree candidates
for the full course of study at HKS (one or two years). Students from joint or
concurrent degree programs offered by the school are encouraged to apply.
To apply for the 2017-2018 academic year, prospective degree candidates must complete the following two steps:
First, apply to the Harvard Kennedy School by December 4, 2017 at 5:00 p.m. EST.
Second, apply for the Louis Bacon Environmental Fellowship by January 24, 2018 at 5:00 p.m. EST.
To learn more about the Louis Bacon Environmental Leadership Fellowship, click here.
To apply for the 2017-2018 academic year, prospective degree candidates must complete the following two steps:
First, apply to the Harvard Kennedy School by December 4, 2017 at 5:00 p.m. EST.
Second, apply for the Louis Bacon Environmental Fellowship by January 24, 2018 at 5:00 p.m. EST.
To learn more about the Louis Bacon Environmental Leadership Fellowship, click here.
Ecosystem
Field Studies—Caribbean
WINTER-BREAK,
3-CREDIT, FIELD SCIENCE COURSE
with
Ecosystem
Field Studies
An
opportunity to apply your classroom & textbook learning
while immersed
in a spectacular & transformative marine educational setting!
Caribbean Ecosystem Field Studies
*
Study, snorkel & SCUBA dive on the Caribbean coral reef of Mexico *
December 27, 2017 - January 16, 2018
- Gain valuable career skills in hands-on scientific
field research
- Earn 3 undergraduate academic transfer credits over
winter-break
- Join a diverse & exciting group of college students
for a marine and coastal
learning experience of a lifetime!
For
all course information visit the website:
Open
to students from all universities & majors | Accredited by the University
of Montana, Environmental Studies Program: ENST 391- for 3 undergraduate
semester transfer credits
Direct
questions to Professor & EcoFS Director, Steve Johnson at steve@EcoFS.org
JOB
OPPORTUNITIES WITH THE NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR SCIENCE AND THE ENVIRONMENT
Reporting
to the Deputy Director, the Events & Meetings Coordinator will lead the
coordination, execution, and follow-up of NCSE’s annual events, including the
National Conference and Global Forum, Academic-Federal Dialogue, Energy
Education Summit, EnvironMentors National Fair, and biannual member meetings,
as well as other stand-alone meetings as needed.
Reporting
to the Deputy Director, the Membership Manager will lead recruitment and
expansion efforts for NCSE’s existing membership categories, including
four-year and two-year institutions of higher education, and lead the
development of new membership categories beyond our current membership base for
launch in 2018.
JOB & INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES WITH EARTHWATCH INSTITUTE
Earthwatch is an international environmental nonprofit
organization that funds field expeditions in more than 50 countries.
Earthwatch expeditions provide individuals with opportunities to
participate in hands-on scientific research all over the world. We also partner
with schools, businesses, governments, and other philanthropic organizations to
enable a broad range of people to learn and change the world through our
experiential model.
Staff members at Earthwatch develop, manage, market, and recruit
for our varied expeditions, programs, and partnerships. Earthwatch does not
employ the scientists or research staff that run the expeditions we support;
they generally work for universities or other research institutions.
Earthwatch currently has a number of jobs and internships open.
Please see here for
more details.
JOB
OPPORTUNITIES WITH ENVIRONMENT AMERICA
Environment
America promotes bold ideas and organizes action to commit our country to 100%
renewable energy, keep fossil fuels in the ground, ban bee-killing pesticides,
end pollution of our water, and protect and expand our national parks and other
public lands. We’re not afraid to think boldly, but we’re well aware that bold
thinking is not enough. We work hard to produce the research, public education
and citizen action it takes to win real results for our environment right now.
For more information, visit jobs.environmentamerica.org
INTERNSHIP
WITH THE ENVIRONMENTAL VOTER PROJECT
Winter/Spring Intern
The Environmental Voter Project is looking for highly-motivated
undergraduates to join our selective Winter/Spring Internship Program. Interns
will work closely with the Field Director and the CEO to learn about subjects
such as field campaigning, nonprofit communications and data analytics. Interns
will be expected to devote time to field outreach, senior staff support, event
planning, research, and drafting of membership communications, blog posts, and
stakeholder presentations. In addition to gaining valuable nonprofit advocacy
skills, interns will become talented organizers and political operatives by
learning the nuts and bolts of nonprofit work and electoral campaigning from an
exciting and innovative organization. We are seeking responsible, motivated
candidates who can commit to 12+ hours per week for this program. This is an
unpaid internship in Boston, MA.
Please visit here
for more details and application instructions
Job Opportunities with
PIRG Campus Action
With PIRG Campus Action,
you’ll work with students who, like you, believe it’s our right and
responsibility to shape the future we all want. You’ll work with students to
decide the strategies and tactics they’ll use to run campaigns that promote
clean energy, public health, a stronger democracy and more.
For more information and to
apply, see here.
Job Opportunities with
Impact
Impact organizers are on the
ground to mobilize businesses, faith leaders and citizens to demonstrate the
commitment to keeping our promises on climate change, and transitioning a
sustainable, renewable energy economy.
Many of our organizers are
working with elected leaders in states across the country to meet goals of
getting to at least 10 percent solar by 2030. Grassroots efforts like these
have helped triple solar nationwide in just the last two years.
For more information and to
apply, see here.
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