Thursday, November 2, 2017

Weekly Announcements 11/02

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.

For more information, see flyer and syllabus.


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
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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 Initiativethe World Housing Encyclopedia, annual meetings (the 11th National Conference on Earthquake Engineering in 2018), and technical seminars and webinars.

For more information and to apply, see here.





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. 

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.

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

12-24 month programs in New York City
Master's Degrees in Environmental Health Sciences
Accepting applications: December and June deadlines for Fall 2018 admission

The Department of Environmental Health Sciences (EHS) at Columbia University’s Mailman School of Public Health is accepting applications for Master of Science (MS) and Master of Public Health (MPH) programs for Fall 2018 enrollment. 
  • Ranked one of the top five schools of public health by U.S. News & World Report
  • World-class faculty producing cutting-edge science to determine how exposure to environmental hazards leads to adverse health effects
  • 24-month MPH: December 15, 2017 deadline with tracks in Climate & Health, Molecular Epidemiology, Toxicology, Environmental Health Policy, Global Health
  • 12-18 month MS: June 1, 2018 deadline with tracks in Toxicology (12 months), Radiological Sciences (18 months)
Our highest priority is to engage, teach, mentor, and develop the next generation of environmental health scientists – preparing them to take critical leadership roles in solving environmental challenges.
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.


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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