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The Society of Wetland Scientists' Pacific Northwest Chapter is pleased to announce their 2015 meeting, From a Watershed Perspective: Incorporating Science into Policy, this October 6-8 at the Red Lion Hotel in Olympia, WA.

The Chapter welcomes abstracts for talks and posters on any realm of wetland science, including wetland, riparian, and coastal ecology, and wetland restoration, conservation and education. This year's theme links applied science and federal, state, local, and tribal wetland, stream and riparian, water quality, and wildlife policy. Basic and applied talks in line with this theme are especially encouraged.

For more information on conference schedule, accommodations, registration, etc. or to submit an abstract, please see the SWS-PNW Chapter website: www.sws.org/pacific-northwest-chapter

This year there are numerous student scholarships and volunteer opportunities for graduate and undergraduate students to attend the meeting and present their work at no cost. Information on scholarships is available at:

www.sws.org/Pacific-Northwest-Chapter/mcmillan-student-scholarship-awards.html

For general information on the Society of Wetland Scientists, see: http://www.sws.org

The Washington Coast Conservation Coordinator will develop and steward community relationships critical to The Nature Conservancy’s conservation projects in the region.  This is a full-time position, working from one of Washington’s coastal communities (e.g. Olympia, Aberdeen/Hoquiam, Port Angeles, Raymond/South Bend or Port Townsend).  The projects are in Pacific Coast counties and tribal communities, and they range from forest management and stream restoration to marine planning, climate adaptation and fisheries.  This is a great opportunity for someone early in their career to participate in a wide variety of conservation work and build a track record of success.  The Coordinator will join both our forest and marine teams to ensure that our conservation work meets local needs and benefits the surrounding communities.

This link will lead you to the job description and instructions for applying: https://careers.nature.org/psp/tnccareers/APPLICANT/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_CE.GBL?SiteId=1The job identification number is 43348.  

ABOUT THE COURSE:

Presents green chemistry in the context of social impact and public health. Focuses on the relationship between the science and application of chemistry, and the conditions of life that affect everyone's health, particularly in the developed world.

COURSE NAME: Green Chemicals, Green Products, Green Processes: Crafting a Less Toxic World

NUMBER: ENV H 310 (3 cr)

QUTR/YR: Autumn 2015

Targeting juniors and seniors

Interested in horticulture, communications, or construction? The UW student chapter of the Society for Ecological Restoration (SER-UW) is looking for two interns this Fall quarter to help grow their native plant nursery. The two available positions are for:

A​ Building Projects Intern to help construct rolling sidewalls, a potting bench, plant construction tables and​ an irrigation system.

A Communications Intern to help develop an advertising strategy to increase volunteer involvement, create a website design, develop online inventory, advertise work parties, and increase the club's social media presence.

Interns will also receive UW credit for their work (ESRM 399).

To apply send a resume and a 300-500 word description of why you are interested, what you want to learn, and how your previous work experience and/or coursework apply to this position to [email protected].

Reminder: The Symposium starts today! Come celebrate students and learn about their Capstone projects. 

Today’s schedule:

2:30 - 3:40 PM WELCOME & INTRODUCTION

Keynote I: Tim Billo

SESSION A: Farmers Markets as Educational Spaces (Fishery Sciences Room 102)

Planting the Seeds of Change, One Market at a Time: The Effect of Childern's Programs at Farmers Markets - Angela Feng

Fostering Sustainable Minds at Farmers Markets Through Informal, Hands-On Environmental Education - Karin Otsuka

Q&A

3:40 - 3:45 PM BREAK

3:45 - 4:20 PM INTRODUCTION

SESSION B: Poster Presentations (Fishery Sciences Lobby)

Storm Water Pollution Best Management Practices From a Top Down, Bottom Up Approach - Sophie Ernst

The Buzz in Kincaid Ravine: Promoting Pollinator Populations in Restoration- Andrew Hans Jauhola

What Road Treatments are Effective for Creating a Walk-Friendly Crosswalk - Qiren Lu

Adding Sustainability to America's Pastime: An Evaluation of the Environmental Performance of Professional Sports Teams - Christen McIver

Wildlife Behavioral Change in the Presence of Humans: A Camera Trap Study - Simon Nhan

The Problem with Predictions and Permitting at Hardrock Mines - Katie Peterson

Professional Sports: A Platform for Sustainability - Keta Rylko

UW Professional Air Travel and Greenhouse Gases - Jonathan Stacey

4:20 - 4:25 PM BREAK

4:25 - 5:10 PM INTRODUCTION

SESSION C: Nature, Science, and Human Impacts (Fishery Sciences Room 102)

Bark Bark! Dogs Effect on Urban Forest Restoration and Ecology - Samuel Timpe

Obstacles to Offshore Renewable Energy Development - Tehani Montaron

Ethical Science and Indigenous Sustainability - Demarus Sandlin

Do you want to work closely with legislators and business leaders on the big questions facing the PNW, including trade, transportation, economic development and the environment? 

Check out the Pacific NorthWest Economic Region (PNWER) summer internship. They need help developing their 25th Annual Summit. 

This is an unpaid internship, but the intern will be invited to attend PNWER’s Annual Summit in Montana and will have the chance to connect with leaders in the public and private sector. 

It’s time for another gathering with the PoE community! 

Take a study break or come relax after work with fellow environmental enthusiasts for an evening of fun and conversation...plus you can pick up a brand new Program on the Environment Pint Glass!

We hope to see you for some Spring cheers. All are welcome. 

WHERE: Big Time Brewery

WHEN: Thursday, May 21, 2015

Check out which Spring 2015 classes still have open spots!

Note: ENVIR Business Strategy & the Natural Environment is a graduate class open to QUALIFIED SENIORS.