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Undergraduate Research Opportunities at UMD   The Maryland Student Researchers (MSR) program is a database of on-campus research opportunities for undergraduates. It is designed to help undergraduates find research opportunities and to help faculty members find research assistants. Please note that this is not an exhaustive list of research opportunities available at the University of Maryland. Almost all professors engage in research, and individual departments' websites will provide a more comprehensive list. The link to the online database site is here: http://www.ugresearch.umd.edu/searchnew.php   Below are a few examples of faculty projects that may be of interest to ENSP students . Please be sure to search the database above for more opportunities!   The Politics of Psychology and Climate Change: An experiment testing the effect of environmental   - Westhelle, Felipe ( fwesthel@umd.edu ), BSOS - GVPT Machine learning based global crop yield and condition forecasti

Fall 2019 Career Events Part-Time Job Meet Up August 30, 2019 12 PM - 2 PM Stamp Student Union All UMD students (new and returning) looking for a part-time job for the fall and/or spring semester are invited to the Part-Time Jobs Meetup. This is an informal event where students will have the opportunity to meet and talk with on-campus offices and local off-campus businesses seeking to hire students for part-time jobs.   Students are strongly encouraged to bring copies of their resumes and class schedule.  To see a list of organizations attending and RSVP visit our website here . Fall Career and Internship Fair September 17-19, 2019 12 PM - 5 PM Stamp Student Union   Career Fair Prep Events Drop In Advising, University Career Center Monday, September 9 - Friday September 13 11 AM - 3:30 PM Monday, September 16 11 AM - 3:30 PM Making the Most of the Career Fair Monday, September 16, 2019, 4 p.m.-5 p.m. Career Fair Speed Prep Monday, September 9, 2019 6:15

Upcoming Fall 2019 events Study Abroad Fair Wednesday, September 4 from 2-6 https://globalmaryland.umd.edu/offices/education-abroad/study-abroad-fair-1   Fearless Terps think outside their borders! Navigate your options for integrating study broad into your academic plan and and get inspired at the Study Abroad Fair!     First Look Fair   Wednesday, September 11 and Thursday, September 12 from 10:00AM - 3:00PM   The First Look Fair is one of the longest running involvement traditions at the University of Maryland. First Look Fair hosts almost 600 student clubs and organizations, campus departments and services, local vendors, and community service agencies. The festive atmosphere is the perfect place to gather resources, learn more about how to get involved, and connect with other students with similar interests. Don't miss this fantastic opportunity to discover some of what the University of Maryland has to offer!     Fall Career & Internship Fair

Temporary field positions - Summer 2020 US Forest Service Location: Prince of Wales Island, SE Alaska, Tongass NF The US Forest Service is already planning for field season hiring for the summer of 2020. Positions anticipated to be needed on Prince of Wales Island in SE Alaska on the Tongass National Forest. Positions will be advertised on usajobs.gov as early as mid-September 2019.

Part-time job opportunity Scenic Rivers Land Trust Who we are: Founded in 1988, Scenic Rivers Land Trust is a private 501(c)3 nonprofit dedicated to protecting the natural and scenic lands within Anne Arundel County, mainly using permanent conservation easements. So far, Scenic Rivers has acquired 68 conservation easements, covering 3,057 acres. Need: Energetic and independent outdoor lover (that doesn’t mind the office either) to ensure that 100% of our easements are monitored and reports are promptly written after each visit. This includes interacting with landowners and managing trained volunteer stewards and reviewing submitted reports. Must be able to traverse uneven terrain, pay attention to details, and be comfortable learning new technology. Will report to the executive director. This position will require the use of a personal vehicle, with mileage reimbursed at the federal rate of $0.58. Timeframe: 3-month position, from approximately October 1st to January 10th Compe

SGA Sustainability Committee Want to get involved with SGA Sustainability Committee? They are meeting 6-7 pm on Thursdays in the SGA office (behind SORC) starting this week. Students get to take part in original projects or join existing ones on sustainability issues on campus, in College Park, and in the state. Email sgasustainability@umd.edu if you want to get on the listserv or ask questions.

Apply today Sustainability Fund Review Committee   The Sustainability Fund Review Committee is now accepting applications! The form can be found here ( https://forms.gle/V7cT6dLDKj4muhmu7 ).  As per the University's Sustainability Council Bylaws, the Sustainability Fund Review Committee is responsible for selecting and recommending projects to be funded by the University Sustainability Fund. Committee members meet weekly October-December and February-March to review project applications and recommend allocation of funds to the Sustainability Council. More information on the Sustainability Fund, including the bylaws, can be found at https://sustainability.umd.edu/sustainability-fund The deadline is 09/13 at 11:59 pm and decisions will go out on 09/20 by 5 pm. If you have any questions, you can contact sgasustainability@umd.edu

Math Success Program @ UMD The Math Success Program provides math coaching services and through these services, promotes a positive and encouraging environment of study where students can practice skills and gain an understanding of math. The program aims to decrease anxiety surrounding the study of math and help students gain the confidence needed to succeed in core mathematics courses at the University of Maryland through positive peer to peer and group interactions.   Free Walk-In Undergraduate Math Tutoring. UMCP residential and commuter students welcome! No registration! No appointment needed! No fees! Just helpful Math Coaches ready to assist you! Oakland Hall Academic Enrichment Center, Ground Floor Sunday - Thursday 6:00pm - 9:00pm On Monday through Thursdays, we offer Collaborative Study Groups for Math 140 and Math 141 from 6:00pm - 9:00pm. All hours are without reservation.   Visit http://reslife.umd.edu/mathsuccess/  for more info!

ENSP Career Exploration Night   The Environmental Science & Policy (ENSP) Program in conjunction with the University Career Center is happy to announce our second ENSP Career Exploration Night. The purpose of ENSP Career Exploration Night is to expose current ENSP students to professionals and alumni working in a wide variety of environmental science and/or policy careers.   ENSP Career Exploration Night will be held on Wednesday, September 25, 2019 from 5pm to 7pm at the University Career Center.   Be sure to RSVP! https://careers.umd.edu/event/ensp-career-exploration-night    

Student Job Announcement Maryland Sea Grant Student Aide Student Aide; 10 hours per week; Application review begins Sept. 16 Maryland Sea Grant is currently offering a 10-hour-per-week opportunity for an undergraduate to assist with the management of our research program. Tasks may include supporting the project archive database, data analysis, and data input. If you are interested in this position, are currently a sophomore or junior with strong academic standing, and have a major in or related to marine or environmental science, please contact us. A strong attention to detail is a must for this position. For details visit: http://www.mdsg.umd.edu/programs/about/employment/

New Student Welcome for Transfer & Off-campus students Transfer Terps! Off-campus Terps! Have you heard? UMD Transfer and Off-Campus Student Life is hosting a welcome back event this Friday (8/23) just for YOU! Join them right before the President's Welcome & New Student BBQ this Friday. You'll meet great folks, snag some freebies, and learn alllll about the Muffin Man. Details: https://www.facebook.com/events/386664535532971/

Funding for Sustainability Projects For faculty, staff and students! We are excited to inform you that the  University Sustainability Fund  has approximately $300,000 available this year for projects that promote environmental sustainability and positively impact the student experience at University of Maryland.

Save the Date! ENSP Ice Cream Social  

FALL 2019 DEADLINES You can find more deadlines HERE FALL 2019 REGISTRATION DEADLINES   MONDAY, August 26, 2019 – First Day of Classes! (waitlist check-in begins)   TUESDAY, September 10, 2019 - Deadline to apply for internship credit via ENSP386. Please read the relevant information HERE . You should have met with (and gained signatures from) your faculty advisor and on-site supervisor before submitting your proposal. You’ll then hand your proposal in to me. If I am not around for some reason, you can slide your proposal under the office door. Please contact me in advance if you are having trouble meeting the deadline, e.g., your on-site supervisor is out of town, your faculty supervisor is away at a conference, etc.    MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 9, 2019 - Last Day of Schedule Adjustment Period Everybody: Last day to Drop a course without a “W” Seniors: Last day to apply for Winter 2019 graduation. The “application” will ask you which degree you are applying for (B.S.); wha

Fall Internships available Sierra Club MARYLAND SIERRA CLUB SEEKING 2019 INTERNS As a grassroots environmental nonprofit, the Maryland Sierra Club offers many internship opportunities for those passionate about advocating for a safer, healthier planet. At our office conveniently located on Route 1, students can take advantage of diverse openings in office management & administration, outdoor education, political environmental advocacy, communications & marketing, web design, community organizing, event planning, and policy research. Our interns become part of the office team and are essential to accomplishing many of the Chapter’s environmental conservation goals. Working side by side with staff and lead volunteers, interns get the opportunity to see how a grassroots non­profit works, gain valuable real world experience, and become the next generation of activist leaders. For Fall 2019, we have the following internships available: Administrative Assistant / Event Pla

Scholarship available Organization of Fish and Wildlife Information Managers Research Scholarship The Organization of Fish and Wildlife Information Managers (OFWIM) announces the OFWIM Student Research Scholarship which recognizes academic and professional excellence among students enrolled full-time in fisheries/wildlife related curricula at an accredited college or university, with research or study emphasizing wildlife information management and/or geographic information systems (GIS). This scholarship supports student research and attendance at the 2019 OFWIM Conference and Annual meeting in Shepherdstown, West Virginia, October 6-10, 2019. To learn more about OFWIM and for a link to the application form, visit www.ofwim.org Two awards will be made and is open to graduate or undergraduate students who are local to the conference and working towards a program such as a Bachelor’s degree, Graduate Certificate Program, Master’s degree, or PhD. Membership in OFWIM is not requir

Fall 2019 Internships Select Committee on the Climate Crisis General Internship The Majority Staff of the Select Committee on the Climate Crisis seeks full or part-time Interns for an early September start date, running through the end of the 2019 calendar year. Responsibilities may include conducting administrative tasks for the committee, attending briefings and hearings for staff, conducting research projects, preparing and assembling materials for Committee hearings and events, and other tasks as assigned or needed. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, self-motivated, reliable, and have excellent writing and communications skills. An interest in environmental, climate change, or science policy is strongly desired. Please send a resume and cover letter to SCCCDjobs@mail.house.gov with “Fall Intern” in the subject line by Friday, August 23. Please include your approximate dates of availability in the message, and how many days per week you would be available. The offic

Spring 2020 Internships Center for American Progress’ Energy and Environment Team There are TWO opportunities available for Spring 2020! 1.  Energy and Environment Internship, Energy and Climate Policy Apply here: https://www.americanprogress.org/about/jobs/469724/energy-environment-internship-energy-climate-policy-2/ Interns working with American Progress’ Energy and Environment team will have the opportunity to complete substantive work across the team’s four main focuses: international climate policy, domestic energy policy, oceans policy, and public lands policy. Within this framework, interns will develop skills and experience to contribute effectively to the national conversation on climate change, clean energy, natural resources management, conservation, and climate adaptation and resilience. The Energy and Climate intern will work closely with both the Energy and Environment War Room subteam and Domestic Energy Policy subteam. 2.  Energy and Environment Internship, Publi

Green Jobs Forum Leaders in Energy is hosting the 6th Annual Green Jobs Forum on Aug 22, focused on "Jobs for a Low-Carbon, Circular Economy."   This event is for people interested in green jobs and careers, those who want to use their careers to “be the difference,” or transform their existing work to be more green-centric, etc. This special event will serve job hunters, those working in cleantech/greentech, and green-learners/aspirers equally well! Information on how to register ($20 for students and job seekers before Aug 16) and on the line up of speakers can be found at their site: https://leadersinenergy.org/jobs-for-a-low-carbon-circular-economy/

Now recruiting volunteers America Reads*America Counts America Reads*America Counts*Partners in Print is a mentoring/tutoring program where more than 200 UMD students work weekly to improve the literacy and math skills of Prince George’s County elementary school students. We are currently seeking dedicated and enthusiastic college students who love working with kids and want to give back to their community. America Reads*America Counts*Partners in Print is a great way to meet new friends on campus, develop essential leadership skills, and gain valuable resume-building experience! We are currently recruiting for each of our programs. Students can volunteer, receive academic or internship credit, or, if eligible for Federal Work Study, can be paid to work with our program! Don’t know if you have Federal Work Study? Check your Financial Aid package at www.testudo.umd.edu . Visit go.umd.edu/mentorFA2019 to learn more and to apply. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis un

Friends of Patuxent Pollinator Festival Saturday, September 21, 2019, 10 am to 2 pm - Join the Friends of Patuxent as they celebrate the magnificent pollinators of North America. See biologists and volunteers tag monarch butterflies. Discover how domestic and native bees sustain your environment. Join a guided nature walk. Children and family fun activities. Please click on the link below for more information and free registration. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pollinator-festival-2019-registration-66800436905    This notice is provided by Friends of Patuxent Wildlife Research Center and Refuge. Please visit our webpage ( http://www.friendsofpatuxent.org ) for more information on our programs and activities.

Internships National Park Service The U. S. National Park Service (NPS) National Capital Region (NCR), Office of Natural Resources and Science (NRS) is seeking to fill paid internship positions. Students must be enrolled in a degree program at the University of Maryland. Each position is a University of Maryland paid internship. Students should consult with their academic advisor to determine if they can also receive academic credit for their internship. For more details:  https://bsci.umd.edu/internships-with-the-national-park-service/ .

Student Assistant Positions at the Environmental Finance Center The Environmental Finance Center at UMD is looking for a well-rounded student to work during the Fall 2019 semester. They should have strong research, data analysis & database management skills. The pay is $18 an hour. Please see the attached ad for more information.  

Fall On-Campus Internship with MaryPIRG MaryPIRG is a student-led political activism organization with opportunities for students to make significant grassroots changes in our community. We believe students have the power to shape the future we will inherit, and have been at the forefront of social change throughout history. This semester, MaryPIRG will lead five campaigns, fighting for Zero Hunger on campus, a Fossil Free UMD, improved Campus Working Conditions, Affordable Textbooks, and Juvenile Justice. Whether you are interested in lobbying, artbuilding, social media outreach, public speaking, or just getting more involved on campus, MaryPIRG is a place for students with different skills and backgrounds to come together and enact meaningful change. Our internships can be used for credit and are on-campus positions.  To learn more, fill out an interest form at ter.ps/pirgintern For more information go to https://marylandpirgstudents.org or email sonjaneve55@gmail.com for

Resources for ENSP Students For students with any urgent advising matters, please contact your advising College and/or Department : College of Agriculture and Natural Resources (Undeclared ENSP students; Wildlife; Soil/Water/Land; Environment & Ag, Environmental Economics) - 0107 Symons Hall, 301-405-0117 College of Behavioral and Social Sciences - 2148 Tydings Hall, 301-405-1697 · ANTH -1111 Woods Hall, 301-405-1423 · GEOG - 2181M LeFrak Hall, geog-advise@umd.edu  · GVPT - 3104 Tydings Hall, gvptadvising@umd.edu or call -301-405-4168 College of Computer, Mathematical and Natural Sciences (Biodiversity; Environmental Geosciences) - 1300 Symons Hall, 301-405-2080 *********************** TO TAKE A COURSE AT ANOTHER INSTITUTION requires special permission. In order to determine whether or not a course will transfer over appropriately, you must submit a Permission to Enroll form. To begin this process, please visit: http://ensp.umd.edu/advis