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  We are excited to announce that registration is now open for the Society of Wetland Scientist's Student Section 2024 Virtual Conference! Join us online from April 5-6, 2024, as students take the lead in addressing the crucial issues surrounding climate change and wetland sciences.   All are welcome to join, not just students! Event Details: Date:   April 5th - April 6th, 2024 Focus Areas:   Global warming, wetland restoration, hydrology, biology, and climate change Perspectives:   Explore the latest research and insights from students at the forefront of the battle against climate change. Highlights: Engage in discussions on policy and mitigation strategies. Contribute to conversations about combating climate change. Attend presentations from invited speakers and fellow students. As the fight against climate change becomes increasingly urgent, this conference serves as a platform for the exchange of ideas, research findings, and strategies to create a better future. Registration

This summer, the  Maryland Democracy Initiative  (MDI) is offering a prestigious opportunity for 18 top UMD students to engage in a paid internship to work in some of the most impactful organizations in the nation working to strengthen voter mobilization and voter education in colleges and high schools. This internship program was developed in partnership with the UMD Fellows Program and the Students Learn Students Vote Coalition (SLSV). SLSV is the nation’s strategy hub and largest non-partisan network dedicated to increasing college student voting rates.  The  Laufer  Democracy Internship Program builds on MDI’s work in 2023, co-hosting the National Student Vote Summit at UMD with TerpsVote. Students participating in the  Laufer  Democracy Internship Program will get a unique opportunity to both pursue professional development at their placement and work with MDI faculty to pursue groundbreaking research into the most effective strategies for mobilizing student voters. The program fu

  The Maryland Stream Restoration Association Seminar and Job Fair will be held Saturday, March 9, in the Animal Sciences Building.  R egister   here .

Appalachian Conservation Corps is currently recruiting for over 20 internships at National Parks and Battlefields in Maryland, Virginia, and D.C. You can check them out on our Individual Placement page under Open Positions ( Individual Placements | Appalachian Conservation Corps (appalachiancc.org) ).   These are   paid AmeriCorps internships,  with a Segal Education Award upon completion, which can be applied to federal loans or for further education. Our internships range in size from 3-month, summer positions ​– ideal for current students – to year-long positions – ideal for upcoming graduates and alumni.  Some positions that might be of interest to students, alumni or connections:  Resource Management and Maintenance IP at Monocacy National Battlefield in Frederick, MD  - Work with park staff on maintenance and natural resources field projects.  Buffers Assessment IP with Appalachian Conservation Corps in Mount Crawford, VA  - Help ACC Watershed Corps assess sites and develop plans

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Office of Sustainability Internships The Office of Sustainability is excited to host a cohort of five student interns for the 2024-2025 academic year. These internships are a unique opportunity for students to develop valuable professional experience and skills in the sustainability field during their time at UMD. These interns will play a critical role in connecting students, staff, and faculty with campus sustainability resources and encouraging the campus community to take action towards a more sustainable future. The application for these positions will be open from Monday, February 26th to Friday, March 8th at 11:59 pm! If you need accommodations for the application process, please contact Savannah Holt at sholt3@umd.edu.  Read more and apply here!   Sustainability Advisors Support Sustainability Awareness: The UMD Office of Sustainability aspires to introduce all students to core sustainability concepts and the university's network of sustainability-minded faculty, staff and

  Are you interested in the field of  Environmental and Agricultural Policy ? Would you like to go on  industry tours  in DC,  visit with federal agencies , and  network with legislators ? If this sounds like an opportunity you would be interested in, consider applying to the Agriculture Future of America Policy Institute!  What is Agriculture Future of America (AFA)?  AFA is a non-profit organization that serves to provide college students interested in agriculture, food and natural resources opportunities within these related industries. They bring together students through conferences and institutes to interact with industry professionals, learn about job opportunities, and meet students from all different backgrounds interested in ag and natural resources !  What is Policy Institute? Policy institute is a specialized conference hosted by AFA every year in Washington D.C. This institute focuses on current topics in Agriculture and Environmental Policy, as well as provides opportunit

  17 for Peace and Justice is an environmental and social justice club seeking passionate advocates of environmental justice to empower students in addressing social, economic, and political injustices related to environmental inequities. Join us on Terplink to receive our newsletter and for more information, follow our Instagram @17fpj

Minorities in Agriculture Natural Resources and Related Sciences (MANRRS) and the College of Agriculture are hosting an event next week that features panelists in a range of environmental science, policy, and Ag related fields. This panel, "Where Policy and Practice Meet", will feature an environmental lawyer, a food politician, an environmental justice staff attorney at the Chesapeake Bay Foundation, a science technical director from the USDA, and a Law student at UMBC.   The event is   February 28th, 2024 at 6:30 PM in 1130 Plant Sciences.  Be sure to RSVP.

   Zoom Meeting Info: URL: https://umd.zoom.us/j/94603187893?pwd=eWxURUJnSW9KTFZaeXViM3l3aW92QT09 Meeting ID: 946 0318 7893 Meeting Password: 196182

We extended the application deadline to this  Friday, Feb. 23 .   Spring 2024 U21 Global Citizens Program The Global Learning Initiatives(GLI) is offering the   Universitas 21 Global Citizens Program   to UMD students this spring. This is an  experiential online program designed to help you develop the leadership skills needed to advance your understanding of the most pressing global challenges of our time. Earn  a micro-credential and badge upon completion.    Program cost:  FREE Program dates:   March 11 - 29   APPLY    by Friday, Feb. 23

  The Peace Corps Prep program at the University of Maryland prepares students with the knowledge and skills needed to serve as a Peace Corps volunteer. We strive to accomplish this by building four core competencies through interrelated coursework, hands-on experience, and professional development support in the following areas: Training and experience in a work sector, Foreign language skills, Intercultural competence, and Professional and leadership development.  Next week is Peace Corps Prep Week from February 26th - March 1st.  Here are the list of events (location, date, and times) that will be taking place:  Monday, Feb. 26th  -  Tabling at Stamp (12 pm - 3 pm) and Peace Corps Prep Informational Session (5 pm - 6 pm) on Zoom Tuesday, Feb. 27th:   *Virtual* RPCV Panel (5 pm - 6 pm) Wednesday, Feb 28th :   Tabling @ SPH (12 pm - 3 pm) Thursday, Feb 29th:   Peace Corps Prep Palooza (4 pm - 6 pm) in HJ Patterson Rm 1125 Friday, March 1st:   Peace Corps Prep Walk-in Advising (12 pm -

The  Voyager Scholarship, administered by the Obama Foundation  and supported by AIRBNB founder Brian Chesky,  supports students planning careers in public service  by providing up to  $50,000  for college costs AND transformative travel experiences . Click here to meet UMD's TWO Voyager Scholars for 2023, Astrid Mendoza and Shreya Jha! Important: The Voyager Scholarship is for students who are Sophomores in Spring 2024,  who have demonstrated financial need , have a GPA of at least 3.0, and plan to pursue careers in public service. Application deadline:  March 27, 2024 (application opens February 7, 2024) Sign up here for access to our ELMS Resource Site for the Voyager Scholarship! Benefits of the Voyager Scholarship: Financial aid up to $50,000: Students will receive up to $25,000 per year in “last dollar” financial aid to cover remaining tuition and/or living costs for their junior and senior years of college.  Students will design their own summer voyage between their junior a

Take courses at The Umbra Institute during Summer Session 2 in Perugia, Italy! The application period ends on March 1, 2024. In ANTH/GEOG 308, students will explore the role Urban Agriculture has in contributing to sustainable and equitable food systems, focusing on comparisons between the US and Italy. You will study the similarities and differences of the ecological, social, political, and economic policies and systems that shape Urban Agriculture. By studying in Perugia, you will get hands-on experience with the Urban Agricultural practices of central Italy! In addition to ANTH-GEOG308, students can also enroll in another course offered by the Umbra Institute during SummerSession 2.   The course is through the MD-in-Perugia program, and will be offered in Summer Session II (6/28 - 7/27). The application for the program is now open through March 1. You can apply and see additional information including fees here: https://myea.umd.edu/index. cfm?FuseAction=Programs. ViewProgramAngular