October 2-6, 2006

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
-General Academic Information
-International Programs
-Student Organization
-Workshop/Activity Information
-Scholarships
-Employment Opportunities

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GENERAL ACADEMIC INFORMATION

Student Success Center Hours
Sue's walk-in hours: Mon., Wed. and Thurs. from 1-2:30. Quick questions only!
CNR Student Success Center (CNR 180) is open Mon.-Fri. 8-4:30pm.

Fresh Coffee and Baked Goods!!! NEW
On Wed., Oct. 4 from 9am-3pm, the Environmental Educators and Naturalist Association (EENA) will be selling inexpensive Fair Trade and Organic fresh brewed coffee from Gotta Hava Java and homemade baked goods. Stop by to get your daily cup of coffee or a bite to go!!!

Submissions to CNR Reporter
All information wishing to be in the CNR Reporter should be submitted by email to cnrreport@uwsp.edu using the form at http://www.uwsp.edu/cnr/reporter/CNRReporter_Article_Form.doc. Submissions are due by 9am Friday for the following weeks CNR Reporter.

!Hey Seniors!
If you are planning on graduating in the next two semesters, stop by the Registration and Records Office in 101 SSC and fill out a graduation application. This allows the registrar and your faculty advisor to review your DPR and make sure you have met all the requirements to graduate. This step only takes a minute but it can save you lots of trouble come graduation day!

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INTERNATIONAL PROGRAMS

 GEM 'Critical Issues' International Seminar Series: Dr. Kevin Winter
Dr. Kevin Winter from the Environmental & Geographical Science Department at the University of Cape Town (UCT) in South Africa will kick off the 2006-07 GEM 'Critical Issues' International Seminar Series with this years theme focused on Sustainable Communities. Winter's seminar topic is "Helping citizens build sustainable communities in South Africa." Kevin Winter is a lead researcher in the Integrated Urban Water Management research group based at UCT. Kevin combines his experience in education and environmental science to emphasize the need for dialogue and interaction with communities that are increasingly affected by deteriorating bio-physical conditions. For more information go to http://www.uwsp.edu/cnr/gem/NewsArchive/06Sept18CIWinter.htm.
Tues., Oct. 3, 7 p.m. Ballroom (Salons E and F) Country Springs Hotel and Conference Center
1501 North Point Drive, Stevens Point
Free and open to the public

Belize/Mexico or Costa Rica Winterims
Reserve your spot today by applying in the Office of International Programs (IP) (CCC 108). Absolute application deadline is Nov. 1 but if you need a passport or financial help, apply now. These trips are a great opportunity to grow personally, explore and experience the breathtaking biodiversity of these three hospitable countries. If you have any questions, would like to see slides/photographs, or need an application visit Bobbi Kubish in CNR 174 or the Office of IP in CCC 108.
Click here for Belize/Mexico trip information (Only 3 spots remain!)
Click here for Costa Rica trip information (Only 4 spots remain!)

Costa Rica and Mexico/Belize Combo Information Session NEW
Both trips will be briefed and application procedures discussed. This is for anyone who is interested in going this winterim but may have missed the first set of sessions. It will be Mon., Oct. 9, 6-7 pm, in CNR 120. If trip spaces fill before session the date it will be cancelled and announced in the CNR Report and SMOD.

New Zealand Semester Abroad Information Session
Interested in spending the spring semester in New Zealand (and Tahiti)? Then don�t miss the Information Session on Wed., Oct. 4, 5-6pm in room 303 of the CCC. If you can�t make the meeting or have any questions contact the Office of International Programs in 108 CCC, email: intlprog@uwsp.edu, or phone: 346-3591.
Click here for New Zealand Semester Abroad information

Ever thought about going on to the Peace Corp AND Graduate School?
Why not combine the experiences? Come learn more about the Masters International Program (MIP) on Wed., Oct. 4, 6-7pm (tentative), CNR 122. Jahleezah Eskow, Peace Corp MIP Coordinator, will present information to interested students. Please try to RSVP attendance to Bobbi Kubish, bkubish@uwsp.edu, 346-3831, or stop in 174 CNR.

Click this link for more Peace Corp MIP information  
 http://www.peacecorps.gov/index.cfm?shell=resources.grads

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STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS

Environmental Educators and Naturalist Association (EENA) NEW
Come to our meeting this coming Tues. Oct. 3 at 7pm in CNR 122. Tom Quinn, the Program Manager at the Central Wisconsin Environmental Station (CWES) will be with us to talk about volunteer opportunities available at CWES. Great volunteer opportunities are available at CWES, especially for aspiring environmental educators and interpreters! Come check it out! Everyone is welcome!

Fisheries Society NEW
The Fisheries Society will meet at 5:30pm in CNR 120 on Wed. Oct. 4. All other Fisheries Society meetings will be in CNR 122 on Wed.'s at 5:30pm. Up coming events include: Tim Goeman of the Minnesota DNR will be recruiting employees on Oct. 11, Alumni Banquette on Oct. 20 and the Wisconsin River Survey, Oct. 20-22. Everyone is welcome.  

Women in Natural Resources (WiNR) NEW
Join WiNR and the Izaac Walton League in trap shooting on Tues. Oct. 10 at 4:30pm. Meet in the West Lobby of the CNR. No prior experience necessary. This is a great way to try trap shooting in a safe and friendly environment. $5/person to cover the cost of shells and clays.  Snacks will be provided. Please note the date change from Oct. 2 to Oct. 10.

Undergraduate Research Planning Committee NEW
Come to our meeting Mon. Oct. 9 at 6pm in CNR 320. Learn how you can get involved with undergraduate research, get funding, and be part of the Undergraduate Research Planning Committee. Free pizza will be provided! Contact Matt Schuler with questions at mschu307@uwsp.edu.

Waste Management Society NEW
Join us on Mon. Oct. 2 for our weekly meeting in CNR 271 at 5:30pm. We'll have free pizza! We will be discussing the upcoming wastewater conference and finalizing events for the semester. We look forward to seeing you there!

Sustainable Agriculture in Communities Society NEW
We hope you have seen us around at the involvement fair, at our bake sale, or at the garden. Come to our meetings on Tues. at 7pm in CPS 116 to check out all the stuff we are doing. Sept. 30 is our trip to Bayfield to collect apples to be pressed into cider, Oct. 8 is when the new hoophouse goes up, and sometime shortly after is when we will have a harvest dinner to celebrate. We are also planning to do workshops on canning and cheese making as well as expanding our composting operation. Come check us out!

Soil and Water Conservation Society NEW
It's time you stop treating your soil like dirt. Come join the Soil and Water Conservation Society on Thursdays at 5:30pm in CNR 255 and participate in exciting activities including college days for kids, soil judging, soil grinding, and professional speakers.

Student Law Enforcement Association NEW
Our next meeting will be this upcoming Mon. in CNR 170 at 6:00pm. Come and see what we have to offer for your environmental law enforcement career. New members welcome!

The Wildlife Society
There will be a meeting this coming Tues. Oct. 3 at 5:30pm in CNR 170.

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WORKSHOP/ACTIVITY INFORMATION

Outdoor EdVentures Events-Fall 2006
http://www.uwsp.edu/centers/outedven/trips.asp

A Call For Outdoor Writers and Student Stories
The Pointer is looking to include more student stories to the Outdoors section of the student paper. They are particularly looking for someone to submit a brief, local weekly or monthly fishing report. If you are an avid hunter, hiker, camper or simply enjoy the outdoors then submit your ideas and interests to Anne Frie at afrie140@uwsp.edu. It is a great chance to get your name published!

Fall Semester Resume Workshops
Resume workshops focused towards students with majors in the sciences will be offered 7-9pm in #A201 Science Building by Mike Pagel from UWSP Career Services on the following dates:

Wed., Sept. 27
Tues., Oct. 17
Mon., Oct. 23
Thurs., Nov. 2
Wed., Nov. 29

All sessions are identical in content, so students only need to attend one session. The information obtained from one of these sessions will enable you to write a rough draft of your resume, after which you may make appointments to refine it. Participants should be prepared to take notes. Students graduating in Dec. '06 are encouraged to attend a session as soon as possible. Students graduating in May '07 are encouraged to attend a session by the end of this semester. All continuing students and faculty are welcome to attend. Contact Mike Pagel at mpagel@uwsp.edu or 346-3226 or 346-4557 with questions.

GIS/GPS Workshop
An introduction with hands-on exercises. Learn how these fascinating new technologies are reshaping our world and creating new paradigms of understanding. With this computer based technology, you will find applications for almost anyone interested in natural resources. No previous experience is necessary. The course is taught at Treehaven, Tomahawk, WI on Oct. 14-15 by Kevin Lawton. Weekend package costs $155 and includes instruction, all meals, and lodging. Commuter package costs $135. Contact John Heusinkveld at (715) 453-4106 or at treehaven@uwsp.edu. Registrations due Oct. 6.

Wildlife Student Hunter Awareness Class
Sign up for NR 405/605, Wildlife Hunter Awareness, a one credit class. This class will teach students who have NOT hunted before, about the history, ethics, conservation, and passion of hunters and hunting while at the McGraw Wildlife Foundation property in Dundee, Illinois. Two sections are available, either Oct. 5-8 or Oct. 26-29. Space is limited. See Dr. Lueck in CNR 245 or email her at dlueck@uwsp.edu if interested.

BIGS IN BADGES
Do you like spending time with kids in the outdoors? Are you looking to enhance your resume and gain excellent contacts and references? If so, Big Brothers/Big Sisters is looking for volunteers to take kids hunting, fishing, or just spend time outside. If you are interested contact Kimberly Williams at kwill752@uwsp.edu or come to the SLEA meetings on Mondays.

Volunteer Opportunity
The Humane Society of Portage County shelter is looking for volunteers to assist with the opening of their brand new building. People are needed to help guide visitors through the new facility, socialize with cats, walk dogs, and educate visitors and the public about everything from how the shelter benefits the community to pet care and dog bite prevention. Please contact Jessica Huxman at jhuxm121@uwsp.edu or 345-0493.

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SCHOLARSHIPS
*Click on title for application and more information

WGIF (WI Green Industry Federation) Scholarship
Deadline: Oct. 13

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Rusk County Lake Classification Coordinator
Job Announcement
Job Description
Application
Deadline: Sept. 30

Employment Links
Links to every conservation/environmental management state agency for all 50 states and the District of Columbia which usually post job opportunities (including seasonal jobs and internships) put together by Mike Pagel from Career Services. There are 176 agencies linked along with 161 employment pages.
http://www.uwsp.edu/career/Science.htm

Environmental Education/Interpretation Jobs
Many job opportunities are available! Visit www.uwsp.edu/cnr/schmeeckle/interp/jobs/ for more information.

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