September 25-29, 2006
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-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. from 1-2:30. Quick
questions only!
CNR Student Success Center (CNR 180) is open Mon.-Fri. 8-4:30pm.
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!
!Application
To The CNR
Students who have completed 45
cr. and have a 2.00 GPA in major must apply for formal acceptance into the
College of Natural Resources. Application forms are available in CNR Student
Success Center (CNR 180). The
deadline for applications is Sept. 30.
!CNR
Scholarships
The CNR Undergraduate Scholarship
application is now available on-line on the Student Success Center website at
http://www.uwsp.edu/cnr/studentsuccesscenter/.
Application deadline is Sept. 29 at 4pm.
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INTERNATIONAL PROGRAMS
GEM 'Critical Issues' International Seminar Series: Dr. Kevin Winter
NEW
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.
Tuesday, 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
Click here for Costa Rica trip information
New Zealand
Semester Abroad Information Session
NEW
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?
NEW
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 here for more Peace Corp MIP information
http://www.peacecorps.gov/index.cfm?shell=resources.grads
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STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS
The Wildlife Society
There will be no meeting on Sept. 26. Keep checking your emails for any
project updates. There will be a meeting Oct. 3 at 5:30pm in CNR 170.
American Water
Resources Association
NEW
ATTENTION...If you're looking to have some fun in the water while gaining
experience and knowledge in the Water Resources field come to our project
kick-off meeting. This Tuesday the 26th @ 5:00 p.m. in CNR rm. 240
we invite everyone interested in water to attend. We have some exciting new
projects this year that are looking for some energized students. Food may be
involved...
Sustainable
Agriculture in Communities Society
We hope
you have seen us around at the involvement fair, at our bake sale, or at the
garden. Come to our meetings on Tuesdays at 7:00pm in CPS 116 to check out all
the stuff we are doing. September 30 is our trip to Bayfield to collect apples
to be pressed into cider, October 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!
Waste Management
Society
NEW
Come to the Waste Management Society
meeting on Mon. Sept. 25 at 5:30pm and see what is planned for the semester. The
meeting will be held in room 255 of the CNR and there will be pizza so come
hungry!
Women in
Natural Resources
Monday, Sept.
25th... Come for fun and PIZZA. The WiNR board members will be talking about
their summer internship experiences, and giving you great ideas for job
opportunities. WiNR will be providing pizza. Please bring your own beverage.
CNR 255 @ 6:00 P.M.
Also,
next weekend, Sept. 29-30,
WiNR will be going camping and canoeing. No need for a canoe, we will be renting
them. WiNR will provide snacks and breakfast. If you missed the deadline for
sign up, and still want to come, let Maddie know ASAP at
mturn704@uwsp.edu.
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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
NEW
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
NEW
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
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/JobSearchInfo/JobSrchByFields/SciJobLink/cnr/Government.htm
Environmental Education/Interpretation Jobs
Many job opportunities are available! Visit
www.uwsp.edu/cnr/schmeeckle/interp/jobs/ for more information.
Rusk County Lake Classification Coordinator
Job Announcement
Job Description
Application
Deadline: Sept. 30
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