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Nov. 12-16, 2007

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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 will will have walk-in hours on Mon. from 1-2:30, Tues. from 2:30-4, and Thurs. and Fri. from 10-11:30am. The CNR Student Success Center (CNR 180) is open Mon.-Thurs. 8-4:30pm and Fri. 8-3.

Timetable Now Online
The timetable for spring semester 2008 is now available online. You can access it through your MyPoint page under the academics tab.

!Freshman and Sophomores
Peer advising has begun. Come in soon so you can get ready to register for classes next semester. A sign up sheet will be available outside of the CNR Student Success Center (CNR 180). Please sign your name legibly so that we can read it.

New Majors
New majors in Resource Management: Law Enforcement and Resource Management: Policy are now available. Stop by CNR 180 to add these majors or to pick up the planning sheets.

European Environmental Studies Seminar NEW
The list for the Europe trip this summer will not be available by Monday. Watch the reporter next week for more information.

Help make sure the tax on your hunting and fishing equipment is going to the right place!
To continue getting Wisconsin's share of the federal excise tax you pay when you buy hunting and fishing equipment, DNR needs to update its Fish, Wildlife and Habitat Management Plan for 2007-2013. You can help! Please take this survey to share your thoughts on natural resource issues and priorities Wisconsin needs to address over the next six years.

Fall Colloquium Series: Energy & Natural Resources
Click on the above title to see this fall’s exciting line up of speakers as they discuss various aspects of our energy issues.

Physics 201!
There have been four new sections of Physics 201 added to the Spring 2008 timetable.

Environmental Toxicology Lab - WATR 496/696
Will be offered Spring 2008 Tuesdays 2:00-4:30. This 2-credit course is offered only in even years. Students will learn how to perform biological assays that can be used to determine the presence of harmful substances in water or soil. These techniques have diverse practical applications for K-12 science teachers, Peace Corp volunteers as well as water resource professionals. Class size is limited. No prerequisites. Contact Ron Crunkilton for additional information.
*Water 496 will be offered, but Water 494 will not be offered. It is only offered in odd years.

Forestry 499 - Are you interested in working with non-industrial private forest landowners?
Non-industrial private forest landowners own 59 percent of America's woodlands and 57 percent of Wisconsin's woodlands. They account for a majority of the wood that is harvested which supply America's forest products industry. Forestry 499 (Section 2) Private Forest Management is designed to introduce students to the skills necessary for agency, industry, and private consultant foresters to work with and develop forest stewardship management plans for these family forest landowners. This course will provide you with an introduction to Wisconsin's Managed Forest Law and Certified Plan Writer curriculum as well as the profession of consulting forestry in Wisconsin.

Forestry 499 (Section 2) Private Forest Management will be offered this coming spring semester. Please feel free to contact me with any questions that you might have about this course or your advisor to see how it fits into your degree program.

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INTERNATIONAL PROGRAMS

International Education Week is here! (November 12-18) NEW

Check out all the campus activities at: http://www.uwsp.edu/studyabroad/ You are welcome to attend the International Education Week Open House on Wednesday evening in the NFAC.

Cool Happenings in the CNR. Check 'em out!:

West Lobby International booths: Tuesday - Friday
2nd Annual CNR International Photo contest! Yee haa!!! Dust off that perfect international photo and enter it in the annual contest for CNR students and faculty. This year, we are requesting hard copy 5x7 submissions for display in the CNR WEST Lobby. Students and faculty will judge. Prizes available. Photo entries due November 14th at noon- during International Education Week. Two Categories: 1. Environment and Nature, 2. People and Culture. Two photo entries per person per category only. Direct questions to Bobbi Kubish, CNR 192; 346-3831.

Click here for complete contest rules and entry form! Word version or pdf version

Click here to see last year's photo contest winners.

Judge the CNR International Photo Contestants! - Thursday (all day) and Friday (until noon); CNR WEST LOBBY
GEM Critical Issues International Seminar Series! Open to the Public

Topic: Common Stewardship in a Changing World

Presenter: Galen Fulford, The Ecovillage Institute, Findhorn, Scotland

When: Tuesday November 13, 7 p.m.

Where: UWSP Collins Classroom Center, Room 101

Hosted by: UWSP Global Environmental Management Education Center

Environmental Initiatives and Friends of Nature Organization presentation by Chinese guest Ms. Yan Meng; Wednesday, November 14; CNR 122; 5-6 pm
Meet the CNR's International Students! Click here. Stop and say hello when you see them!

GEM AMBASSADORS NEEDED for Summer 2008

Interested in traveling abroad for little cost? Gaining natural resource career experience internationally? Then consider becoming a GEM Ambassador. We are recruiting NOW!

Applications due Nov. 16, ambassadors will be selected before Christmas break. This summer's destinations: India and Kenya only - groups of 3 or 4 will be traveling together. For more information email Ron Tschida or Bobbi Kubish. Click here for application information: http://www.uwsp.edu/cnr/GEM/index.htm

GEM Critical Issues International Seminar Series NEW
You are invited to attend the 2nd session of the GEM Critical Issues International Seminar Series! The theme for this year's series is the United Nations Millenium Development Goals: Update on Building a Sustainable Future. The next session, featuring Galen Fulford of the Ecovillage Institute in Findhorn, Scotland, will be Tues, Nov. 13 at 7pm. in CCC 101.

Mr. Fulford will be speaking about community collaboration in natural resources management. Many of Fulford's projects, especially those in India and Bolivia, support the objectives of the UN's Millenium Development Goals.

The event is free and open to the public!

Ghana, West Africa: Sustainable Forestry in Tropical Ecosystems - Summer 2008
Northern Arizona University and University of Wisconsin -Stevens Point are offering a 3-week (3- credit) field course in sustainable forest management practices for tropical ecosystems in Ghana, West Africa. The course is taught in cooperation with local educators and research colleagues and includes time in both dry- and wet-tropical forest ecosystems. See flyer for more information or contact Dr. Holly Petrillo or Bobbi Kubish for more information.

Course Flyer

Iguanas, jaguars, and sting rays, oh my.

The deadline to sign up for Mexico/Belize is coming near. Contact the Office of International Programs or Bobbi Kubish for more information. This is a wonderful trip and a life changing experience.

Belize/Yucatan Info Sheet

Phi Kappa Phi Study Abroad Grant NEW
Deadline: Feb. 18

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STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS

Students for Sustainable Communities (formerly SPA) NEW
Our next meeting will be Nov. 13 at 7pm CNR 120. Stop and check out our exciting plans for a student housing efficiency survey. Contact Ben at bvond464@uwsp.edu with questions.

Environmental Educators and Naturalists Association (EENA/NAI)
Get ready for the EENA bake sale on Nov. 14. We'll have plenty of great food to go around. Our next meeting will be Tues. Nov. 13. Hear about the exciting time members of our group had at the NAI national workshop.

The Wildlife Society
Don't forget to save your wild game for the game dinner on Dec. 5th! Meetings are Tuesday's at 5pm in CNR 170.

SPEAK UP in SGA!
Hey CNR Students! EVERY WEEK SGA votes on legislation that directly affects you as students! Let your CNR Senators know how YOU feel and what YOU want. Check out our new board in the first floor, south hallway of the CNR (right by the West Lobby). Share your thoughts and opinions on the latest legislation and take time to express any concerns you have for UWSP. We are here to represent you! Stop by and have your voice heard!

American Water Resources Association (AWRA) NEW
There will be no meeting Nov. 13. Meetings are every Tues. at 5pm in CNR 252.

Society of American Foresters
Join SAF every Thurs. in CNR 170 at 5pm. We'll have a new "tree of the week", speaker, or activity for you every week. Hope to see you there!

Sustainable Agriculture in Communities Society
It's gettin' cold outside but we'll still be growing vegetables. See how. Stop by our meetings on Tues. at 7:30pm CPS 234. A lot of cool projects will be going on so check us out. Contact: phube397@uwsp.edu

Parks and Recreation Association
Our meetings are every Wed. at 6pm CNR 361. Hope to see you there! Email kwill752@uwsp.edu for more information.

Fisheries Society
Join us for meetings every Wednesday at 5:30pm in CNR 320. There are lots of exciting fish surveys, guest speakers, and other projects planned for this semester. We hope to see you there!

Herpetology Society Meetings
Meetings are Mondays at 6pm in CNR 354. If you have a passion for Reptiles and Amphibians this is the place to be! Come and learn hands on care, handling, identifying and interesting facts about native and non-native herpetiles. The Herpetology Society has many speakers and field trips planned so come and join the fun.

UWSP Fire Crew
Engine Captain Scott Linn from the Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest will be guest speaking at this week's Fire Crew meeting on Thur, Nov. 15 at 6pm. Scott will be giving a presentation on fire behavior and fire operations in the Pacific Northwest as well as talking about fire-related job opportunities around the Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest. Please note: this meeting will be held in CNR 120.

Women in Natural Resources
Mon, Nov. 12 - 5pm, CNR 320 - 10th Annual WiNR Pot Luck- Bring a dish to pass. Main dish, beverages and dinnerware provided. Great chance to meet our awesome female CNR faculty and staff! We will also be speaking about women's health and environmental influences.

Society of Ecological Restoration
If you are interested in assisting the WDNR with habitat restoration/enhancement for priority endangered resources, SER is the organization for you! One of several dates has already been set in November for one of two WDNR sponsored habitat restoration projects dealing primarily with the endangered karner blue butterfly! To learn more, come to our bi-monthly meetings held Mon. 6pm in CNR 120. Contact: Paul Cigan (pciga971@uwsp.edu)

Waste Management Society
Waste Management Society meets every other Tuesday at 5:30pm, CNR 262.

Student Society of Arboriculture (SSA) NEW
SSA Meeting! Join us for an awesome Air Spade demonstration presented by the Wachtel Tree Service. We will meet on Tues, Nov.11 in CNR 255 at 4pm before heading outside, so dress for the weather. Everyone is welcome.

Student Law Enforcement Association (SLEA) NEW
Our Next meeting is Mon. Nov. 12 at 6pm in CNR 170. Wisconsin Conservation Warden Dave Allan will talk to us about ‘man tracking’. This should be a very interesting presentation as I am sure many of us are unfamiliar with what this involves. New members are always welcome so bring a friend… ALSO we will be doing apparel orders so bring your money! See you Monday!

WI Camps NEW
WI Camps meets every 2^nd and 4^th Monday at 5pm in room 352 of the CNR. If you are interested in camping, kids and fun come check us out. Activities include conferences, networking with camping professionals, speakers, and fun socials. Hope to see you there!

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WORKSHOP/ACTIVITY INFORMATION

Outdoor EdVentures Events
http://www.uwsp.edu/centers/healthwellness/outedven/trips.asp

SCA Conservation in Action Multimedia Contest
The SCA is having a contest for creative, environmentally aware students to help raise awareness about environmental issues. Entries can be submitted in the form of a research project, thesis, video, website, or other multimedia project. For more information click on the title to view the website.
Deadline: Dec. 1

Anyone hunting doves at Buena Vista
If you are willing to let your kill be sampled for trichomoniasis please contact Kristina Artner at kartn508@uwsp.edu. The sample is a simple oral swab taken within 2 days of the kill. Thanks.

Schmeeckle Reserve Program Schedule
Click on the title to see a list of programs held at Schmeeckle Reserve this fall.

YMCA Ski & Sport Swap
Sat. Nov. 10 from 11am - 2:30pm. Buy or Sell new and used downhill & cross country ski equipment, snowboards, boots, clothing, ice/in-line skates, other sports equipment and camping gear. Want to sell? Equipment check-in is Fri. Nov. 9 from 5:30-7:30pm or Sat. Nov. 10 from 8:30 - 10:30am. Sale is held at the Stevens Point Area YMCA. Volunteers needed. Call the YMCA at 342-2980 ext. 308 for more information. Sponsored by: UWSP Ski & Snow Board and UWSP Outdoor EdVentures

Invitation to Attend Environmental Monitoring Conference
“Students Making a Difference: Citizen Science Monitoring” is the theme of the 2007 Governor’s High School Conference on the Environment. The event is Wed, Nov. 14, 2007 from 8am until 3:20pm at the Country Springs Hotel. UWSP students and staff are invited to join the high school students and teachers attending this event. Highlights include keynote presentations by Dr. Eric Anderson and Stan Gruszynski, presentations from 20 different citizen-based monitoring programs, and an exhibit hall featuring a careers showcase. To learn more visit: www.uwsp.edu/wcee/youthconference. UWSP students can register for only $15 which includes lunch. To register, contact Sunshine Buchholz, sbuchhol@uwsp.edu or 346-2014.

Interested in Federal Jobs? NEW
There will be speakers from the US Department of Agriculture offering information about federal employment next week. This program is open to all majors who are interested in federal employment. It will be held on Wed, Nov. 14 from 3-5pm in CCC 214. This program is sponsored by UWSP Career Services.

Treehaven Classes and Workshops

Snowshoe Weaving
Workshop to weave your own beautiful, functional pair of Ojibwa, Bear Paw or Alaskan snowshoes.
WHEN: Fri. 7pm-1pm Sun, Nov. 9-11, 2007.
INSTRUCTOR: Chris Johnson.
FEE: Full Package-$240.00 includes 5 meals, lodging-2/room, instruction & kit; Commuter Package-$175.00 includes 3 meals, instruction & kit. Registration due November 2, 2007. Contact: (715) 453-4106 (6315 from campus); e-mail treehaven@uwsp.edu or visit www.uwsp.edu/cnr/treehaven

Snowshoe Furniture & Accessory Weaving
Learn the ancient weaving pattern and knot used in traditional snowshoe making to create a folding snowshoe rocker.
WHEN: Sat. 9 am-7pm Nov. 12, 2007.
INSTRUCTOR: Chris Johnson, at Treehaven. Tomahawk
FEE: $155.00 NOTE: includes 2 meals, kit, materials and instruction. Registration due November 2, 2007; Contact: (715) 453-4106 (6315 from campus); e-mail treehaven@uwsp.edu or visit www.uwsp.edu/cnr/treehaven

Group Process and Facilitation Skills
Learn and practice group process and facilitation skills that can be used to develop highly effective teams that produce high quality results. WHEN: Nov. 30-Dec. 2, 2007 (Nov. 29 optional), at Treehaven. Students wanting graduate credit or wishing to take it as a non-credit participant visit www.uwsp.edu/cnr/treehaven for a brochure and more information.

Wolf Ecology Workshops
Experience shared learning with other wolf enthusiasts while tracking, studying in the classroom and field. You will experience actual tracking and a night time howling survey.
WHEN: 6:45 Friday through lunch Sunday, Feb. 1-3, 2008 or Feb. 29-Mar. 2, 2008.
WHERE: UWSP-Treehaven, Tomahawk.
INSTRUCTORS: TWIN Staff.
FEE: Full Package $175 includes all meals, lodging & instruction; Commuter Package $125 includes 2 meals & instruction. NOTE: Excellent undergraduate and graduate credit opportunity. Registrations due Jan. 25 or February 22. Contact: (715) 453-4106 (6315 from campus); e-mail treehaven@uwsp.edu or visit www.uwsp.edu/cnr/treehaven

Fly Tying & Trout Stream Entomology
This favorite workshop will introduce you to: basic fly tying techniques, tools and materials, trout stream invertebrates, stream ecology, resource ethics, and theories on hatch matching and fly presentation. You’ll have loads of fun learning to tie common, effective fly patterns for trout at a fraction of the cost!
WHEN: 7:00 p.m. Fri.-lunch on Sun., Mar.7-9, 2008.
INSTRUCTORS: Gary Glennon, Stu Nelson, and Jeff Dimick, UWSP.
FEE: Weekend Retreat Package: $180.00 Includes 5 meals, lodging-2/room, instruction and materials; Commuter Package: $130.00 includes Saturday lunch & dinner, Sunday lunch, instruction, and materials; Kids under 18 Package: $126.00 with adult package; includes 5 meals, instruction, materials, and free lodging with adult package. (3 kids packages per adult package). NOTE: Excellent opportunity for one undergraduate credit. Registration due Feb. 29, 2008.

Bigs and Badges/Outdoor Mentors

For those of you interested in gaining some volunteer community service experience, Bigs and Badges and Outdoor Mentors are two excellent opportunities for you to get involved. These programs are in partnership with Big Brothers Big Sisters of America. Become a big brother or sister and share your interest and knowledge of the outdoors with a little. For information, contact Rachel Ward at rward973@uwsp.edu

or call (715) 341-0661.

Are you interested in getting a Commercial Pesticide Applicator ' s License?
This spring we are offering a course NR 405 (Section 2) Vegetation Management that will help you do just that. This course is a one credit course offered on Mondays from 5-6pm. The course will function both as a tutorial for the Commercial Pesticide Applicator's License exam as well as a general overview course in vegetation management. A Saturday field trip will highlight field application techniques including use of application equipment, application safety and instruction on equipment calibration. The course will finish up with the applicator's exam. A Commercial Pesticide Applicator's License is an awesome addition to a resume.

NR 405 (Section 2) Vegetation Management will be offered this coming spring semester. Please feel free to contact Professors Mike Demchik, John DuPlissis and Les Werner with any questions that you might have about this course or your advisor to see how it fits into your degree program.

Women in Horticulture Conference
Conference Flyer
Conference Registration Application

Graduate Seminars
Graduate seminars are every Tues. and Thurs. at 4pm in CNR 120. Click on the title for the seminar schedule.

Photography Print Raffle
Raffle Tickets for a Framed Photography Print can be bought in CNR 180. All proceeds will go to Northwoods Wildlife Center Minocqua. Tickets at 1/$1 or 6/$5. Tickets can be purchesd until Nov. 12. Do not need to be present at drawing to win. To view print go to http://www.northwoodswildlifecenter.com/ scroll to the bottom of the page or go to CNR 180. Sponsored by WiNR.

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SCHOLARSHIPS
*Click on title for application and more information

Wisconsin Arborists Association (WAA) Scholarship
WAA Scholarship Application
Deadline: Dec. 15

Federation of Environmental Technologists Scholarships NEW
Deadline: Jan. 15

Garden Club of America Urban Forestry Scholarship
The GCA is offering a $4,000 scholarship. Click on the title for information.
Deadline: Jan. 31

Phi Kappa Phi Graduate Fellowship NEW
Deadline: Mar. 1

Phi Kappa Phi Sophomore Scholarship NEW
Deadline: Feb. 1

Outdoor Writers Association of America Scholarship
Deadline: Mar. 1

RMEF- Wildlife Leadership Awards
Deadline: Mar. 1

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
*For job descriptions and application process, click on title of job (it will link you to a PDF).

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.
Deadlines are approaching.

WDNR Limited Term Employment Jobs
Seasonal jobs from across the state. Many positions are available.

More Jobs
For more jobs stop by the Student Success Center (CNR 180) and ask to take a look at the job book.

WI DNR LTE Office Assistant
Deadline: Nov. 9

Wood Duck Field Assistants South Carolina
Deadline: Nov. 9

Teaching Naturalist at Pathfinder Ranch Outdoor Education School Mountain Center, CA
Deadline: Nov. 10

Evening Environmental Education Staff, DC Everest Area School Forest
Deadline: Nov. 10

Hunt Hill Audubon Sanctuary Program Director Sarona, WI
Deadline: Interviews begin Nov. 12

Forestry Technician Alpine, AZ
Deadline: Nov.13

Marking Foreman Flagstaff, AZ
Deadline: Nov. 16

Ducks Unlimited Graduate Fellowship
Deadline: Nov. 16

Assistant Property Manager Indiana DNR Indianapolis, IN
Deadline: Nov. 17

Waterfowl Technician Position
Deadline: Nov. 30

Ducks Unlimited Manager of Conservation Programs Houston, TX
Deadline: Dec. 3

NRCS Summer 2008 Positions, Texas
Deadline: Dec. 14, 2007

Aldo Leopold Foundation Internship Baraboo, WI NEW
Deadline: Dec. 17

EPA Greater Research Opportunities Fellowships and Internships
The EPA is offering positions for Junior and Senior undergraduate positions for the summer. Click on the title to check out the website. Deadline is Dec. 19.

US Forest Service Student Temporary and Career Employment Bulletin
View the available bulletin to look at jobs with the US Forest Service through the STEP and SCEP programs.
Deadline: Dec. 31

Organic Valley: Regional Farmers Relations Representative NEW
Deadline: ASAP

Sage Grouse Field Assistant Eastern Nevada
Deadline: ASAP

Wisconsin K-12 Energy Education Program (KEEP) Web Developer
Looking to hire freshman or sophomore student.
Deadline: ASP

Sage Grouse Field Assistant Reno, NV
Deadline: ASAP

Director of Conservation-Land Management Madison, WI
Deadline: ASAP

Student Conservation Association Program Coordinator Milwaukee, WI
Deadline ASAP

Midwest Renewable Energy Association Events Coordinator Custer, WI
Deadline: ASAP

National Wildlife Federation Regional Representative Ann Arbor, MI
Deadline: ASAP

Natural Resource Specialist Bison, SD
Application
Deadline: ASAP

NW Area Forester Bison, SD
Deadline: ASAP

Living Forest Cooperative Ashland, WI

AmeriCorps-The Nature Conservancy, OR

Job Announcement for CNR and Biology Seniors
Position offers part-time employment through this academic year and opportunity for a graduate position.
Deadline: ASAP.

Wildlife and Fisheries Technician Positions
Go to the DNR employment page to check out some of the wildlife and fisheries openings.

Wisconsin League of Conservation Voters Positions
Field Organizer
Systems Manager
Development Director
Deadlines vary for each position. Click on the position titles to view the various openings.

Woodland Management Services Forestry Positions

ArborCare Resources, Inc. Hailey, ID

Rock River Planning Coordinator
Deadline: Open until filled.

Natural Resources Recreation Manager
Deadline: Apply ASAP.

NRCS Soil and Ag Positions
Soil Conservation Tech Position
Ag Engineer Student Trainee
How to Apply for Jobs in Wisconsin
NRCS Jobs Flyer
NRCS Careers
NRCS Benefits

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