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October 1-5, 2007

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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 are Mon. from 1-2:30 and Wed. and Thurs. from 10-11:30. The CNR Student Success Center (CNR 180) is open Mon.-Fri. 8-4:30pm.

 !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 the CNR Student Success Center (CNR 180). The deadline for applications is Sept. 28.

Timetable Now Online NEW
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 NEW
Peer advising starts this week. 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).

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 Seminar Informational Meeting NEW
The informational meeting for the 2008 European Environmental Studies Seminar to Poland, Iceland and Germany will be held on Mon, Oct. 22 at 5pm in CNR 120. The application for this program will be on-line after the meeting.

GIS Pre-registration NEW
If you plan on taking a GIS class next semester (Geography 279 or 476) you must pre-register with the geography department. The dates for pre-registration are Oct. 22-Nov. 1. You may pre-register at the Geography/Geology Department office, Science D332.

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.

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 INTERNATIONAL PROGRAMS

GEM Ambassador Recruitment for Summer 2008! NEW
Interested in gaining natural resource experience abroad AND spending little of your own money to do so? Recruiting for GEM Ambassador Program NOW. Applications due November 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 
Seats are limited. Sign up today for a great WINTERIM experience!
It is imperative that if you are interested in a winterim trip and have not yet signed up to do so immediately as we will begin academic preparation for the trip during fall semester.
  • Belize and Mexico (Yucatan Peninsula) Winterim 2007-08
    Sign up today for this 3 credit, once in a lifetime field course that combines natural resources (forestry, wildlife, waters, EE/I) and Mayan culture in two amazing countries. Explore the Yucatan Peninsula, biological reserves, national parks, rainforests, pine forests, a bat cave (over 10 million, 7 different species), Belize Zoo and Education Center, snorkel in the second largest barrier reef in the world and climb breathtaking Mayan temples. Please contact Mike Demchik (trip leader), Bobbi Kubish (CNR IP Coordinator) or stop by the International Programs Office if you have any questions. Click on title for more information.
  • Tanzania, Africa Winterim
    Challenge yourself to a hike to the top of Kilimanjaro Mountain (20,000 ft), be mesmerized while participating in an African safari in the wild Serengeti, meet tribal people and study forest and resource management issues. Trip limited to 10 participants. Please contact Bobbi Kubish (CNR IP Coordinator) or stop by the International Programs Office if you have any questions. Click on title for more information.
  • Costa Rica 2007-2008
     The 3 credit Tropical Ecology winterim field course has 21 participants. It is imperative that if you are interested and have not yet signed up to do so immediately as we will begin academic preparation for the trip during fall semester. Please contact Ron Crunkilton, Sara Windjue, Bobbi Kubish or stop by the International Programs Office if you have any questions. Click on Costa Rica in the title for more information.
Study Abroad Funding website
Planning an educational trip abroad but low on cash? Try searching this website for financial help: http://www.studyabroadfunding.org/

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 STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS

 Environmental Educators and Naturalists Association (EENA/NAI
Our next meeting will be Tues, Oct. 9 in CNR 122. Hope to see you there.

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)
Meetings are every Tues. at 5pm in CNR 252.

The Wildlife Society
The next meeting will be Tuesday at 5pm in CNR 170. We hope to see you there.

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
 The first annual harvest dinner will be Oct. 14 at 6pm in the CPS Café hosted by SACS. There will be a lot of great food, music, speakers, and a presentation about what we did this summer in the garden. See contact information if you are interested in attending.  Stop by the garden on Tuesdays. We will be doing some projects starting at 6pm and meetings are at 7:30pm in the garden or in CPS 234. A lot of cool projects will be going on so check us out. Contact info: 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.

 Roots and Shoots
Our next meeting will be Wed. Oct. 10, 5pm in the WCEE(4th Floor Library) see you then.

Women in Natural Resources (WiNR)
 Sat, Oct. 6, 12:30pm - ? – Apple and pumpkin picking at Helene’s Hilltop Orchard in Merrill. Afterwards, we will be baking up apple pies at Sue’s house!  Sue will provide sloppy joes for supper and we can eat the pies and ice cream for dessert!! Bring money to buy a pumpkin and extra apples if you want. E-mail Sue to RSVP and with question: skissing@uwsp.edu

Mon, Oct.  8, 4:30pm, meet in the CNR west lobby. Trap shooting with the Izaak Walton League. 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. Some snacks and beverages will be provided.

UWSP Fire Crew NEW
We are a student organization focused on wildland fire fighting. If you are interested in becoming a member, or you would like to learn more about us, please join us at one of our meetings or stop by our office. Fire Crew meetings are held weekly on Thursday evenings at 6pm in CNR 170, and our office is located in CNR 361A.

Society for Ecological Restoration NEW
Come one, come all! No matter what your major is, if you want to join an organization that is dedicated to working in, and learning more about restoring many different ecosystems, this is every Monday night. A set meeting location has not been decided, so meet outside of CNR 120 for the meeting this Mon, Oct. 1.

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 WORKSHOP/ACTIVITY INFORMATION

 Resume Workshops
Fall resume workshops have been scheduled for the following dates and times. Workshops are open to all CNR and science majors and are free of charge. Here are the workshop sessions:

Thursday, September 27th
Monday, October 8th
Wednesday, October 17th
Thursday, November 1st
Tuesday, November 6th

Workshops will be held in CNR 120 from 7 to 9 PM. All sessions are identical in content, so students need to attend only one program. Signup is NOT required. Make sure that you do not miss these outstanding opportunities.
Outdoor EdVentures Events
 http://www.uwsp.edu/centers/healthwellness/outedven/trips.asp

2008 Lakes Convention Call for Presenters
Conference Dates: April 17-19, 2008
Submission deadline: Fri. Oct. 5, 2007 click on title for more details.

Furbearer Ecology Workshop
There will be a workshop about the ecology, management, and trapping techniques of furbearers. The workshop will be held Sept. 28-30 and costs only $25. Click on the title for the registration form. The form should be returned to Dr. Anderson by Mon, Sept. 24.

 Midwest Environmental Education Conference (MEEC)
Oct. 18-20 at UWSP! Early bird registration deadline is Sept. 27. Cost is only $15 for students. Click on title for more information.
For a student scholarship and registration form click here. Return the form to an EENA officer or Dr. Brenda Lackey, CNR 182.
Want to Learn About Hunting and Participate in an Actual Hunt?
Conservation Leaders for Tomorrow will be holding a 1-credit class, NR 405, Oct. 11-14, 2007 where you can learn about hunting and participate in trap shooting and a pheasant hunt. Click title for more info and contacts.

Anyone hunting doves at Buena Vista NEW
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.

 2007 Fall Candlelight Hike: Going Batty at Schmeeckle Reserve NEW
 The Candlelight Hike will feature a one-mile torch-lit trail through Schmeeckle Reserve on Fri, Oct. 26 from 6:30-9:30pm. Eat like a bat if you dare! Make your very own bat puppet and paint a pumpkin for your doorstep while you're at it. We will also be offering a new program this year, “Bats of Schmeeckle” that will be put on by the students of the Environmental Education/Interpretation practicum. The bats of central Wisconsin will come to life as they share their stories of survival. Discover where our bats live, what they eat and how they hunt. `Also learn about the new bat monitoring station in Schmeeckle reserve and see how researchers monitor bats by recording their sounds. 

Schmeeckle Weekly Special NEW
Get 10% off all beeswax candles.

Treehaven Classes and Workshops

GPS/GIS-Global Positioning Systems & Geographic Information Systems
This is an introductory workshop 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. Equipment will be used outside part of the time. No previous experience is necessary. Attention UWSP Students:  
WHEN: 9am Sat.-4pm Sun, Nov. 3-4, 2007.
INSTRUCTOR: Kevin Lawton, UWSP, at Treehaven. Tomahawk.
FEE: Weekend Package-$160.00 includes instruction, all meals, and lodging-2 per room; Commuter Package: $140.00 - includes instruction, and 3 meals. NOTE: Graduate and undergraduate credit available; Students seeking credit must pay a tuition fee in addition to the workshop fee. This course is not intended for students who have already taken a GPS/GIS course on campus. If you have further questions, contact John Heusinkveld, Treehaven Assistant Director, at  715.453.4106 or e-mail  treehaven@uwsp.edu or visit www.uwsp.edu/cnr/treehaven

 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


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 SCHOLARSHIPS
*Click on title for application and more information

!CNR Scholarships
The CNR undergraduate scholarship application will be available from October 1 - 31 on the Student Success Website - https://forms.uwsp.edu/CNR/scholarship/scholarship_application_info.htm  
Allow for approximately 1 hour to complete the application.  Also, please be VERY PROFESSIONAL on your application, as the information will be forwarded to the scholarship donors for their approval - typographical or grammatical errors and sloppy workmanship will prevent you from receiving favorable consideration from the donors. 
December 2007 graduates are not eligible for CNR scholarships
Graduate students - this scholarship application is for undergraduate students only.  Any CNR scholarships that are intended for graduate students will be chosen by the discipline in which the scholarship is housed. 

Wisconsin Green Industry Federation (WGIF) Scholarship
Deadline: Oct. 12

Wisconsin Waterfowl Hunters’ Conference Wildlife Research Scholarship
There is a newly-established Wisconsin Waterfowl Hunters’ Conference Wildlife Research Scholarship for CNR undergraduate students. The 2007 grant award will be $500 and will be given to a project that demonstrates the greatest potential for enhancing or promoting the future of healthy waterfowl populations and habitat in Wisconsin.

Applicants should submit a 1-page proposal to Dr. Eric Anderson that includes: 1) Project description/overview (e.g., problem/need and goal); 2) Project steps and timeline; and 3) Estimated project cost / budget. Awardee(s) will be chosen by WWHC representatives and must present their project results, progress or plans at the annual Wisconsin Waterfowl Hunters’ Conference in spring of 2008. Deadline for applying is Sept. 28.

Wisconsin Association of Professional Agricultural Consultants (WAPAC) Scholarship NEW
WAPAC is offering a $1,500 scholarship to students who have recently completed a summer internship in an agriculture production field. Please stop by the CNR Student Success Center (CNR 180) for more information and to pick up an application.
Deadline: Nov. 2

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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.

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.

 Forestry Tech. Emerald Ash Borer Detection Survey NEW
Deadline: Sept. 28
Minnesota Waterfowl Association Wetland Restoration Technician
Deadline: Sept. 28

 Florida Bird Initiatives Coordinator NEW
 Deadline: Oct. 1
Wildlife Biologist, Central Flyway Representative Lakewood, CO
Deadline: Oct. 5

 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.

Living Forest Cooperative Ashland, WI NEW

AmeriCorps-The Nature Conservancy, OR NEW

Job Announcement for CNR and Biology Seniors NEW
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 NEW

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The CNR Reporter is a weekly publication of the College of Natural Resources. It is available online at www.uwsp.edu/cnr/reporter. The CNR Reporter is e-mailed weekly to all CNR students and staff. Deadline for submissions is 9am on Fridays. Submit information electronically using the article form found on our web page and email it to cnrreporter@uwsp.edu.