Nov. 26-30, 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 will will have walk-in hours on Mon. from 2-4, Tues. from 2:30-4, and Thurs. from 10-11:30. The CNR Student Success Center (CNR 180) is open Mon.-Thurs. 8-4:30pm and Fri 8-3pm.

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.

CNR Mass Advising
Thank you to everyone who showed up for the first mass advising. The next and last one will be Mon, Nov. 26 at 5pm in CNR 170.

European Environmental Studies Seminar
The acceptance list for the Europe trip is going to be delayed again. Please stay posted to find out when it will become available. Thank you for your patience.

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.

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.

NR 150 Winterim Course
NR 150 - People, Resources, and the Biosphere, will be offered during this winterim. The class will run from Jan. 2-17 and will be from 8:30am-12pm.

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INTERNATIONAL PROGRAMS

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STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS

Environmental Educators and Naturalists Association (EENA/NAI)
We will have a meeting on Tues, Nov. 27. We hope to see you there.

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)
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.

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 possibly two dates has already been set in December for our second WDNR-sponsored habitat restoration project to serve the endangered karner blue butterfly! The upcoming project will focus on oak savannah habitat restoration at the Emmon’s Creek State Fisheries Area! To learn more, come to our bi-monthly meetings held Mondays 6pm in CNR 120. The next meeting will be held Mon, Nov. 26. Contact: Paul (pciga971@uwsp.edu)

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

Student Law Enforcement Association
Our next meeting will be Mon, Nov. 26 at 6pm in CNR 170. We will not be meeting on Mon, Nov. 19. Any questions email Matt Groppi, mgrop178@uwsp.edu.

WI Camps
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!

Women in Natural Resources (WiNR)
Mon, Nov. 26, 6pm, CNR 320 – WiNR meeting – Stress relief session. Learn the basic techniques in massage and aromatherapy to reduce stress!

Bake Sale Dec. 5, 9-3pm in CNR West end lobby.

Don't forget about elections on Dec. 3.


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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.

Treehaven Classes and Workshops

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.

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SCHOLARSHIPS
*Click on title for application and more information

Salmon Unlimited Scholarship
Deadline: Dec. 14

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

Wildlife Society Aldo Leopold Memorial Scholarship
Deadline: Jan. 1

Federation of Environmental Technologists Scholarships
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
Deadline: Mar. 1

Phi Kappa Phi Sophomore Scholarship
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.

USDA Forest Service Student Career Employment Program (SCEP) NEW
SCEP Bulletin
SCEP Application

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

Tongass National Forest Forestry Position
Deadline: Nov. 23

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

Aldo Leopold Foundation Internship Baraboo, WI
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

Minnesota Conservation Corps
Check out the MCC website for available programs.

Organic Valley: Regional Farmers Relations Representative
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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