Tuesday, November 25, 2014

Spring Class - ALS 4932 UF Community Farm Practicum

This class is a hands-on course designed for students who want experience working in community food systems. The course will focus on developing the UF Community Farm gardens infrastructure and programming. Students will interact with diverse stakeholders at UF and in our local community. Students can expect to gain skills in project planning, facilitation, program development, and sustainable garden design and implementation. In addition to classroom work and individual/group projects, we will regularly work at the UF Community Farm as part of the class.

For more information or to register, email Anna Prizzia, aprizzia@ufl.edu.

Thursday, November 13, 2014

Balmoral Group seeks Ag Engineer

Seeking agricultural/water resources engineer with 3+ years of experience to support ag engineering, economists and water resources engineers at boutique firm. Opportunity to learn and apply industry-leading sophisticated technology solutions; self-starters with excellent communication skills; Candidates must have proven track record of successfully working as part of a team, and effective communication skills. GIS and ICPR experience is a plus.

Qualifications for this role include:
· Understanding of agricultural irrigation systems and Florida’s consumptive use permits is important. Knowledge of current agricultural trends is a must. Experience with farm professionals, agronomists, and agricultural government entities is preferred.
· Must have a Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Engineering or Civil Engineering, or a related field such as Environmental Engineering, Biological Engineering, Water/Sanitation Engineering, or Agricultural Science. A master’s degree is a plus.
· Engineering Intern (E.I.) is required. Professional Engineering license (PE), or the willingness to obtain one, is preferred for the position.

Please apply via: https://www.linkedin.com/jobs2/view/25654256?trk=vsrp_jobs_res_name&trkInfo=VSRPsearchId%3A873782491415641620099%2CVSRPtargetId%3A25654256%2CVSRPcmpt%3Aprimary

Kohl's opportunity - Merchandise Analyst Trainee

As a Merchandise Analyst Trainee you will use your creative and analytical problem solving skills to analyze sales and inventory to create strategies, work with your team, and execute plans in order to send the correct amount of inventory to the right place at the right time.

Primary Responsibilities:

Inventory Management: Responsible for the proper allocation of all incoming inventory to every Kohl’s store throughout the country. Utilize and manage replenishment systems to keep replenishment items in-stock, by store to maximize sales. Communicate with vendors on item forecasts and inventory requirements.

Sales & Financial Data Analysis: Analyze sales and inventory reports to effectively manage store inventories. Generate and analyze replenishment reports. Take action as needed to adjust system to maintain inventory goals.

E-Commerce: Ensure 100% of the replenishment assortments are online, all orders are passed and that each item is maintaining Kohl’s service level standards. Learn web analytics, social media, mobile commerce, search optimization, direct-to-consumer and multi-location fulfillment.

New Store Opening Operations: Develop and execute new store budgets and floor plans with the Buying Office and the Merchandise Presentation Office. Manage all New Store inventories during the new store process.

Logistics: Work with Kohl’s Logistic Department and vendors to track shipments from our global and domestic suppliers to ensure on time deliveries to our 10 Distribution Centers. Monitor flow of merchandise from our Distribution Center to the stores.

Primary Qualifications
Ability to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment
Efficient Excel skills & enjoy multi-tasking
Strong analytical skills
Strong interpersonal, organizational and leadership skills
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Ability and drive to develop retail business knowledge
Ability to work as part of a team and interact effectively with others
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Communication, or related field

Spring Break Study Abroad in Costa Rica

 Feb 28 - March 7, 2015

 ALS4404/5905: International Studies 3 UF GPA credits

This is an eight-day program to Costa Rica during spring break to study eco-tourism and recreation. You will learn about tropical ecosystems and environmentally based development in one of the most beautiful Latin American countries. You will visit places in Costa Rica most tourists never get to see. You will also learn about eco-tourism, cultural history, and the food production industry. The program is open to all UF students but specifically designed for students who have natural resource or agricultural-related majors.

While in Costa Rica, you will stay in hotels, lodges, and research stations.

You will travel throughout the week, experiencing a variety of different ecosystems, communicates, and econo­mies. Tours of natural areas, national parks, farms, and dairies will be important parts of the excursions. Previous trip highlights have included horseback riding on the continental divide; bat trapping; visiting food production facilities, national parks, local farms, and rural communities; hiking through biological reserves near volcanoes, tropical rain forests, an oil palm plantation, and eco-friendly food production sites.

For pricing and additional information contact Andrea Kim at akim@ufic.ufl.edu

Application Deadline is December 12th!
 

Caltech summer research opportunities

Caltech is excited to announce two summer research opportunities available to continuing undergraduate students. Questions about these programs can be directed to Carol Casey at casey@caltech.edu or (626) 395-2887.

WAVE Fellows Program at Caltech
The WAVE Fellows program provides support for talented undergraduates intent on pursuing a Ph.D. to conduct a 10-week summer research project at Caltech. Caltech is committed to promoting diversity within its educational programs and activities and strives to ensure that differing cultural, ethnic, social, geographic, and economic perspectives are represented. Caltech's WAVE Fellows program aims to foster diversity by increasing the participation of underrepresented students in science and engineering Ph.D. programs and to make Caltech's programs more visible and accessible to students not traditionally exposed to Caltech. The program is extended, but not limited, to underrepresented minorities, women, first-generation college students, geographically underrepresented students, and educationally and financially disadvantaged students.

Eligibility: Students must be current sophomores through non-graduating seniors and must be U.S. citizens or U.S. permanent residents. A minimum GPA of 3.2 is required.

Competitive applicants will have completed sophomore-level courses in desired research field, have demonstrated through academic and/or co-curricular activities a passion for research, and can articulate how their research interests align with Caltech's research areas. The most competitive applicants will have prior research experience.

Support: WAVE Fellows will receive a $6000 award for the ten-week program. An additional $500 housing and travel supplement will be provided.

Application: Online applications are due January 7, 2015.

For more information, visit http://www.sfp.caltech.edu/programs/wavefellows

AMGEN SCHOLARS PROGRAM
Caltech's Amgen Scholars Program is geared towards students in biology, chemistry, and biotechnology fields. Some of these fields include biology, biochemistry, bioengineering, chemical and biomolecular engineering, and chemistry.

Eligibility: Students must be current sophomores through non-graduating seniors, must be attending a four-year university in the US, and must be U.S. citizens or U.S. permanent residents. A minimum GPA of 3.2 is required.

Support: Amgen Scholars will receive a $6000 award, round-trip air transportation, campus housing, and a food allowance.

Application: Online applications are due February 15, 2015.

For more information, please visit
www.sfp.caltech.edu/programs/amgen_scholars.

Wednesday, November 12, 2014

Spring 2015 Degree Application Open in ISIS

The Spring 2015 certificate/degree application is open on ISIS for students. If you are planning to graduate be sure to complete the process by January 30th.

NEW CERTIFICATE INFORMATION: Please note that students must be admitted to a certificate program before they can apply for certification. Students will only be able to apply on ISIS for certificates that appear on the “Academic Program” view in ISIS/ISIS Admin. The Spring 2015 certificate application deadline is also January 30, the same as for degrees.

Monday, November 10, 2014

Drop Deadline Approaching - November 24th!

Reminder: Nov. 24 is the Last Day to Drop/Withdraw. Take action now!

Undergraduate students planning to drop a course for Fall 2014 must do so by 5 p.m. on Nov. 24 and are encouraged to take action as soon as possible. To drop a course, see your academic adviser. If you have ‘free’ drops remaining, you will complete the paperwork with your adviser and the drop will be processed by your program. You do not need to come to the Dean’s Office to complete a free drop.

If you are dropping a course and do not have free drops remaining, you will have to petition for an additional drop. You must be able to document extenuating circumstances that interfered with your ability to complete the course you wish to drop.

Engineering students must meet with their departmental advisors first. The advisor must agree to provide a memo on department letterhead (or college petition form) supporting the request. The student must complete the College Petition form and take it with the department memo to 204 Weil Hall for approval.

CALS students must also complete the petition paperwork (available from your adviser or in 2002 McCarty Hall D) and return it to the Dean’s Office (2002 McCarty Hall D) by 5:00 p.m. on Monday, November 24. This paperwork requires signatures from your adviser and the instructor of the course. You will also need to call 352-392-1963 to make an appointment to see Associate Dean Wysocki for review of your petition.

If you need to withdraw from the semester, it’s also important to speak to your adviser to discuss the impact of withdrawing from all your courses on your academic progress. To read about the withdrawal policies, click on “Withdraw” in ISIS. The process must be completed by 5 p.m. on Nov. 24.

American Water Resources Association Meeting 11/12

CHAPTER MEETING & SEMINAR
SPEAKER: Dr. Wendy Graham- Director, UF Water Institute

“UF Water Institute Interdisciplinary Springs Research: Nutrient sources, transport and transformation in the Santa Fe River.”

WHEN:Wednesday,November12th,6PM
WHERE: Frazier Rogers Hall, Room 122

Pizza will be served!

Friday, November 7, 2014

Marshall Foundation for The Everglades Summer Intern Program

The Arthur R. Marshall Foundation for The Everglades 11 week Summer Intern Program
May 15th-July 31st, 2015 invites qualified undergraduates and new graduate students to learn all aspects of the Everglades Ecosystem and its restoration through fascinating, in-depth field experiences, meaningful, resume-building academic research, and invaluable networking opportunities with regional and national environmental leaders who are participating in the most comprehensive restoration project in the world.

Through the Marshall Foundation's paid summer crash course, interns become knowledgeable Everglades Stewards by:
• Hands-on immersion learning in field experiences throughout the Everglades Ecosystem from the headwaters to Florida Bay
• Contributing to Research focused on the Everglades and restoration efforts.
• Networking with prominent regional and national leaders in Everglades restoration

 For more information or an application please visit www.artmarshall.org/portal/sip

 Application Deadline March 30st. Questions? Contact Mary Crider at SIP@artmarshall.org

11/18, 3 p.m.: Peace Corps Information Session

As part of International Education Week, the International Center will host a Peace Corps Information Session on Tuesday, November 18 from 3:00-3:50pm in the International Center. Hear from a panel of Returned Peace Corps Volunteers about their experiences and talk with Peace Corps Regional Manager Eric Zdanowicz and Regional Recruiter Chad Chernet about the application process!
  
RPCV Panelists & Moderator:
  • Randall A. Cantrell, Assistant Professor, Housing & Community Development ‐ Nigeria, 1993‐1995
  • Elizabeth Poulsen, M.S. student in Sustainable Development Practice – Niger, 2009 & Guatemala, 2010‐2013
  • Hans Goertz, M.S. student in Sustainable Development Practice– Mozambique, 2007‐2009
  • Lauren Strange, Study Abroad Advisor, UF International Center ‐ Kyrgyzstan, 2007‐2009
  • Moderated by Jill Ranaivson, Study Abroad Advisor, UF International Center – Madagascar, 2004‐2006
 
Have your questions answered and find out if joining the Peace Corps is right for you. All majors welcomed! Sponsored by the UF International Center.
 
 

CALS Career Expo Jan. 28, 2015

The annual CALS Career Expo will be held Jan. 28, 2015 in the Grand Ballroom, J. Wayne Reitz Union, from 10 am to 3 pm.

IFAS schools and departments may register to promote their graduate programs at http://2015calscareerexpo.eventbrite.com. Additional information on the event is also available on this site. We request that departments and schools register no later than Jan. 9, 2015.

As we get closer to the event, students, faculty and staff can visit www.cals.ufl.edu/careerexpo to see which employers and graduate/professional school opportunities are registered for the event.

Belize Undergrad Study Abroad - Spring Break 2015

Two information sessions for students interested in the undergraduate study abroad program to Belize during Spring Break 2015 (Feb. 28-March 8 ) will be held on Monday, Nov. 10 from noon-1 and from 4-5 p.m. in the Mac lab (107 Bryant Hall). The sessions are being held during the day and late afternoon to accommodate as many students’ schedules as possible. During the information sessions, your questions will be answered about the study abroad experience.

During the study abroad program, students will learn about major agricultural and natural resource issues in Belize. This will be a SPECIAL SECTION of AEC 4065: Issues in Agricultural and Life Sciences. If you have already taken AEC 4065, you can sign up for a section of AEC 4905. This course is applicable for all students in the College of Agricultural and Life Sciences. Cost of the study abroad experience will be $2,200 (which ALSO includes tuition); this does not include airfare. The study abroad will be led by Ms. Becky Raulerson and Drs. Grady Robert and Ricky Telg. Please see the attached flier for more details or contact one of these instructors.

The application to go on the study abroad is due by December 12: https://www.abroad.ufic.ufl.edu/index.cfm?FuseAction=Programs.ViewProgram&Program_ID=12200

This study abroad experience was created with you — the CALS student — in mind. Take advantage of this very enriching life experience.

Thursday, November 6, 2014

Virtual Career Fair for Health Professions 11/13

Each year, the University of Florida sends thousands of its talented graduates out into the health profession. This growing field and over 25 health and science related majors make this one of the most popular professions for UF students and alumni. As such, we invite your students to participate in the University of Florida’s very first Hire UF Gators: Virtual Career Fair for Health Professions to search for jobs & internships..

Because this is a virtual event, you will be able to meet recruiters and health professionals from the comfort of your own home, library or even your mobile device without the hassle of having to dress up or attend any physical location. Each participating organization will showcase:

· An employer virtual booth that showcases their culture, work environment, and open jobs and internships

· UF students and alumni will have easy access to their profile and resume during and after the event to meet top employers

· Live one-on-one and group text-based chat with employers

· Access to your dashboard and history with employer information for quick follow up

Register Now

Academic Excellence in Agriculture Scholarship

The National Corn Growers Association (NCGA) is again offering its William C. Berg Academic Excellence in Agriculture Scholarship thanks to the sponsorship of BASF Corporation.

Five (5) one thousand dollar ($1,000) scholarships are available to students entering at least their second undergraduate year (or any year of graduate school) pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in an agricultural, agribusiness, or an ag vocation field.

Applicants or a parent/guardian must be a member of the NCGA. Funds are for the 2014-2015 school year. Past scholarship winners and employees and the families of employees of any division of BASF or their subsidiaries or the NCGA are not eligible for the scholarship.

Applications must be postmarked on or before December 12, 2014.

The application is available here: http://www.ncga.com/upload/files/documents/pdf/Applications/ScholarshipApp2015-2.pdf

More information including lists of past winners will shortly be available here: http://www.ncga.com/topics/college-scholarships

Tuesday, November 4, 2014

Paths: Careers for Engineers in Academia and Industry - November 12th

Ever wondered what kind of engineering career you'd have with a Master’s or Ph.D.? How might it look with a Bachelor’s degree? Join us on Wednesday, November 12th at 5 p.m. in CSE E119 for "Paths: Careers for Engineers in Academia and Industry," a panel discussion on possible career paths led by professionals in both academia and industry. Hear from engineering professionals who bring diverse educational backgrounds on the career paths they took and how their terminal degree choice came into play.

Panelists representing academia include:
• Dr. Luisa Amelia Dempere— Engineer and Director, UF College of Engineering Research Service Centers (RSC)
• Dr. David Arnold—Associate Professor, UF Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering

Panelists representing industry include:
• Randy Ogg, CTO at Encell Technology –Chemical Engineering
• Dr. Maxwell Lee, President of Koogler & Associates –Environmental Engineering
• Jamie Ziivich, Water Engineer at CH2M Hill—Environmental Engineering
• Dante Buckley, Manufacturing Engineer II at RTI Surgical—Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
• Jonathan Shinn, President of OPIE Software—Computer Engineering
• Alan Garri, Senior Project Manager at Greenman-Pedersen, Inc.—Civil Engineering

Presented by the UF Career Resource Center, Society of Hispanic Engineers, and the Society of Women Engineers.

Special thanks to Hispanic-Latino Cultures

Join the event on Facebook!

2015 Summer Research Experience for Undergraduates Program at K-State

If you would like a challenging and fun summer research experience in Sustainable Bioenergy please see the message below and the attached file. We have openings in Agriculture Economics, Agronomy, Biological and Agricultural Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Grain Science and Industry, and Sociology.

Kansas State University is now accepting applications for the summer 2015 Research Experience for Undergraduates program May 26, 2015 – July 31, 2015. The application deadline is February 15, 2015.

The Kansas State University Center for Sustainable Energy seeks applications for its summer 2015 REU program in sustainable bioenergy funded by the National Science Foundation. Accepted students will be paid $4,500.00 for the 10 week program, room and board provided, and travel to and from Manhattan, KS (up to $400.00). Total value of this program is $7,600.00 per student.

Eligibility: We accept students from all science, agricultural, and engineering majors and class years. Applicants must be American citizens or permanent residents. First-generation college students, members of ethnic minority groups, females in STEM disciplines, and other under-represented groups are especially encouraged to apply. No previous laboratory or research experience is required.

Program Overview: The research you will receive in this program under the guidance of faculty mentors will advance your state of knowledge in sustainable energy. You will participate in “hands-on” experiences with processing agricultural biomass, experiencing the physical environment of industrial-scale biomass processing with all its limitations and opportunities. Students will also meet people that actually perform the work to produce renewable energy in the communities where they live.

Program website: http://cse.ksu.edu/REU
Application link (deadline: February 15, 2015): https://cse.engg.ksu.edu/REU/app

Monday, November 3, 2014

WDTS 2015 Summer Term internship/fellowship program

The Office of Science / Office of Workforce Development for Teachers and Scientists (WDTS) is pleased to announce that it is accepting applications to its 2015 Summer Term internship/fellowship programs. These programs, which offer opportunities for direct engagement in scientific research and technology featuring specialized instrumentation; large-scale, multidisciplinary efforts; and/or scientific user facilities, are available for undergraduate students enrolled at community colleges and/or four-year institutions. Selected students participate at one of 17 DOE Laboratories/Facilities, receive stipends, and may qualify for travel and housing assistance.

Applications for these competitive programs must be completed and submitted online by 5:00 PM ET on January 9, 2015 (including all required application materials and recommendations). The 2015 Summer Term placements are for 10 weeks duration in a May to August timeframe.

 · The Science Undergraduate Laboratory Internship (SULI) program encourages undergraduate students to pursue science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) careers by providing research experiences, under the guidance of laboratory/facility staff scientists or engineers, on projects supporting the DOE mission. More information about SULI and access to the online application is at http://science.energy.gov/wdts/suli/

2015 NNIN REU

During the summer of 2015, the National Nanotechnology Infrastructure Network will host its final Research Experience for Undergraduates (NNIN REU) Program from June through August. Engineering and science students with broad interests across disciplines focusing on nanotechnology are eligible to apply (see restrictions and eligibility requirements below).

The chosen undergraduates taking part in this ten-week program will receive hands-on nanoscience and technology experience through research, with applications to bio-engineering, chemistry, electronics, materials science, optics, optoelectronics, physics, and the life sciences. The research projects are designed and supervised by the faculty and technical staff at the participating NNIN research facilities. Interns then work with faculty and graduate students on projects, using the unique resources offered at their award site. A scientific convocation, attended by all NNIN REU interns, is held in August to allow interns the opportunity to present their work to their peers in a concise scientific presentation. Interns also must complete a written report, akin to a research paper, summarizing the findings of their research project. These reports are published as the NNIN REU Research Accomplishments and distributed to the interns and sites, the National Science Foundation (NSF) and many others.

Participants receive a $5,000 stipend, plus housing and all reasonable travel expenses to their research site and the convocation site. They may be responsible for their own meals. Full participation in the site program, network convocation and final reporting is mandatory.

Again, the full and complete program information -- including restrictions and deadlines, and a link to the online application -- is at http://www.nnin.org/reu