The FYCS Club will host the annual Networking Fair to be held on March 15th from 4:30-6:30pm in Florida Gym.
The fair will host over 60 nonprofit, for profit and private sector organizations that are looking to offer volunteer positions, internships and jobs to students. This event is free and open to all UF students, not just FYCS students or those affiliated with the Club.
Below are links to the Facebook and EventBrite pages where students can RSVP.
Light snacks and refreshments will be provided.
For more information please visit https://www.facebook.com/events/600584076755907/
To R.S.V.P. and see what organizations are attending: http://www.eventbrite.com/e/fycs-networking-fair-2016-tickets-18857510321
Please feel free to contact fycsclub@gmail.com with any questions, and we look forward to seeing you there!
Wednesday, February 24, 2016
Orchid Short Course - 1 credit
Register now for the 9th Orchid Short Course taking place March 11th and 12th. This is an off-calendar course, and as such, students can register themselves up until March 11th without late fees or penalties. It is a 1-credit course and could be a nice fit for any student who might be considering dropping a course and have issues keeping full time status! Not to mention, it is all about awesome orchids!
Nursery Managing Director position - Wildwood, FL
Nursery dedicated to the production and commercialization worldwide, of plants with the
highest genetic and production quality. It is the unique global platform propagating woody
species and sanitary.
Ensuring the execution of the sales, expense and profitability targets established for the assigned by the overall management of its entire organization. Responsible to determinate strategic vision for the organization and for the management and total profitability.
SPECIFIC WORK ACTIVITIES
• Controlling the production
• Technical support
• Deciding budgets
• Managing and coordinating sales/marketing: developing sales strategies and setting
sales targets, acquiring in depth-knowledge about products and markets, understanding customer's needs
• Managing client accounts, dealing with enquiries and orders, advising customers about delivery schedules and after-sale service
• Implementing company policy
• Maintaining a dialogue with headquarters and the board of directors
• Controlling finance
• Monitoring team's performance
• Assuming full accountability for the board for all company operations
• Overseeing the sales operation of the company
• Challenging and coaching others to improve their performance, defining job responsibilities, expectations, sets objectives, offers feedback and support.
• Keeping contact with the stakeholders, highest level of key customers and function/authorities relevant to the sector
Education
• University Degree in Agricultural Engineering (or related subjects)
• Executive education in management and Financial.Experience
• Minim: 2 or 3 years in Citrus industry
• Desired: 5 years in Citrus industry.
For more information contact Amanda Warner a.warner@fasttrackse.com
Tuesday, February 23, 2016
Walmart Career Opportunity
Walmart may soon have an entry level position for a Food Technician. Some of the basic requirements required in a candidate are:
· good agricultural background (fruit and vegetable production preferred)
· ability to effectively communicate with supplier partners and build long-term relationships
· ability to make field-level observations on crop quality / quantity and communicate back to internal buying teams – all in an effort to make sound fruit and vegetable buying decisions.
· Potential for up to 70% travel (primarily domestic) at peak times of the year.
· flexible work schedule to accommodate last minute road (generally same-day) trips as requested.
This would be a great opportunity for a grad in or near Miami. Don Fox is a UF grad from the college and is looking for someone with a strong knowledge of agriculture, in particular fruits and vegetables, for this position with Walmart. This position would advise buyers.
To inquire about the position contact Don.Fox@walmart.com
· good agricultural background (fruit and vegetable production preferred)
· ability to effectively communicate with supplier partners and build long-term relationships
· ability to make field-level observations on crop quality / quantity and communicate back to internal buying teams – all in an effort to make sound fruit and vegetable buying decisions.
· Potential for up to 70% travel (primarily domestic) at peak times of the year.
· flexible work schedule to accommodate last minute road (generally same-day) trips as requested.
This would be a great opportunity for a grad in or near Miami. Don Fox is a UF grad from the college and is looking for someone with a strong knowledge of agriculture, in particular fruits and vegetables, for this position with Walmart. This position would advise buyers.
To inquire about the position contact Don.Fox@walmart.com
2016-2017 CALS Undergraduate Scholarship Application-Deadline 3/13
The College of Agricultural and Life Sciences undergraduate scholarship application is now available online and is due March 13. All ABE department students (AG & EG) are eligible for these scholarships!
Apply by March 13 at http://cals.ufl.edu/students/scholarships-awards.php.
Notification of scholarship decisions will be mailed to permanent addresses in late summer. Please note that your GPA must be equal to or greater than 2.5 by the beginning of the Fall 2016 semester to receive a scholarship.
CALS awarded $324,800 to undergraduate students for the 2015-2016 academic year. Individuals who received a scholarship for the 2015-2016 academic year must complete a 2016-2017 application to be considered for scholarship renewal.
Apply by March 13 at http://cals.ufl.edu/students/scholarships-awards.php.
Notification of scholarship decisions will be mailed to permanent addresses in late summer. Please note that your GPA must be equal to or greater than 2.5 by the beginning of the Fall 2016 semester to receive a scholarship.
CALS awarded $324,800 to undergraduate students for the 2015-2016 academic year. Individuals who received a scholarship for the 2015-2016 academic year must complete a 2016-2017 application to be considered for scholarship renewal.
Monday, February 22, 2016
E&J Gallo Internship Opportunities
E J Gallo has internship opportunities in the following areas:
Agriculture, Viticulture and Enology
An internship in this category can be located in almost any of our Coastal or Central Valley locations including Sonoma, San Miguel, San Luis Obispo, Napa, Paso Robles, St. Helena, Modesto, Livingston, Healdsburg, Lodi, Fresno, and Sunnyside, Washington. They also range in length, anywhere from three to nine months. These positions are focused in Viticulture, Winemaking, and Grower Rela-tions. Internships in this category are involved in labs, production, vineyard management, and research. These internships are the positions for people who want to be out in the vineyards or deal-ing with data in a lab, they are very research driven and extremely hands on.
Life Science
An internship in this category can be located in almost any of our Coastal or Central Valley locations includ-ing San Miguel, San Luis Obispo, St. Helena, Modesto, Livingston, Healdsburg, Napa, Fresno, and Sunny-side, Washington, but some are located in specific departments such as Quality or Process Technology. They also range in length, anywhere from three to eight months. These positions are focused in winemaking, science, and laboratory work. Internships in this category are involved in the creation of our products. These internships are the positions for people who want to be part of the unique experience of winemak-ing and developing.
Engineering
An internship in this category can be located on our Modesto campus, however there are opportunities in San Miguel, Livingston, and Fresno as well. Most internships in this category are six months long, but there are a few that occur over a shorter duration of time. These positions are focused in engineering featuring different emphasis. Internships in this category are involved in production, operations, process development, and laboratories as a few examples. These internships are the positions for people who are majoring in engineering, or interested exploring the careers that engineering can lead to.
Business
An internship in this category could be located on many of our Coastal or Central Valley locations including Sonoma, San Miguel, San Luis Obispo, Napa, Modesto, Lodi, Fresno. There are even oppor-tunities in Sunnyside Washington. These internships usually fill a three to six month timeframe. Internships in this category have the most diverse opportunity. Positions function under Grower Relations, Marketing, Information Technology, and Finance. The projects that come from these internships vary greatly. Projects can range anywhere from point of sale displays to accounting.
For a complete pdf of the jobs/links contact Robin at rsnyder@ufl.edu
Agriculture, Viticulture and Enology
An internship in this category can be located in almost any of our Coastal or Central Valley locations including Sonoma, San Miguel, San Luis Obispo, Napa, Paso Robles, St. Helena, Modesto, Livingston, Healdsburg, Lodi, Fresno, and Sunnyside, Washington. They also range in length, anywhere from three to nine months. These positions are focused in Viticulture, Winemaking, and Grower Rela-tions. Internships in this category are involved in labs, production, vineyard management, and research. These internships are the positions for people who want to be out in the vineyards or deal-ing with data in a lab, they are very research driven and extremely hands on.
Life Science
An internship in this category can be located in almost any of our Coastal or Central Valley locations includ-ing San Miguel, San Luis Obispo, St. Helena, Modesto, Livingston, Healdsburg, Napa, Fresno, and Sunny-side, Washington, but some are located in specific departments such as Quality or Process Technology. They also range in length, anywhere from three to eight months. These positions are focused in winemaking, science, and laboratory work. Internships in this category are involved in the creation of our products. These internships are the positions for people who want to be part of the unique experience of winemak-ing and developing.
Engineering
An internship in this category can be located on our Modesto campus, however there are opportunities in San Miguel, Livingston, and Fresno as well. Most internships in this category are six months long, but there are a few that occur over a shorter duration of time. These positions are focused in engineering featuring different emphasis. Internships in this category are involved in production, operations, process development, and laboratories as a few examples. These internships are the positions for people who are majoring in engineering, or interested exploring the careers that engineering can lead to.
Business
An internship in this category could be located on many of our Coastal or Central Valley locations including Sonoma, San Miguel, San Luis Obispo, Napa, Modesto, Lodi, Fresno. There are even oppor-tunities in Sunnyside Washington. These internships usually fill a three to six month timeframe. Internships in this category have the most diverse opportunity. Positions function under Grower Relations, Marketing, Information Technology, and Finance. The projects that come from these internships vary greatly. Projects can range anywhere from point of sale displays to accounting.
For a complete pdf of the jobs/links contact Robin at rsnyder@ufl.edu
Sanders Farms Job Opportunity (Full/Part time)
Sanders Farms is located in Ocala Fl. across from the Airport on 60th Ave. We are looking for someone with the following qualifications:
- Computer Knowledge a must.
- Clean Drivers Lic.-to be able to make feed deliveries.
- Must be able to lift from 50-120lbs.
- Personable and organized willing to learn all aspects of the feed business.
- Farm background a plus.
Full or Part time willing to work around school sch.
send resumes to: sandersfarmsofocala@gmail.com
Wednesday, February 17, 2016
Tuesday, February 16, 2016
The 68th Japan-America Student Conference Application Deadline (March 1st)
Initiated in 1934, the Japan-America Student Conference (JASC) has an 81-year history that includes a host of distinguished delegates, from former U.S. Secretary of State Henry Kissinger, former Japanese Prime Minister Kiichi Miyazawa, and president of Nissan Corporation Yutaka Katayama. As a delegate, along with 71 other student leaders from Japan and the U.S., you will be able to:
● delve into critical topics ranging from ethics in science to the efficacy of democracy,
● learn firsthand from established leaders and educational field trips as we travel to Boston, Washington D.C., Missoula, and San Francisco,
● build your professional network through networking receptions, and
● forge lifelong friendships across the Pacific.
As Japan-America Student conference seeks a diverse full delegation, we are actively encouraging students who are engineers and STEM-focused to apply for the 68th JASC. In this year’s JASC, we have a science and technology oriented roundtable (titled: Developing the Future through Science), which emphasizes cooperation between the two countries in this field and future developments.
The conference will be held from August 1 to August 24, 2016 and conducted entirely in English. No Japanese language or studies background is required.
The 68th Japan-America Student Conference deadline operates on a rolling admissions basis until March 1, 2016. We strongly encourage you to complete your application as soon as possible since we will accept qualified candidates on a rolling basis.
Apply now for a chance to join us this summer to learn beyond the classroom, be challenged in your opinions, and grow as a leader! If you have any questions, do not hesitate to contact us at jasc@iscdc.org.
● delve into critical topics ranging from ethics in science to the efficacy of democracy,
● learn firsthand from established leaders and educational field trips as we travel to Boston, Washington D.C., Missoula, and San Francisco,
● build your professional network through networking receptions, and
● forge lifelong friendships across the Pacific.
As Japan-America Student conference seeks a diverse full delegation, we are actively encouraging students who are engineers and STEM-focused to apply for the 68th JASC. In this year’s JASC, we have a science and technology oriented roundtable (titled: Developing the Future through Science), which emphasizes cooperation between the two countries in this field and future developments.
The conference will be held from August 1 to August 24, 2016 and conducted entirely in English. No Japanese language or studies background is required.
The 68th Japan-America Student Conference deadline operates on a rolling admissions basis until March 1, 2016. We strongly encourage you to complete your application as soon as possible since we will accept qualified candidates on a rolling basis.
Apply now for a chance to join us this summer to learn beyond the classroom, be challenged in your opinions, and grow as a leader! If you have any questions, do not hesitate to contact us at jasc@iscdc.org.
Monday, February 15, 2016
Weeklong celebration of Retiz Union re-opening!
UF students, faculty and staff are invited to a weeklong
celebration commemorating the re-opening of the Reitz Union beginning
Monday, Feb. 15, and culminating in a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 2 p.m.
Saturday, Feb. 20.
The celebration will include:
- Re-opening of the Game Room, Monday, Feb. 15
- A student organization fair, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Wednesday, Feb. 17
- A department open house, noon-2 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 18
- Guest speaker Lil B in the Reitz Union Grand Ballroom, Thursday, Feb. 18; doors open 8 p.m., show starts 8:30 p.m.
- GatorNights – Wonderland: Celebrating 15 Years, Friday, Feb. 19
- Center for Leadership and Service non-profit reception and tour, 4:30-5:30 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 20
A new entrance off the Reitz Union North Lawn helps better define the space, giving it a new presence on campus, said Vice President for Student Affairs Dave Kratzer.
“In the past, if I told you, let’s meet at the Union, where was that? Well, now there’s no question,” Kratzer said. “And while before there really was not much lounge space or place for students to just be, now there’s a place where you can get a cup of coffee from Starbucks and sit in a very nice lounge area to do whatever you’re going to do, or to work on that project with other people.”
Recently selected to receive a 2016 award from the city of Gainesville’s City Beautification Board for its contribution to improving the attractiveness of the city, the Reitz Union expansion boasts about 138,000 square feet of new space.
Features include office and support space for student organizations including Student Government, the Center for Leadership and Service, the Department of Student Activities and Involvement, the Office of Multicultural and Diversity Affairs and GatorWell Health Promotion Services.
The expanded space also features new lounges, study spaces, meeting rooms, a game room, dance studios and a reflection room.
Students, faculty and staff are encouraged to RSVP for the ribbon-cutting ceremony at http://www.ufsa.ufl.edu/about/initiatives/all_campus_reitz_union_grand_reopening_celebration_rsvp/ or on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/events/1178476048847957/.
For more information about celebration events, go to http://www.union.ufl.edu/itstime.
Friday, February 12, 2016
Free Professional Seminar Open to All Students
On behalf of the University of Florida chapter of Tau Beta Pi, I am excited to announce a professional development workshop free and open to all students at the University of Florida.
A free professional development workshop will be held on February 21, 2016from 1pm-5pm (appx. end time) and is open to all students! The program, termed "Engineering Futures," was founded more than 20 years ago in response to a need to provide engineering students training in the "soft skills," those non-technical skills necessary for success in the workplace but rarely included in engineering curricula.
In this program, Tau Beta Pi brings in established and certified professionals to facilitate the workshops. Four of the five modules are the same as those purchased by companies across the nation to train their employees. UF's chapter holds five different sessions during the calendar year. If a student completes all five workshops, he or she receives a certificate of completion, a distinguishable mark on a resume and in practice.
The September workshop is titled "Group Process" and the aim is to equip students with the skills to plan and manage effective meetings.
As always, lunch will be provided! Location: MAT 0002. Please RSVP at the following link: http://uftbp.com/page.php?p=eventRSVP
If you have any questions, feel free to contact me at celesseau@ufl.edu
A free professional development workshop will be held on February 21, 2016from 1pm-5pm (appx. end time) and is open to all students! The program, termed "Engineering Futures," was founded more than 20 years ago in response to a need to provide engineering students training in the "soft skills," those non-technical skills necessary for success in the workplace but rarely included in engineering curricula.
In this program, Tau Beta Pi brings in established and certified professionals to facilitate the workshops. Four of the five modules are the same as those purchased by companies across the nation to train their employees. UF's chapter holds five different sessions during the calendar year. If a student completes all five workshops, he or she receives a certificate of completion, a distinguishable mark on a resume and in practice.
The September workshop is titled "Group Process" and the aim is to equip students with the skills to plan and manage effective meetings.
As always, lunch will be provided! Location: MAT 0002. Please RSVP at the following link: http://uftbp.com/page.php?p=eventRSVP
If you have any questions, feel free to contact me at celesseau@ufl.edu
Wednesday, February 10, 2016
Spring Break Service Opportunity in Costa Rica- Deadline 2/12
Florida Alternative Breaks (FAB) is a completely student-run service organization here on campus that sends out volunteer trips over academic breaks. We have an trip this Spring Break that may be of interest. The focus of the trip is Agroecology, and we will be working with La Gran Vista Agroecological Farm in Perez Zeledon, Costa Rica.
Participants will have the chance to live and work on an agro-ecological farm for a week. They will be involved in many different aspect of this self-sufficient farm, including construction, feeding the animals, planting seeds, soil conservation, maintenance of medicinal plants, using and producing organic fertilizer, maintaining the spring-water wells and harvesting crops.
The trip takes place during Spring Break, from February 27th-March 5th. The cost of the trip is $1,300 (including airfare) and a $500 deposit is due upon signing up. We have payment plans available for all interested!
More information can be found on our website and on the FAQ page. We only have TWO spot left and sign-ups for our international trips are closing on Friday February 12 at 5 pm. This is such a great opportunity for UF students and we would hate to see the trip go out not 100% full.
http://www.leadershipandservice.ufl.edu/programs/florida_alternative_breaks/
or email: floridaalternativebreaks@gmail.com
To sign up, simply go to the Center for Leadership and Service, located on the second floor of the new Reitz Union expansion.
Participants will have the chance to live and work on an agro-ecological farm for a week. They will be involved in many different aspect of this self-sufficient farm, including construction, feeding the animals, planting seeds, soil conservation, maintenance of medicinal plants, using and producing organic fertilizer, maintaining the spring-water wells and harvesting crops.
The trip takes place during Spring Break, from February 27th-March 5th. The cost of the trip is $1,300 (including airfare) and a $500 deposit is due upon signing up. We have payment plans available for all interested!
More information can be found on our website and on the FAQ page. We only have TWO spot left and sign-ups for our international trips are closing on Friday February 12 at 5 pm. This is such a great opportunity for UF students and we would hate to see the trip go out not 100% full.
http://www.leadershipandservice.ufl.edu/programs/florida_alternative_breaks/
or email: floridaalternativebreaks@gmail.com
To sign up, simply go to the Center for Leadership and Service, located on the second floor of the new Reitz Union expansion.
UF Engineering Leadership Institute’s annual summit is March 8th – REGISTER NOW
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Tuesday, February 9, 2016
Invitation to SISE 2016: Nexus in Chicago - opportunity for student, interns
The University of Illinois at Chicago presents the 6th Annual Summer Institute on Sustainability and Energy.
The SISE Program
The Summer Institute on Sustainability and Energy (SISE) is a two-week intensive workshop and lecture series for students and professionals. From August 4-16, a diverse body of participants will engage a broad spectrum of energy and sustainability-related topics through daily presentations, collaborative projects, mentoring activities, site visits, and networking opportunities with leading research institutions and companies in the digital technology and energy sectors. The issues presented will be of interest to scientists, economists, political scientists, urban planners, engineers, architects, and entrepreneurs. Graduates leave as thoughtful and informed global citizens with a firm foundation and expanded network for careers in sustainability, energy, and smart technology and infrastructure.
2016 Theme: Nexus
Water and energy have long been thought of--and addressed as--two separate issues. With the advent of systems thinking, life cycle assessment, and similar strategies for interdisciplinary analysis, the connection between water and energy has only recently been fully acknowledged. This nexus will be challenged in the coming decades as a result of 1) a growing world population, 2) the need to cultivate more food, 3) a dwindling supply of available water resources, and 4) unforeseen disasters as result of climate change. It is important for energy and sustainability-minded professionals, and all future decision makers, to become fluent in the issues surrounding the nexus, and to work together to implement innovative solutions in the decades to come.
SISE will 1) explore the relationship between energy and water with an eye towards environmental and agricultural impacts; 2) explore the the use of water, especially in energy extraction (fracking) and generation; and 3) highlight the role of the grid in energy issues, emphasizing three specific areas: smart grid, storage for the grid, and the distribution of energy. Participants will consider where the United States is to date, potential solutions, and obstacles and opportunities for each path moving forward.
Now Accepting Applications
Admission into the program is highly competitive, drawing from a national pool of applicants. Participants can expect lodging for the duration of the 2-week program. Many participants will receive partial support for travel costs.
Senior-level undergraduates (as of the fall of 2016), graduate students, and professionals working in the fields of sustainability and energy who are living, working, or studying in the United States are eligible to apply. An online application, a resume, and two letters of reference are required. Applications will be accepted through July 1, 2016. More information is provided on the SISE website. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Thomas Aláan (uic.sise.admissions@gmail.com) SISE Program Coordinator.
Website: http://sise.uic.edu
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/uic.sise
The SISE Program
The Summer Institute on Sustainability and Energy (SISE) is a two-week intensive workshop and lecture series for students and professionals. From August 4-16, a diverse body of participants will engage a broad spectrum of energy and sustainability-related topics through daily presentations, collaborative projects, mentoring activities, site visits, and networking opportunities with leading research institutions and companies in the digital technology and energy sectors. The issues presented will be of interest to scientists, economists, political scientists, urban planners, engineers, architects, and entrepreneurs. Graduates leave as thoughtful and informed global citizens with a firm foundation and expanded network for careers in sustainability, energy, and smart technology and infrastructure.
2016 Theme: Nexus
Water and energy have long been thought of--and addressed as--two separate issues. With the advent of systems thinking, life cycle assessment, and similar strategies for interdisciplinary analysis, the connection between water and energy has only recently been fully acknowledged. This nexus will be challenged in the coming decades as a result of 1) a growing world population, 2) the need to cultivate more food, 3) a dwindling supply of available water resources, and 4) unforeseen disasters as result of climate change. It is important for energy and sustainability-minded professionals, and all future decision makers, to become fluent in the issues surrounding the nexus, and to work together to implement innovative solutions in the decades to come.
SISE will 1) explore the relationship between energy and water with an eye towards environmental and agricultural impacts; 2) explore the the use of water, especially in energy extraction (fracking) and generation; and 3) highlight the role of the grid in energy issues, emphasizing three specific areas: smart grid, storage for the grid, and the distribution of energy. Participants will consider where the United States is to date, potential solutions, and obstacles and opportunities for each path moving forward.
Now Accepting Applications
Admission into the program is highly competitive, drawing from a national pool of applicants. Participants can expect lodging for the duration of the 2-week program. Many participants will receive partial support for travel costs.
Senior-level undergraduates (as of the fall of 2016), graduate students, and professionals working in the fields of sustainability and energy who are living, working, or studying in the United States are eligible to apply. An online application, a resume, and two letters of reference are required. Applications will be accepted through July 1, 2016. More information is provided on the SISE website. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Thomas Aláan (uic.sise.admissions@gmail.com) SISE Program Coordinator.
Website: http://sise.uic.edu
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/uic.sise
Employment Opportunities - St. John's Water Management District
Two entry level jobs have been posted in the new Bureau of Watershed Management & Modeling.
Job Title - Engineer I
Location - Palatka, FL, US
Job: IRC15483
This is entry level engineering work applying and developing surface water models for the development of management strategies and engineering projects to protect and enhance water.
Job duties include:
- Works under the supervision of a Professional Engineer or an Engineer Scientist in surface water modeling studies for the development of management strategies to protect and enhance water. Responsibilities include acquiring and analyzing hydrologic and water quality data from District’s database or other sources, maintaining and updating water quantity and quality simulation models, developing data sets for model boundary conditions, setting up model input files, and using ArcGIS to develop the maps and data for model development.
- Performs model simulations using existing surface water models to generate simulation results for water quantity and water quality studies. Evaluates model results from different models and model scenario runs.
- Applies mechanistic hydrology, hydraulic, hydrodynamic, and water quality models to less complex watersheds and surface water bodies. Calibrates models and assesses model calibration through graphical and statistical methods.
- Performs statistical analyses on collected data and simulated results.
- Write technical reports and memos related to model documentation, project proposals, work orders, progress reports, and other related program tasks.
Job Title - Hydrologist I
Location - Palatka, FL, US
Job: IRC15464This is entry level work assisting in various elements of water resources and water management projects.
Job duties include:
- Assists with surface water modeling studies for the development of management strategies for water supply and restoration
- Assists with drainage basin delineation and hydrography determination
- Performs quality assessment and correction of hydrologic and meteorological data
- Performs statistical analysis of stage and discharge from simulation model runs
- Prepares hydrologic datasets in support of ground water modeling
Backpacking with a Purpose
Operation Groundswell is a non-profit organization that runs international volunteering programs, focusing on social justice issues and working alongside local activists, organizations, and communities. We are looking for globally conscious and socially active students who want to spend their summer exploring some of the most complex and beautiful countries in the world!
If you're into cultural exchange, meaningful community service, and off-the-beaten path adventure, apply by our early bird deadline on February 29th!
Space is limited.
*Financial assistance is available for all students on five- and six-week programs.
Check out where we go:
www.operationgroundswell.com
Summer programs are open in the following countries and regions:
India – Education or Gender Rights
Southeast Asia – Conservation or Youth Empowerment
Middle East – Human Rights
Ghana – Global Health
Tanzania – Social Innovation
Uganda: Development or Youth Empowerment
Guatemala – Fair Trade Justice, Human Rights, or Peace & Conflict
Peru – Environment
Can’t travel in the summer? Join us for our alternative breaks in the spring!
If you're into cultural exchange, meaningful community service, and off-the-beaten path adventure, apply by our early bird deadline on February 29th!
Space is limited.
*Financial assistance is available for all students on five- and six-week programs.
Check out where we go:
www.operationgroundswell.com
Summer programs are open in the following countries and regions:
India – Education or Gender Rights
Southeast Asia – Conservation or Youth Empowerment
Middle East – Human Rights
Ghana – Global Health
Tanzania – Social Innovation
Uganda: Development or Youth Empowerment
Guatemala – Fair Trade Justice, Human Rights, or Peace & Conflict
Peru – Environment
Can’t travel in the summer? Join us for our alternative breaks in the spring!
Tasman Industries Employment Opportunities
This company is a hide processing and leather/finished leather product manufacturer. They are based out of Louisville, KY but have positions and plants all around the country. They are currently looking for an Assistant Plant Manager, but have needs for engineering, marketing, promotion, sales, graphic design, IT, and more.
Position: Assistant General Manager
Responsibilities: Assist the General Manager in all areas of the factory operations, Manage the production line according to the GM, Document/ Report on Quality Control, Ensure all machines are operational prior to the team beginning the day production, Operate a forklift/Bobcat, Inventory management, Load and un-load tractor trailers
Date Needed: Immediately
Qualifications: Bi-lingual (SPANISH) preferred, Strong work ethic (Winners mentality), Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word and Excel)
Salary/Benefits: Starting Salary: 30-35K with a Review after 3 months. (Salary & Benefits to be determined based on Qualifications).
*Qualified Applicants: may also apply for Assistant General Management position for ANY of the
following Tasman locations:
1. Ft. Worth, TX
2. Amarillo, TX
3. Omaha, NE
4. Louisville, KY
5. Hartland, ME (Tanning facility)
ADDITIONAL POSITIONS:
• Information Technologies Assistant Manager (Location: Louisville, Kentucky)
• Production and Quality Control (Location: Louisville, Kentucky)
• Production and Quality Control (Location: Ft. Worth, Texas)
Tannery Positions: (Location: Hartland, Maine)
• Marketing and Brand Development
• Production and Quality Control Assistant Manager
• Human Resources Assistant Manager
Name of Contact: CYNTHIA MARTINEZ - Human Resources Manager
Name of Organization: Tasman Industries, Inc. and Affiliates
City/State/Zip: Fort Worth, Texas 76106 | Louisville, KY 40206 (Corporate HQ)
Office Telephone: 502-587-0701 (Press 7)
Cell: 502-357-2546
Fax: 502-581-0697
Email: Info@TasmanIndustries.com
Website: www.TasmanUSA.com
Position: Assistant General Manager
Responsibilities: Assist the General Manager in all areas of the factory operations, Manage the production line according to the GM, Document/ Report on Quality Control, Ensure all machines are operational prior to the team beginning the day production, Operate a forklift/Bobcat, Inventory management, Load and un-load tractor trailers
Date Needed: Immediately
Qualifications: Bi-lingual (SPANISH) preferred, Strong work ethic (Winners mentality), Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word and Excel)
Salary/Benefits: Starting Salary: 30-35K with a Review after 3 months. (Salary & Benefits to be determined based on Qualifications).
*Qualified Applicants: may also apply for Assistant General Management position for ANY of the
following Tasman locations:
1. Ft. Worth, TX
2. Amarillo, TX
3. Omaha, NE
4. Louisville, KY
5. Hartland, ME (Tanning facility)
ADDITIONAL POSITIONS:
• Information Technologies Assistant Manager (Location: Louisville, Kentucky)
• Production and Quality Control (Location: Louisville, Kentucky)
• Production and Quality Control (Location: Ft. Worth, Texas)
Tannery Positions: (Location: Hartland, Maine)
• Marketing and Brand Development
• Production and Quality Control Assistant Manager
• Human Resources Assistant Manager
Name of Contact: CYNTHIA MARTINEZ - Human Resources Manager
Name of Organization: Tasman Industries, Inc. and Affiliates
City/State/Zip: Fort Worth, Texas 76106 | Louisville, KY 40206 (Corporate HQ)
Office Telephone: 502-587-0701 (Press 7)
Cell: 502-357-2546
Fax: 502-581-0697
Email: Info@TasmanIndustries.com
Website: www.TasmanUSA.com
Monday, February 8, 2016
AGR Fundraiser Thursday 2/11 - Come eat BBQ for a good cause!
The brothers of Alpha Gamma Rho are hosting a fundraising
night at David's Real Pit BBQ located at 521 NE 23rd Ave next Thursday,
February 11th, with all proceeds going towards Dance Marathon here at the
University of Florida! David’s has generously agreed to donate 15% of their
revenue from the night to DM.
For those of who you don’t know, Dance Marathon here at
the University of Florida is a year long fundraising effort and culminates in
the spring for the annual marathon, where UF students remain on their feet for
26.2 hours. The whole idea is we go out and stand for those kids who are
spending days/months/year in hospitals and can’t! All money raised goes toward our local
Children’s Miracle Network Hospital, UF Health Shands right here in
Gainesville.
DM is the largest student run philanthropy in the
Southeast, and since 1995 has raised over $10 million dollars for the kids at
UF Health Shands. We would love for anyone and everyone to come out and enjoy
some smoked ribs For The Kids!
Undergraduate research opportunities at the UF Whitney Lab.
The Whitney lab is recruiting motivated undergraduates interested in learning about and gaining experience in applied biogeoscience.
Since it is too late to offer credit for this semester, students will have an opportunity fto gain applied research experience over the weekends. We want to have motivated undergraduates get involved and learn applied biogeoscience techniques through direct experience during the mornings and then have fun in the evenings fishing, snorkeling, and kayaking or just hanging out on the beach. During the evenings, guided eco-tours and short talks will be offered depending on availability. We are offering motivated undergraduates rooming on site in return for their participation during the mornings.
Over spring break we are also looking for interested undergraduates to come attend a short course on applied environmental science where they will be exposed to methods for analyzing soils, water, and collecting data in the morning and more fun beach-related activities during the evenings. The cost of rooming will be covered in return for their participation in the mornings.
We also are offering the opportunity to earn research credit through the Soil and Water Science Department will begin this summer. We will work with each student to create a schedule of learning and have them involved in applied research with the intensity of research and expected materials (reports, papers, etc.) based on the amount of credit they are completing the research for.
What we need are a short statement of interest (can be via email) and three professional references from any interested student.
Eron Raines
hmsbeagle@ufl.edu
PhD Student, Osborne Lab
Whitney Laboratory for Marine Bioscience
9505 Ocean Shore Boulevard
St. Augustine, FL 32080-8610
Since it is too late to offer credit for this semester, students will have an opportunity fto gain applied research experience over the weekends. We want to have motivated undergraduates get involved and learn applied biogeoscience techniques through direct experience during the mornings and then have fun in the evenings fishing, snorkeling, and kayaking or just hanging out on the beach. During the evenings, guided eco-tours and short talks will be offered depending on availability. We are offering motivated undergraduates rooming on site in return for their participation during the mornings.
Over spring break we are also looking for interested undergraduates to come attend a short course on applied environmental science where they will be exposed to methods for analyzing soils, water, and collecting data in the morning and more fun beach-related activities during the evenings. The cost of rooming will be covered in return for their participation in the mornings.
We also are offering the opportunity to earn research credit through the Soil and Water Science Department will begin this summer. We will work with each student to create a schedule of learning and have them involved in applied research with the intensity of research and expected materials (reports, papers, etc.) based on the amount of credit they are completing the research for.
What we need are a short statement of interest (can be via email) and three professional references from any interested student.
Eron Raines
hmsbeagle@ufl.edu
PhD Student, Osborne Lab
Whitney Laboratory for Marine Bioscience
9505 Ocean Shore Boulevard
St. Augustine, FL 32080-8610
University Scholars Program 2016-17- Application Deadline is Friday 2/12!
It is time again for
University Scholars Program 2016/17. All students in the College of Engineering are eligible to apply if they are not going to earn
their bachelor’s degree before May 2017.
The college is allocated
35 slots from the Center for Undergraduate Research but in previous years, we
have managed to fund additional students through the generosity of faculty
mentors and departments. The application form and instructions are located at
the website: https://www.eng.ufl.edu/students/programs/undergraduate-research/university-scholars/
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