National Park Service UERLA Internship

The U. S. National Park Service (NPS) National Capital Region (NCR), Office of Natural Resources and Science (NRS) is seeking to a paid internship position. The intern will work closely with the NPS Urban Ecology Research Learning Alliance’s Science Education Coordinator. 

UERLA is a National Park Service Research Learning Center that serves 16 parks in National Capital Region. They translate complex research results into readily understandable information, providing research, education, and technical assistance for parks. UERLA also provides science communication outreach to park managers and external audiences via websites, workshops, and publications. UERLA maintains research and education partnerships with universities, not-for- profit, education, and other federal agencies. The education activities of UERLA include providing training opportunities for NPS staff and partners, participating in science education programs, and building external partnerships that support science education in parks. Within the Natural Resources and Science Office, other science programs, such as botany, wildlife, geology, air resources, and inventory and monitoring, aquatic ecology work with the Urban Ecology Research Learning Alliance on interdisciplinary projects.

Students must be enrolled in a degree program at the University of Maryland. The position is a University of Maryland paid internship. Students should consult with their academic advisor to determine if they can also receive academic credit for their internship.

See attached flyer for more details or visit https://bsci.umd.edu/internships-with-the-national-park-service/. 

For more information, contact Ann Gallagher, Ann_Gallagher@nps.gov 

MD-DC Breeding Bird Atlas Coordinator position posting

POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT: Maryland/DC Breeding Bird Atlas Coordinator

From 2020-2024, Maryland and the District of Columbia will undertake the third Breeding Bird Atlas for this area using eBird (www.ebird.org) to facilitate the collection and storage of data. This project will be supported primarily by the Maryland Ornithological Society, Maryland Department of Natural Resources Wildlife and Heritage Service, and Maryland Bird Conservation Partnership and overseen by a Steering Committee with representatives from these and other organizations. The Atlas Coordinator will play a key role in the development, delivery, and implementation of the Atlas, including day-to-day operations, engaging experienced and novice birders, and ensuring the collection of high-quality data on Maryland and the District of Columbia’s breeding birds. Specific job duties are listed below.

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POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT: Maryland/DC Breeding Bird Atlas Coordinator

From 2020-2024, Maryland and the District of Columbia will undertake the third Breeding Bird Atlas for this area using eBird (www.ebird.org) to facilitate the collection and storage of data. This project will be supported primarily by the Maryland Ornithological Society, Maryland Department of Natural Resources Wildlife and Heritage Service, and Maryland Bird Conservation Partnership and overseen by a Steering Committee with representatives from these and other organizations. The Atlas Coordinator will play a key role in the development, delivery, and implementation of the Atlas, including day-to-day operations, engaging experienced and novice birders, and ensuring the collection of high-quality data on Maryland and the District of Columbia’s breeding birds. Specific job duties are listed below.

Salary: $41,000 per year plus benefits; full-time position (40 hours per week)

Location: Statewide in Maryland and District of Columbia; office location flexible

Dates of Employment: start date mid-July 2019; 5-year+ project with contract renewed annually

The Maryland-DC Atlas Coordinator will be responsible for the following duties:

• Oversees the day-to-day implementation of the project by tracking progress on volunteer recruitment and data collection. Identifies coverage issues and sets priorities for coverage as the project progresses.Develops Atlas protocols within the general guidelines and frameworks established by the Steering Committee.
• Assists with recruiting, coordinating, and guiding project volunteers, including county coordinators, in support of meeting established Atlas objectives.
• Trains county coordinators and other volunteers in project methodology, including developing and delivering instructional materials. Demonstrates eBird to a variety of technical and nontechnical audiences.
• Assists with data quality and control as needed, including working with eBird reviewers.
• Works with eBird team to visualize and summarize Atlas data for a variety of audiences.
• Reports to the Steering Committee at regular meetings and provides periodic progress reports as needed by funders.
• Works with the Steering Committee to identify and pursue additional funding opportunities.
• Assists the Steering Committee and subcommittees with development of field and reporting methodology.
• Provides outreach for the Atlas consistent with a communications plan, including developing and distributing or presenting outreach and promotional materials through traditional, online, and social media outlets.
• Assists with summary and dissemination of Atlas results through print and electronic media.
• Assists with Atlas data collection as needed.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree, preferably in the biological sciences, environmental education, or a related field.
• Proven skills in project management and coordination, including ability to prioritize activities, meet timelines, multitask, and delegate tasks as needed.
• Excellent communication skills (written and oral) to clearly articulate vision and plans to diverse technical and nontechnical audiences, and provide effective instruction.
• Strong interpersonal and social skills and a positive attitude.
• Ability to work independently or with minimal supervision.
• Proficiency in Eastern North American bird identification in the field by sight and sound.
• Experience in avian observational and/or survey methods, including proficiency in use of eBird.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to travel throughout Maryland/DC as needed; must have valid driver's license and use of personal vehicle.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Connections with the birding community, preferably in the U.S. Mid-Atlantic region
• Proficiency with mobile and desktop versions of eBird.
• Familiarity with the status, distribution, and ecology of eastern birds.
• Familiarity with atlasing methodology.
• Experience with ArcMap or related computer mapping applications.
• Strong understanding of the value of and previous experience supporting citizen science projects.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL EFFORT

May travel throughout the state and may work in variable weather conditions, at remote locations, on difficult and hazardous terrain, and under physically demanding circumstances in isolated settings.

TO APPLY:

Applications are due May 31, 2019. Applicants must submit a cover letter describing their qualifications and addressing the Required and Preferred Qualifications listed above. Applicants may also submit a resume or curriculum vitae. Additionally, applicants must provide contact information (including phone numbers and email addresses) for three references who can comment on the applicant’s qualifications relevant to this position. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status.

Application materials should be sent to Robin Todd (president@mdbirds.org) with subject line “MD/DC BBA Coordinator”.  

Casa Citizenship Informational Session April 26 at 3:30PM

Casa Citizenship Informational Session April 26, 3:30-5PM

Los invitamos a una sesión Informativa de ciudadanía

En esta sesión tendremos información sobre los caminos hacia la ciudadanía para los estudiantes y el personal que son residentes permanentes legales o personas que tengan preguntas generales sobre inmigración.  Tendrán la oportunidad de hablar con un abogado de inmigración.  

Viernes 4/26/19 -- STAMP - Juan Jimenez -2208

3:30 pm - 5:00 pm 

Patrocinado por MICA, Programa de Estudiantes Indocumentados y CASA de Maryland.

Registrense aqui- go.umd.edu/casainfo  

Full-time and part-time positions available: Maryland DNR

The Maryland Department of Natural Resources, Wildlife & Heritage Service is currently accepting applications for one full-time and one part-time Seasonal Contractual position (Natural Resources Technician III). The Department seeks two highly motivated individuals to assist with a project to test a rapid assessment protocol for characterizing stream-associated wetland habitats and providing information on their condition. Field work will take place in southern Maryland (Anne Arundel, Prince George's, Calvert, and Charles counties). Job duties will include (1) collection of data on dominant woody and herbaceous vegetation (vegetation composition, structure, percent cover), physical site characteristics (including hydrology and soils), and stressors (including invasive plant species) at a variety of sites in the project area; (2) use of existing GIS data layers to characterize landscape condition and other measures relevant to habitat condition; and (3) assistance with data entry, data summary, landowner/land manager contacts, and equipment maintenance in support of the field work. Expect occasional long field days with varied weather conditions and biting insects. May need to use own vehicle.

Candidates must have a strong work ethic, good problem-solving skills, and the ability to work well independently and in a small team in remote areas with minimal supervision. Candidates must also have the ability to identify dominant herbaceous and woody vegetation of riparian wetland systems in the mid-Atlantic region, including associated uplands. Experience with ArcMap and handheld GPS units is required.

See link for additional information:

 https://www.jobapscloud.com/MD/sup/bulpreview.asp?R1=19&R2=002293&R3=0030

Paid Summer Jobs for Students to Make an Impact on the Environment & Public Health

Want to get paid to make a difference this summer? Want to learn valuable communication, leadership and organizing skills? Want to help protect the environment, public health, and our democracy while working with people who share the same passions as you?

If so, you should check out Fund for the Public Interest, a national non-profit organization that runs campaigns for some of the nation’s most prominent social change and environmental organizations, such as U.S. PIRG and Environment America.

The Fund is currently hiring students to join our summer campaign staff in DC and in 30 other cities across the country. Students will get the opportunity to gain first-hand experience in grassroots organizing, learn valuable communication skills and have the opportunity to participate in a variety of campaign actions including: running media events, petitioning, canvassing, fundraising, and writing letters to the editor, all while being paid as members of our staff. Our staff typically earn an average of $14-19/hour.

Interested? Apply today! Just go to www.summerjobsthatmatter.org.

Huracán, Tormenta, Storm: Winds of Change

LASC would like to invite to you to our annual student conference that will happen May 2nd and 3rd. This year, our theme is "Huracán, Tormenta, Storm: Winds of Change." We are excited to host Dr. Hilda Lloréns, an anthropologist from the University of Rhode Island, as our plenary address, along with UMD's Dr. Isabella Alcaniz and Dr. Merle Collins, recent UMD Geography Ph.D. Dr. Ana Ivelisse Sanchez-Rivera, Salvadoran journalist Daniel Alvarenga, and Dominican natural disaster activist and social worker Wendy Osirus as our keynote speakers. In addition, we have an exciting line-up of graduate and undergraduate students who will share their research and art. Please, spread the word among your your students and colleagues. You will find our flyer for the conference below.

GEOG Table Tennis Championships

Come out to the 2019 Department of Geographical Sciences Table Tennis Championship! All are welcome as we watch the final matches of the tournament. Come cheer on your fellow students, researchers, and professors as they play in the championship! 

Details: 

Friday, May 3rd 2 pm

LeFrak 1158 

Food and drinks are being provided by the department. 

NOAA Paid Summer Opportunities

NOAA currently has two paid summer hire positions posted now with the contractor ERT at NOAA's Office of Coast Survey located in Silver Spring, MD:

IOCM Precision Port Area GIS Redefinition Intern --  This project will involve taking an existing GIS port boundaries project worked on by previous summer hires to the next level.  We need to define smaller ports within these larger port areas, establishing criteria to refine with Coast Survey customers and determine a shoreward boundary or buffer.  Work will fluctuate between interviewing colleagues for Coast Survey to establish final criteria defining a "port," and the hands-on GIS analysis to update the port boundary layers into an atlas of ports.  

Ocean Forecast System Intern -- The intern will develop skill assessments and visualization tools for the US West Coast Ocean Forecast System (WCOFS).  The intern will learn about aspects of physical oceanography and numerical modeling used to predict sea level, transports, temperature and other oceanic variables and apply these concepts during development.  (This position would be appropriate for students more interested in the heavy programming side of GIS or for someone in another related field -- other physical science or engineering -- with strong programming skills and interests.)

For more than two centuries, Coast Survey has provided navigation products and services that ensure safe and efficient maritime commerce.  Coast Survey maintains the nation's nautical charts, surveys the coastal seafloor, responds to national maritime emergencies, and searches for underwater obstructions and wreckage.  

Positions will be filled by ERT on a rolling basis and are for this summer; however, the start and end dates are flexible.

If you have any questions, please contact kathleen.jamison@noaa.gov

USDA-ARS Paid Summer Internship

Summer Employment Opportunity The Role of Scale Insects on Roseau Cane Die-Offs in Louisiana

Project background:

In 2016, marshes along the coast of Plaquemines Parish, Louisiana took a major hit, as large tracts of common reed (known locally as roseau cane) died off suddenly. Reeds were discovered to be infested with thousands of grass-feeding scale insects, Nipponaclerda biwakoensis (Kuwana). ARS scientists are working with federal and non-federal partners to study the impact and spread of this invader and develop strategies for the management of populations now established in the United States. Research efforts will consider both biological and environmental factors contributing toward roseau cane death in the Mississippi River Delta. 

Summer Internship roles and responsibilities: SEL’s objective is to provide genetic characterization, voucher preparation, and identification for specimens collected from the native and invasive range of N. biwakoensis. This includes the target species, additional flat grass scale (Aclerdidae) species that may be collected, and their associated natural enemies. The intern will be responsible for: 
1. receiving and cataloguing specimens sent by collaborators (using Specify v6)
2. conducting DNA extractions of insect specimens following established laboratory protocols (spin column-based protocol)
3. generating high quality slide-mounted voucher preparations of insect cuticles to be deposited in the National Entomological Collection of Coccomorpha. 

Additional responsibilities may include running polymerase chain reactions (PCR) and similar preparation/processing of scale insect specimens from ongoing projects in the lab. Experience in DNA extraction protocols is a MUST. Experience in slide-mounting and PCR techniques is desired. 

The intern will report directly to Dr. Schneider (USDA ARS SEL) and conduct their work in his laboratory at the Beltsville Agricultural Research Center. The employment term will run for a 3-month period starting around June 1st (negotiable) and ending around August 31st. A stipend is offered at the GS-2 Step 1 (2018) schedule, $6,770 for 3 months of work. The position also includes health insurance coverage for the period of employment, valued at $1,420.

Applicants should submit their CV and a brief statement of interest by email to Dr. Scott Schneider at scott.schneider@ars.usda.gov. Questions regarding the position can also be sent to this address.

Scott A. Schneider USDA Agricultural Research Service Systematic Entomology Laboratory 10300 Baltimore Ave., Bldg. 005, Room 004 Beltsville, MD 20705 scott.schneider@ars.usda.gov 

Summer Courses

***NEW COURSE ADDED 

GEOG474
Foundations for GIS: Geospatial Databases Syllabus Repository

Introduction to key aspects of database design for GIS applications; major database models that support spatial data; formal models for key spatial relationships that underlie many different GIS applications; basics of SQL for making queries on datasets; design and construction of ArcGIS geodatabases; ArcGIS tools for geoprocessing.

Meets July 8, 2019 - August 16, 2019

MW 6:30pm - 10:00pm

Global Forest Watch GIS Analyst position with the World Resources Institute

Program Overview

Global Forest Watch (GFW) Pro is an interactive online forest monitoring and alert system designed to help commodity companies and financial institutions meet their sustainable sourcing commitments, to reduce deforestation, and to conserve forest landscapes. As part of the broader GFWinitiative, the Global Forest Watch Commodities and Finance (GFWCF) team places near real time data in the supply chain context to address the impacts of palm oil, soy, cattle, and cocoa production. GFWCF establishes partnerships with private sector companies, as well as certification bodies and multi-stakeholder initiatives to envision and implement a sustainable commodities future.  

Job Summary

The World Resources Institute (WRI) is seeking a Geographic Information System (GIS) Analyst to join the GFWCF team, under the Food, Forest and Water Program. As GIS Analyst, you will prepare spatial data and provide technical support for the GFW Pro platform and other GFW web applications. You will lead the delivery of GIS-related technical outputs for team strategy development and provide training to WRI colleagues and external partners in the use of GFW tools and resulting analysis.

Job Responsibilities

Data Management and GIS Technical Support (80% of time required)

• Acquire new datasets relevant to GFWCF, in the context of identified thematic and geographic research priorities
• Provide GIS technical support for GFW Pro users and WRI staff, including debugging and hands on training
• Process and manage GIS datasets for GFW Pro
• Develop protocols for confidential data sharing
• Manage GFW Pro data quality assurance, including running and comparing GIS analysis results
• Automate certain data cleaning and management processes
• Prepare map services for web mapping applications using ArcGIS server and ArcGIS online

 Outreach and Communication (10% of time required)

• Field and respond to GIS technical inquiries from GFW Pro and other private sector users
• Write technical publications to document spatial analysis methods 
• Prepare online and printed maps for GFWCF partners and communications materials
• Represent GFWCF and give presentations at relevant conferences
• Communicate about GFW Pro data and analytical content to non-technical audiences

 Research and Analysis (10% of time required)

• Analyze spatial data, including deriving spatial statistics, using geoprocessing tools.
• In collaboration with private sector engagement leads, perform analyses or develop models to support new indicators of sustainability
• Lead and coordinate geographic analysis and provide scientific support for GFWC
• Provide guidance and leadership to other GIS staff with respect to technical analysis

Job Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• One+ year of relevant, full-time work experience
• Bachelor's degree in GIS, Environmental Science, Geography, Forest Ecology, or another related field
• Expertise in ArcGIS software, including ArcGIS Desktop 10.x, ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Server, and ArcGIS Online
• Programming experience using Python, R, and/or other analysis tools
• Experience with both raster and vector-based GIS analysis, including large and complex datasets
• Experience managing geodatabases, especially ArcSDE
• Strong communication skills, including presentation experience, and working within teams
• Willingness to take initiative and ability to work independently and manage own time.
• Ability to work on a variety of projects while meeting tight deadlines
• Creative problem-solver who likes to be challenged

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience publishing web map services
• Experience with Carto, Mapbox, and Google Earth
• Experience with cloud computing, including Amazon Web Services  
• Knowledge of agricultural supply chains  
• Experience working with diverse audiences, including international staff and non-native English speakers

For more details and the application, follow this link: https://jobs.jobvite.com/wri/job/obnM9fwd

1 WEEK LEFT: Bright Futures Summer 'Unpaid Internship' Scholarship Application

The Bright Futures Initiative awards students with need-based scholarships ranging from $100-$1,000 to help offset expenses incurred during unpaid internships with non-profit organizations and government agencies.  

Students have 1 more week to submit an application for summer 2019!

DEADLINE: Monday, April 22, 2019 at 5 p.m.

Access to the Application: go.umd.edu/brightfutures

Help us spread the word & please forward this email to your students!

Eligible Candidates 

All registered University of Maryland, College Park undergraduate students returning to campus for the fall 2019 semester, who have an internship for summer 2019, are eligible to apply. Graduating seniors (May 2019 & August 2019) are not eligible. Preference will be given to juniors and seniors graduating in December 2019 and to those who have not previously received an award.  In order for a student's internship to qualify for funding support, it must satisfy the following criteria:

• Unpaid on-campus or off-campus internship with a non-profit organization or government agency
• Offered during the summer and completed by Friday, August 23, 2019
• Supervised by a professional in the organization

To Apply:  go.umd.edu/brightfutures

Submission Deadline: Monday, April 22 at 5 p.m.

 

Questions?

Visit go.umd.edu/brightfutures

 

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If not addressed on the above website, contact:

Natalie Sullivan

University Career Center & The President's Promise

nmsulli@umd.edu

Summer Haven Registration

College Camp For A Fresh Start Summer is fast approaching and the Haven at College in collaboration with UMD offers an amazing opportunity for college students with substance use and co-occurring disorders to stay on track throughout the summer in preparation for Fall, 2019. Your students are invited to a boatload of fun summer activities like kayaking, water tubing, trail hiking, outdoor movie nights, outdoor concerts and fireworks at Summer Haven. They can live at The Haven Recovery Residence for 24/7 supervised support, receive individualized treatment at The Haven Outpatient Center, or combine the two with a customized program! Summer Haven programs revolve around student classes at UMD and nearby colleges. Some programs are covered by insurance. Please share this information with your students and advisors as a referral opportunity. Announcing the Summer Haven program open to students from UMD and surrounding schools. Two six-week courses run parallel with UMD summer course schedules. Session One  May 28 – July 5, 2019                     Session Two July 8 – August 16, 2019 Program Highlights: Fun events and healthy activities including hiking, yoga and bicycling Enrollment in summer classes to improve academic record & increase class credits Opportunity to make new like-minded friends Bunk with The Summer Haven community in the recovery residence The Haven at College Recovery Residence is a peer-led residential community where recovering students identify with each other’s stories and help each other navigate early sobriety—while succeeding in college. Conveniently located in two adjacent Terrapin Row townhouses, The Haven at College offers a safe, fun and supportive place to study, socialize, eat, sleep and become our best sober selves. The Haven Residential program includes: • Full biopsychosocial assessment • 24/7 recovery supervision and communication: live-in house managers plus peer support • Weekly counseling and case management sessions with a licensed addiction clinician • Group accountability: weekly house meetings run by clinicians • Community support from peers: onsite recovery meetings and planned social events • Random drug testing: urine analysis and Breathalyzer The Haven at College Outpatient Center, close to campus at 7207 Baltimore Avenue, provides a safe, relatable and judgment-free place for young adults to meet and recover from substance use and co-occurring disorders. The Haven’s innovative, evidence-based treatment programs permit students to maintain an active academic and social life. We are open to all college-track young adults, whether currently enrolled in a university or not. We accept most insurance providers. The Haven Outpatient Center offers two levels of care: Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) and the Outpatient Program. A biopsychosocial assessment ensures optimum placement. Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) includes: • 9 hours per week of group therapy, individual therapy and case management • Drug testing • Peer mentoring The Outpatient Program includes: • 3-6 hours per week of group therapy, individual therapy and case management • Drug testing

In collaboration with the universities listed below, and serving students at surrounding colleges: University of Southern California Miami University, Oxford, OH University of Maryland, College Park Drexel University University of California, Santa Barbara University of San Francisco University of Redlands Please contact us by clicking on the link below to fill out our form or call 888 22HAVEN (888.224.2836) to speak with one of our leading counselors for more information. www.TheHavenAtCollege.com/summer-application/

International Association of Chiefs of Police GIS Internship

Geographic Information Systems /Professional Services Intern
Intern
Alexandria, VA, US

Are you interested in supporting the world's law enforcement leaders? If so, the IACP's Student Internship Program hires a select number of graduate students who are interested in supporting IACP’s vision of Serving the Leaders of Today and Developing the Leaders of Tomorrow. Selected interns will support the IACP’s management studies, which are comprehensive surveys of the management and operations of police agencies. The surveys aim to determine the degree to which a department is properly accountable, is operating cost-effectively, complies with professional police standards, and satisfies the crime control and service requirements of the citizens it serves. This position will gain first-hand experience in creating geographic information systems (GIS) illustrations and organizing the management study data. The applicant will learn how to work with police departments, analysts, and other stakeholders to solve organizational issues. Specific focus will be on geospatial analysis of data.

Job Functions:
Analyze, program, and implement GIS software 
Assist with internal display of IACP data and create GIS illustrations for our Professional Services projects.
Research, analyze, and evaluate new or updated GIS application functionality with a focus on business needs and benefit 
Maintain project schedules, prioritize tasks, and meet established timelines 
Process variety of data sets to produce graphic representations 
Beat/district analysis for optimal resource deployment 
Ensure accurate data creation and data creation and database replication utilizing industry standard GIS software
Perform other duties as assigned or required 

Education/Areas of Study:
Geospatial data, policing data analysis, research methodology

Required Skills: 

• Researching public records and performing data digitization
• Utilizing spatial statistics
• Knowledge of GIS software

Position Specifications:

• Currently enrolled graduate level students, or recent graduates within the past six months
• Minimum 3.0 grade point average
• Creative thinking and ability to communicate ideas and opinions
• Strong MS Word and Excel capabilities/experience
• Excellent command of English (especially written)
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Excellent attention to detail
• Must be available to work 20 hours per week

How to Apply: 

• Submit the following five application documents by Friday, April 26, 2019 to be considered. 
• Cover Letter (indicate the semester you are applying for)  
• Resume  
• Academic Transcript (can be unofficial)  
• Writing Sample 
• Letter of Recommendation 

For more information: click here

ESRI Job Openings for Graduate or Graduated Students

ESRI has two GIS job openings for those who have graduated or are currently pursuing graduate school.

Please click on the following links for more detail:

GIS Industry Solutions Manager - Earth Sciences

GIS Industry Solutions Manager – Water (including water resources)

Ecological Restoration Workshop

This is an applied course with the goal of teaching students how to run and analyze hydrologic models like restoration professionals do. The course will be hands on with lots of real life examples, and I don't think anyone will regret coming who is remotely interested. Also, lunch will be provided! Let me know if you need anything else from me.

If you are interested in registering, click here!

ENST Summer Courses

ENST233
Introduction to Environmental Health

Credits: 4    (Gen Ed: DSNS)

Examines how humans are affected by the quality of our air, water, soil and food supply as well as how human activities alter these survival necessities. Students will learn how the evolution and prosperity of human populations have resulted in degradation of our environment and the impact of environmental degradation on the health of people. The implications of individual and collective choices for sustainable food production, population management, and resource utilization will be explored.


ENST499F
Special Topics in Environmental Science and Technology; Vector-Borne Disease in Changing Environments: Socio-ecolgoical Theory and Methodologies Syllabus Repository

Credits: 2

Prerequisite: Senior Standing. There are two field trips scheduled for June 5 and June 12 last 3.5 hours each.

An interdisciplinary study of pests and vectors in human-made landscapes, with a focus on mosquitoes and ticks in the temperate US. We will focus on social and environmental factors affecting infestations and their management, and explore important ecological, economic, and health impacts of infestation, key research questions, and control strategies in the 21st century.

Maryland Parent & Family Association Student Scholarship Awards

SCHOLARSHIPS OF UP TO $2,000 AVAILABLE FOR 2019-2020!

Applications are being accepted for the Maryland Parent & Family Association Student Scholarship Awards. The scholarships provide assistance to current undergraduate students in good standing who may be unable to continue their education at the University due to extenuating personal or family financial circumstances. A minimum of 15 scholarships will be awarded for the 2019-2020 academic year.

Award criteria, instructions, and an online application can be found at https://terpfamily.umd.edu/mpfa-student-scholarship-award. 

******Applications must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, May 10, 2019.************