GEOG Departmental Seminar Thursday (4/1)

It is my pleasure to announce the two speakers for this week's virtual
seminar. We will hear from Dr. Inbal Becker-Reshef, "NASA Harvest:
Earth Observations for Informed Agricultural Decisions," and Dr. Evan
Ellicott, "Active Fire Detections Applications and Uncertainty," this
Thursday, April 1st, from 3:45 PM to 5:00 PM EDT.

Below you will find further details on this week's seminar including
zoom connection details and abstracts of our presenters. I look
forward to seeing you all there! In the meantime, please do not
hesitate to reach out if you have any questions!

Join Zoom Meeting
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Next CGIS SMAART seminar - Ecologist Dr. Erica Stuber 4/6 @ 3:30pm

 

We have had an incredible breadth of topics covered across the CGIS SMART seminar series so far and we are fortunate to keep it going with Dr. Erica Stuber on 4/6 @ 3:30pm EST who will present on The 'Evolution' of Multi-scale Studies in Ecology. Hope to see you all there!

Link to registration & abstract: https://bit.ly/3c7JNFp

best,

Taylor

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Taylor M. Oshan, Ph.D.

Assistant Professor of GISc.

Center for Geospatial Information Science

Department of Geographical Sciences

University of Maryland, College Park

toshan@umd.edu | @TaylorOshan

GIS Career Chat-this Wednesday, 3/24!!

 Be sure to check out the next BSOS Career Chat this Wednesday, March 24th featuring Rachel Moore Marks, GEOG '16. 

RSVP to join: https://fellercenter.umd.edu/bsos-career-chats. 

Rachel Moore Marks,  GEOG '16 |  Natural Resource Planner, Chesapeake and Coastal Service of the Maryland Department of Natural Resources:  Rachel obtained a BS in Environmental Science and Policy with a focus in Wildlife Ecology and Management from University of Maryland (UMD) in 2010.  She then received a Master's Certificate in Geospatial Information Science (GIS) and a Master's Degree in Physical Geography from the Department of Geographical Sciences in 2011 and 2016 respectively. Her educational and professional background has focused on a combination of GIS, remote sensing, wildlife and forest ecology, and ecological modeling. Since 2016, she has worked as a Natural Resource Planner with the Chesapeake and Coastal Service of the Maryland Department of Natural Resources.  She uses her specialization in ecology, geospatial analysis, and ecological modeling to create statewide spatial data, web maps, and interactive web-based decision support tools for use by state, federal, non-profit, and private conservation and restoration partners in natural resource management, project funding, and policy creation. 

REMINDER! SMAART Seminar Tuesday, February 2 @ 3:30pm

 On Tuesday 2/2 at 3:30 PM Dr. Daoqin Tong of ASU will present on "Distance in spatial analysis: challenges related to spatial data aggregation, scale, and computation.

Full abstract and registration link are available in the attached flyer or the below link: https://bit.ly/385E3KI

Hope to see you there!

ENSP Annual Symposium (Feb. 5)

 Zoom link:   https://umd.zoom.us/j/5230913474  

CGIS SMAART seminar - Dr. Daoqin Tong - 2/2 @ 3:30pm

On Tuesday 2/2 at 3:30 PM Dr. Daoqin Tong of ASU will present on "Distance in spatial analysis: challenges related to spatial data aggregation, scale, and computation.

Full abstract and registration link are available in the attached flyer or the below link: https://bit.ly/385E3KI

Hope to see you there!

Recent Graduate Panel-this Monday, 11/9!!

The Geography club is hosting a Recent Graduate Panel on Monday, November 9th at 6pm (https://ter.ps/GeogPanel). Hear from recent GEOG/ENSP graduates about their undergraduate experience and post-graduate life! Learn about finding jobs and attending graduate school! Check out the graphics below to learn more about this event!

Free Geospatial Ecosystem Job Fair Oct. 19

 

The geospatial community is growing and more jobs are being added each day. Join USGIF and Saint Louis University for the first of its kind FREE virtual job fair for the geospatial ecosystem. This reimagined, free event for job seekers is going virtual this year and will include employers from all over the country. Whether you're currently unemployed or looking for a change in careers, this is a must-attend job fair! Register for Free HIRING ORGANIZATIONS ARE YOU CURRENTLY HIRING? This is the perfect opportunity to engage with applicants actively seeking employment. Prospective job seekers at this job fair will include but are not limited to cleared and uncleared industry redeploying to other contracts; veterans with some civilian work experience; men and women transitioning from active duty; experienced program managers, engineers, programmers, and analysts; and recent graduates and current students looking to break into the industry.   Email Jeff Ley for more information. Build the Community | Advance the Tradecraft | Accelerate Innovation 13665 Dulles Technology Drive, Suite 100, Herndon, VA 20171

Opportunity to learn about GIS career paths!

 BSOS Career Chats: Mini conversations around BIG topics

Interested in career paths in Geographic Information System? Register to join: go.umd.edu/careerchats the October 14th @ 4 pm BSOS Career Chat. 

Caroline Bruchman, GEOG '17 is currently a GIS Analyst at Mead & Hunt, where her main job responsibilities are transportation planning and environmental permitting.  As a participant in the GEOG 5-Year Master's program, her graduate school experiences include Research Assistant, Teaching Assistant, Data Management Analyst, and Academic Advisor. Caroline's undergraduate experiences include BSOS Peer Advisor and Office of Sustainability intern. REGISTER TO JOIN: go.umd.edu/careerchats the October 14th @ 4 pm BSOS Career Chat. 

 

BSOS CAREER CHATS: Interested in learning about a new field or gaining industry specific application tips? Attend this 30-minute session to learn how these alumni made it! The session will be informal and start with a short overview, followed by a Q&A with students. Students will have the option to talk with professionals through the Zoom chat feature or unmute themselves to pose questions. Questions about the Career Chats? Please email bsoscareers@umd.edu. Hosted by the Joel and Kim Feller BSOS Advising & Career Planning office. 

Fall 2020 Tutoring Schedule Now Live

 

Fall 2020 Wellness Workshops from the Counseling Center

 

Career Events for BSOS Majors: July/August

Career Events for BSOS Majors: July/August 

Click Here to view details for all of the events below.

Interview Techniques Workshop, USAJobs
Monday, July 27, 2020 • 2 - 3:30 pm |  Virtual Event
During this information session, participants will be provided with specific information that will prepare them for Federal interviews. Information during this session will include interview preparation, coverage, delivery methods, types of questions and how to respond, as well as other considerations.

ADHD & Career Development
Thursday, August 6, 2020 • 4 - 5 pm |  Virtual Event
Our webinar will explore how ADHD and career development impact one another. For many students, preparing for a career during the COVID pandemic is highly stressful. For students managing ADHD concerns, the impact may be greater.

LinkedIn Workshop
Tuesday, August 11, 2020 • 12 - 1:30 pm |  Virtual Event
Join this workshop to get your LinkedIn page ready for virtual recruitment and virtual job/intern search.

Autism & Career Development
Thursday, August 13, 2020 • 4 - 5 pm |  Virtual Event
Our webinar will explore how autism and career development impact one another.

How I Got My First Job After Graduation: Advice from Alumni

Tuesday, August 18 • 2-3 pm | Hear from experienced alumni on how they got their first job and what you can do right now to set yourself up for success. All students are welcome to attend, but ECON majors will find this particularly helpful. 

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Fairs:

Intelligence Community 2020 Virtual Career Fair
Thursday, August 13, 2020 • 1:00 pm - 7:00 pm |  Virtual Event (RSVP required, register today!)

The U.S. Intelligence Community (IC) is hosting a virtual career fair showcasing hundreds of career choices. You'll have the opportunity to connect with recruiters from some of the nation's largest intelligence agencies and explore promising career opportunities in fields specific to your interests. From your computer, tablet or mobile phone, sit back, login and chat with a recruiter. Who: Students, entry-level and experienced professionals in STEM, business, foreign language, human resources and more.

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Highlighted Resources offered by the BSOS Career Planning Team:

• Using LinkedIn to connect with employers and alumni 
• Federal application tips 
• Job/Internship Search Strategies During COVID-19, BSOS Majors
• Where to Expect Job Market Growth in a Post-COVID-19 Economy
• Openings for BSOS majors: Careers4Terps@BSOS
  
• Schedule an appointment, submit a resume to be reviewed, or email us your career/internship questions at BSOScareers@umd.edu. 

Introductory Webinar: An Inside Look at how NASA Measures Air Pollution

With the world’s eyes and media coverage turned to recent global changes in air pollution from the economic downturn, we have an upcoming two-part webinar series (May 26 and 28) that will focus on which air quality pollutants can be measured from space, how satellites make these measurements, the do’s and don’ts in interpreting satellite data, and how to download and create your own visualizations.

An Inside Look at how NASA Measures Air Pollution

Would you like to learn how to access and visualize NASA satellite imagery? With the world’s eyes and media coverage turned to recent global changes in air pollution from the economic downturn, this two-part webinar series provides a primer for the novice, and a good refresher course for all others.

Audience: Members of the public, journalists, meteorologists, and others new to remote sensing.

Course Dates: May 26 and 28, 2020

Times and Registration Information: 

This training will be delivered in English and Spanish.

  

English Session: 10:00-11:30 EDT (UTC-4): https://go.nasa.gov/2xZM8Rz
Spanish Session: 14:00-15:30 EDT (UTC-4): https://go.nasa.gov/2VSQDGr   

Learning Objectives: By the end of this training, attendees will be able to:

• List the pollutants that can be observed by NASA satellites
• Find and download imagery for NO2 and aerosols/particles
• Describe the capabilities and limitations of NASA NO2 and aerosol measurements

Course Format: Two online, 1.5-hour parts

Virtual Study Space

Come study with other students in the virtual Terrapin Learning Commons (TLC)! This is a 90-minute community work session via Zoom providing an opportunity to work individually alongside other students to stay motivated and focused. Bring an assignment, reading, or notes to review and get ready to get to work.

What to expect: 

• Welcome from Library staff member
• Participant intro and short description of what they are working on
• Heads-down time for individual work in community with others
• Progress check out from participants
• Closing from Library staff member
• A librarian will be on hand for the duration of the session for 1:1 questions via chat.

How to join:

No registration needed. Simply connect a few minutes before the start time HERE.

What other students are saying:

"It helped me focus and it was really nice to feel like you were in a room with others who were studying too."

"A great place with accountability to encourage you to stay focused."

"It's a good way to add some normalcy to your study session by working in a dynamic environment with other people."

Recruiting During Quarantine Panel

Recruiting During Quarantine Panel
Monday, April 27th | 4:00-5:00 pm
Please RSVP to receive a reminder email the day before the event.

Join the University Career Center for a virtual conversation with employers about the realities of recruiting during COVID-19. We'll ask for their tips and how/if recruiting is happening in their organization right now.Panelists include:

• Equinox Fitness
• FDA - Center for Tobacco Products
• ScribeAmerica 
• FDA - Office of the Commissioner, Medical Products and Tobacco
• Association of American Medical Colleges

The event is open to all students and alumni.

Earth Day at Maryland Webinar

Join us Wednesday April 22nd from 2 - 3 pm EST for a celebration of our planet, “Earth Day at Maryland: 50 Years of Climate Action and Sustainable Solutions.” Climate activist, author, and founder of 350.org, Bill McKibben will offer the opening remarks to a powerful keynote panel from leaders on the forefront of the climate fight in Maryland and Washington DC. Following, participants will break into small groups for engaged discussion on specific topics--including innovation, climate finance, and environmental justice. Through cross-sector collaboration we aim to understand our next steps in Maryland, a state already leading the charge on sustainable solutions, to actionably address climate change moving forward.

Please RSVP here to attend the event.

Virtual Mental Health Workshops

AGU Bridge Program

If you identify as a student... From an underrepresented group Who has a long-term goal of earning a graduate degree in the geosciences And has never applied to graduate school or is seeking a second chance at applying ...then the AGU Bridge Program welcomes you to apply to graduate school through a common application found here. Your FREE AGU Bridge Program application will be circulated to AGU Bridge Partner institutions with graduate programs across the country. Students accepted into a graduate program within an AGU Bridge Partner department will be able to receive funding, have opportunities to conduct research, work on advanced coursework, and be mentored and coached as an AGU Bridge Fellow.  Use this link to start your FREE online application NOW! Students are encouraged to complete their application by April 1, 2020, to allow recommenders time to submit their letters of support before the application closes on April 15, 2020.  To learn more about AGU Bridge Program please visit our website, and best of luck! Please direct any additional questions about the AGU Bridge Program or application to bridge@agu.org.

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