Follow this link: USGIG Scholarship Program to find out more about how to apply for these scholarship opportunities. … [Read more...]

I am writing to inform you about 10-week paid research opportunities with the NASA DEVELOP National Program, open to current students and recent college graduates as well as transitioning career professionals. NASA DEVELOP projects focus on helping local and international communities address their environmental concerns while utilizing NASA's Earth observing fleet of satellites. NASA DEVELOP operates at twelve locations across the country at NASA Centers and other regional locations. Locations local to UMW include Goddard Space Flight Center in Greenbelt, MD, and Langley Research Center in Hampton, VA. This is a great opportunity for participants who are interested in practical applications of remote sensing and GIS, specifically in the field of Earth Science. Participants will work with NASA scientists, partner organizations, and science advisors to learn about the use of NASA Earth science data for use in water resources, disaster management, ecological forecasting, and other … [Read more...]

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is pleased to announce the availability of scholarships for undergraduate students majoring in disciplines related to oceanic and atmospheric science, research, or technology, and supportive of the purposes of NOAA’s programs and mission. Over 100 students are selected each year for participation in the Ernest F. Hollings and Educational Partnership Program (EPP) scholarship programs. These scholarships include support for two years of undergraduate study and summer internship opportunities at NOAA facilities across the country. For information on program benefits and how to apply, visit our web sites: · Educational Partnership Program Undergraduate Scholarship: ww.noaa.gov/eppscholarship o   Application Deadline:  January 31, 2020 · Ernest F. Hollings Undergraduate Scholarship: www.noaa.gov/hollings o   Application Deadline: January 31, 2020 Eligibility Requirements: · US Citizen · 3.0 GPA (Hollings) or … [Read more...]

The Piedmont Environmental Council is one of the most effective community-based environmental groups in the country. We work in nine-counties bordering Shenandoah National Park, from Loudoun to Albemarle, on a range of issues including land and water conservation, land-use policy to create high-quality communities, strengthening rural economies, restoring wildlife habitat, improving people's access to nature, and more. PEC Fellowship Program: Twelve students are selected for, as we say, a once in a lifetime opportunity to spend seven weeks in the Piedmont while studying with seasoned professionals in land conservation, planning, agriculture, historic preservation, mapping, and more. It's much more than an internship -- for the first five weeks, the program combines classroom discussion, field trips, and hands-on activities to give participants a comprehensive understanding of our work. For the last few weeks, the fellows work on a collaborative practicum, focused on their interests. … [Read more...]

The Kauai Forest Bird Recovery Project, a collaborative effort of the University of Hawaii and Hawaii Division of Forestry and Wildlife, will be hiring a Database and GIS Analysis Assistant in early 2020. To that end, we are soliciting letters of interest and CVs from suitable candidates. Only those who submit a response will receive notification of the actual job posting and be considered for the position. Please submit your materials by Dec 15, 2019 to erica AT kauaiforestbirds.org for consideration. Here is a general description of the position. Responsible for undertaking Geographic Information System (GIS) analysis and data management duties for the KFBRP.  Works under the direction of the Endangered Avian Research Project Coordinator. Duties include database enhancement and management, data entry and digitizing, and GIS analysis of field data (related to a wide range of data including biological monitoring, forest bird population surveys and monitoring, predator control … [Read more...]

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is pleased to announce the availability of scholarships for undergraduate students majoring in disciplines related to oceanic and atmospheric science, research, or technology, and supportive of the purposes of NOAA’s programs and mission. Over 100 students are selected each year for participation in the Ernest F. Hollings and Educational Partnership Program (EPP) scholarship programs. These scholarships include support for two years of undergraduate study and summer internship opportunities at NOAA facilities across the country. For information on program benefits and how to apply, visit our web sites: · Educational Partnership Program Undergraduate Scholarship: ww.noaa.gov/eppscholarship o   Application Deadline:  January 31, 2020 · Ernest F. Hollings Undergraduate Scholarship: www.noaa.gov/hollings o   Application Deadline:  January 31, 2020 Eligibility Requirements: · US Citizen · 3.0 GPA (Hollings) or 3.2 GPA … [Read more...]

Come join us as Arthur Traldi Team Leader on the Prosecution of Ratko Mladic before the International Criminal Tribunal delivers a public and free lecture titled: “The Idea Of International Justice: Policy and Practice”  Tuesday, October 22 at 4PM Monroe Hall, Room 116 Sponsored by PSIA, Pi Sigma Alpha, and The Center for Leadership and Media Studies For more information contact Professor Lester: elester@umw.edu … [Read more...]

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Follow the link below for application details! Coastal Planner October 2019 … [Read more...]