Natural Resources & Environmental Sciences

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• Ask Us Anything: Fulbright Scholar Program 2023-24 online session November 17

  Nov 12, 2021 1:30 pm9 views

  Join an interactive session to learn more about things you can do now to prepare for a successful Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program application for 2023-2024.  Program staff will discuss award opportunities, the application & selection process, and answer your questions!

• Peace Corps Environment Programs Info Session April 22

  Apr 5, 2021 11:15 am8 views

• Writing Your Resume for Federal Jobs - virtual workshop May 8 - U.S. Office of Personnel Management

  May 2, 2023 11:45 am8 views

  This workshop will provide participants with information on how best to write a resume that highlights strengths and accomplishments. 

• Writing Your Resume for Federal Jobs - virtual workshop July 25 - U.S. Office of Personnel Management

  May 17, 2023 10:00 am8 views

  This workshop will provide participants with information on how best to write a resume that highlights strengths and accomplishments. 

• Interviewing for Federal Jobs - virtual information session May 30 - U.S. Office of Personnel Management

  May 17, 2023 9:45 am8 views

  During this information session, participants will be provided with specific information that will prepare them for Federal interviews. 

• NOAA Career Panel to discuss internships and careers January 20

  Jan 12, 2023 1:30 pm7 views

  In coordination with Southern Illinois University and Morgan State University, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Fisheries plans to host a career panel on January 20, 2023 from 11:30am to 1:00pm EST (10:30am to 12:30pm CST). The panel will include an informational session on NOAA internships and careers. Deadlines for NOAA undergrad internships will close in January and February of 2023.

• Organization of Fish and Wildlife Information Managers (OFWIM) Annual Conference and Student Research Scholarship Award

  May 6, 2024 11:30 am7 views

  OFWIM's Annual Conference will take place in early October in Arcadia, Missouri. Each year they award scholarships to two deserving local students to attend that year's and the next year's conferences and provide some research support. 

• HDR, Inc. Open House and Reverse Career Fair January 4, 2024

  Dec 19, 2023 2:45 pm7 views

  HDR Inc. in Rosemont, Illinois is in search of environmental studies and engineering students.

• National Wildlife Federation EcoCareers Conference April 7-8

  Apr 6, 2021 5:45 pm6 views

  This is a terrific, free opportunity for current students! Check out the conference program and attend as your schedule allows.

• Boater Safety Training Workshop September 12-13, 2023 (Springfield, IL; register by Sept. 1)

  Jul 31, 2023 3:45 pm6 views

  This two-day workshop is aimed at educating students and young professionals in fishery and wildlife fields on boater’s safety and boating skills. Day one of the workshop, September 12, 2023, participants will receive their Illinois boating license (a requirement for those born on or after January 1, 1998) by completing the in-class Illinois boating education course and exam. This course covers boater’s safety, equipment and requirements for boating, navigation, motorboats, registration and titling, emergencies, and Illinois boating laws. Day two, September 13th, 2023, participants will participate in five instructor-led, hands-on training modules including boat driving, boat towing, trailer knowledge, boat/trailer maintenance and repair, and rules and regulations explained by IL Conservation Police Officers. Groups of participants will rotate through these modules spending about 1.5 hours at each station with two-three instructors.

• ProteinX Series and events (including career fair)

  Aug 4, 2021 9:15 am6 views

  Focused on novel non-animal alternative proteins, ingredients and sustainable packaging

• Free Registration to the Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI) E-Conference May 12-14, 2021 (request by May 7)

  Apr 22, 2021 5:15 pm5 views

• Navigating USAJobs - online workshop June 14 - U.S. Office of Personnel Management

  May 17, 2023 9:00 am5 views

  This workshop will provide participants with information on navigating the USAJOBS website. 

• Master of Science in Law Open House - March 9 - Northwestern Pritzker School of Law

  Feb 19, 2024 2:15 pm2 views

  in-person and virtual attendance options available

• Seventh Annual BeeBlitz Saturday, June 26

  Jun 22, 2021 10:15 am2 views

  Participate at home or visit the Pollinatarium on campus.

• UCSB Global Studies MA & PhD Info Sessions November 6 & 30, 2023

  Oct 9, 2023 3:45 pm2 views

  General Program Information
  MA and PhD Funding
  Application Tips
  Q&A w/ Current Students

• Boneyard Creek Community Day April 22 at Scott Park (register online by April 17)

  Feb 6, 2023 11:30 am1 views

  Looking for a class volunteer project or a new way to bring the family together? Join us in making a difference at one of Champaign-Urbana’s natural treasures. Help restore the beauty of the Boneyard Creek in Champaign, Urbana, and Campus-town by participating in this organized clean-up.Free lunch will follow at Scott Park!  

• Purdue University Ecological Sciences and Engineering Interdisciplinary Graduate Program Fall Preview Day Sept. 28

  Aug 30, 2023 1:15 pm1 views

  The Ecological Sciences and Engineering (ESE) Interdisciplinary Graduate Program is hosting a Fall Preview Day for prospective students. Please join us to learn about the ESE program, meet current students and faculty, and have your questions answered by our staff. This is a free, in person event that requires an RSVP via the provided QR Code. If you are considering a graduate program to work toward environmental solutions we would love for you to join us!