The UF-Chapter of the American Water Resources
Association in partnership with the Water Institute is organizing the Let’s
Talk About Water event, to promote a campus-wise discussion around water.
Wednesday, January 27, 2016
Tuesday, January 26, 2016
Imagining Climate Change: Science & Fiction in Dialogue" Spring Colloquium February 17-18, 2016
As we move into an era of increased climate instability, scientific analysis of climate change is central to our understanding of physical systems of our planet and the impact of these systems on human life. Science fiction (sf), the distinctive literary form of our time, bridges elite and popular cultures and broadly engages enthusiasts and scholars alike in the work of imagining our possible futures. These areas of scientific, intellectual, and artistic inquiry – climate studies and sf – converge in the new field of “climate fiction”: print and graphic fiction and film grounded in scientific realities of environmental change, and projecting the resulting transformations of our societies, politics, and cultures.
“Imagining Climate Change” will engage authors, scholars, scientists, and the general public in the vital work of imagining our collective climate futures. The Spring 2016 colloquium will bring award-winning and influential French and American sf authors and climate scientists to the UF campus to dialogue with UF faculty and researchers in the humanities, climate studies, and water management, and to explore new ways of representing and responding to environmental change. Our conversations will aim at a better understanding of potential collaborations between science, fiction, and art on one of the most pressing global crises of our time.
The Spring 2016 colloquium begins on Wednesday, February 17, with a plenary roundtable co-hosted by the UF Water Institute as part of the Institute’s 5th Biennial Symposium. Introduced by UF President W. Kent Fuchs and Cynthia Barnett of UF’s College of Journalism and Communications, the roundtable will feature Tobias Buckell, Jay Famiglietti, Jay Famiglietti, Yann Quero, and Jeff VanderMeer.
The colloquium concludes on Thursday, February 18 with individual talks by Tobias Buckell, Christian Chelebourg, Jay Famiglietti, Yann Quero, and Jeff VanderMeer, and responses by UF faculty from the Departments of English, Geological Sciences, and Spanish and Portuguese Studies.
All events are presented in English or simultaneous English translation and are free and open to the public. Admission to the ICC opening plenary does not require registration for the UF Water Institute’s Biennial Symposium. See http://imagining-climate.clas.ufl.edu for a schedule of event locations and times. For additional information, contact Terry Harpold <tharpold@ufl.edu> or Alioune Sow <sow@ufl.edu>.
“Imagining Climate Change” will engage authors, scholars, scientists, and the general public in the vital work of imagining our collective climate futures. The Spring 2016 colloquium will bring award-winning and influential French and American sf authors and climate scientists to the UF campus to dialogue with UF faculty and researchers in the humanities, climate studies, and water management, and to explore new ways of representing and responding to environmental change. Our conversations will aim at a better understanding of potential collaborations between science, fiction, and art on one of the most pressing global crises of our time.
The Spring 2016 colloquium begins on Wednesday, February 17, with a plenary roundtable co-hosted by the UF Water Institute as part of the Institute’s 5th Biennial Symposium. Introduced by UF President W. Kent Fuchs and Cynthia Barnett of UF’s College of Journalism and Communications, the roundtable will feature Tobias Buckell, Jay Famiglietti, Jay Famiglietti, Yann Quero, and Jeff VanderMeer.
The colloquium concludes on Thursday, February 18 with individual talks by Tobias Buckell, Christian Chelebourg, Jay Famiglietti, Yann Quero, and Jeff VanderMeer, and responses by UF faculty from the Departments of English, Geological Sciences, and Spanish and Portuguese Studies.
All events are presented in English or simultaneous English translation and are free and open to the public. Admission to the ICC opening plenary does not require registration for the UF Water Institute’s Biennial Symposium. See http://imagining-climate.clas.ufl.edu for a schedule of event locations and times. For additional information, contact Terry Harpold <tharpold@ufl.edu> or Alioune Sow <sow@ufl.edu>.
Monday, January 25, 2016
Alpha Zeta Valentine’s Day Rose Sale
Alpha Zeta, the honors fraternity of the College of Agricultural and Life Sciences, is once again holding its annual Valentine's Day Rose Sale fundraiser. This year, the money that we earn will aid the chapter in hosting the National Agricultural Leadership Conference at the University of Florida.
Roses will cost $3 per stem or $30 per dozen. Colors are red, pink, and/or white. We are also selling hand-made tags this year, to be put on the bouquets with your own personalized message! These can be purchased for $3 extra. Deliveries will be made on Friday, Feb. 12.
Order roses by Wednesday, Feb. 10 at 6 pm at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1dQ5Mc2RJJ9N49zXYA1KinBh41G5nIUeNSyE3jj6VjFE/viewform. Questions? Email fl.az.officers@gmail.com.
Roses will cost $3 per stem or $30 per dozen. Colors are red, pink, and/or white. We are also selling hand-made tags this year, to be put on the bouquets with your own personalized message! These can be purchased for $3 extra. Deliveries will be made on Friday, Feb. 12.
Order roses by Wednesday, Feb. 10 at 6 pm at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1dQ5Mc2RJJ9N49zXYA1KinBh41G5nIUeNSyE3jj6VjFE/viewform. Questions? Email fl.az.officers@gmail.com.
Friday, January 22, 2016
Spring 2016 Professional Development Workshop Series
The UF Graduate School’s Office of Professional Development invites all graduate students to attend the Spring 2016 Professional Development workshop series.
Come make sure you’ve got everything in order before the final submission deadline and get some presentation pointers before the Three Minute Thesis (3MT) competition.
The Spring 2016 workshop sessions will be held on the following dates and times at the McKnight Brain Institute, LG101-A:
- Tuesday, February 2nd, 4pm-5pm – Thesis and Dissertation Submission, Stacy Wallace and Ken Booth
- Tuesday, February 9th, 4pm-5pm – Oral Presentations, Diana Karol Nagy, PhD
- Tuesday, February 16th, 4pm-5pm – Financial Management, Taylor Spangler
To register, log into GIMS and follow the steps below. Register early to guarantee yourself a spot!
Registration Instructions
Login to GIMS using your GatorLink ID and Password: http://gradschool.ufl.edu/gimsportal/gatorlink/portal.asp
Once you login, on the top of the page click on the “Workshops” tab
Under “Register” click the box and then “Submit”
After you complete this process, you will receive an email confirmation.
If your schedule changes and you are unable to attend the event, repeat the steps above to remove yourself from the list of workshop attendees.
Should you have any questions concerning the contents of this email, please email us at bradjo88@ufl.edu
E-Week 2016 information
E-Week began in 1945 with just the Engineering and Science fair, but, has now grown to a two week event, hosted by the Benton Engineering Council through UF’s College of Engineering. E-Week aims to recognize engineers’ contribution to modern social development through a series of fun, interactive, and informative events. While Engineers’ Week aims to celebrate engineers, the events also underscore the relationship between engineering and all other fields of study, from fine arts and journalism to liberal arts and social sciences.
This year, E-Week kicks off on Monday, February 15 with our E-Talk, where guest speakers in the STEM fields come out to talk about the importance of engineering in our world. The next two weeks are filled with the engineering and science fair, leadership forum, service learning, and a festival. E-Week ends on Thursday, February 25 with the closing ceremony.
Official Website: http://ufbec.org/eweek2016
Twitter: @EweekUF
Facebook: UFEweek and/or UF Engineer’s Week
Instagram: @eweek2016
This year, E-Week kicks off on Monday, February 15 with our E-Talk, where guest speakers in the STEM fields come out to talk about the importance of engineering in our world. The next two weeks are filled with the engineering and science fair, leadership forum, service learning, and a festival. E-Week ends on Thursday, February 25 with the closing ceremony.
Official Website: http://ufbec.org/eweek2016
Twitter: @EweekUF
Facebook: UFEweek and/or UF Engineer’s Week
Instagram: @eweek2016
Thursday, January 21, 2016
First AWRA Meeting 1/26 @ 6pm in Rogers Hall
AWRA Club Meeting Next Tuesday (1/26) at 6PM in Rogers Hall Room 110
Thisis a ROOM CHANGE. Our normal room will be occupied at that time, but not by us. Feel free to scout out their food situation and report back to us though.
Our speaker will be Jim Jawitz, a professor in SWS. If you've never met him or heard him give a talk, he is a very cool guy and I'm sure his presentation will be entertaining as well as informative. The title of his presentation is "Leonardo da Vinci - Maestro d'acqua [hydraulic engineer]". Please join us to learn more about one of history's most famous scientists and respect his Italian heritage by eating FREE PIZZA. See the attached flyer for details.
Let's Talk About Water
Also remember the LTAW events that we are planning to coincide with the Water Institute Symposium coming up in February. We will have a documentary screening, panel discussion, and an art show. There will be tons more information about these and other events (and how you can help!) at our meeting and in future emails, but I just wanted to put it in your mind for now.
Thisis a ROOM CHANGE. Our normal room will be occupied at that time, but not by us. Feel free to scout out their food situation and report back to us though.
Our speaker will be Jim Jawitz, a professor in SWS. If you've never met him or heard him give a talk, he is a very cool guy and I'm sure his presentation will be entertaining as well as informative. The title of his presentation is "Leonardo da Vinci - Maestro d'acqua [hydraulic engineer]". Please join us to learn more about one of history's most famous scientists and respect his Italian heritage by eating FREE PIZZA. See the attached flyer for details.
Let's Talk About Water
Also remember the LTAW events that we are planning to coincide with the Water Institute Symposium coming up in February. We will have a documentary screening, panel discussion, and an art show. There will be tons more information about these and other events (and how you can help!) at our meeting and in future emails, but I just wanted to put it in your mind for now.
UF Career Showcase January 27-28
Join us for the largest campus career fair in the Southeast! Dates are set for Tuesday, January 26 (non-technical day) and Wednesday, January 27 (technical day) in Gainesville. Last spring, Career Showcase connected 278 companies with over 5,700 students and alumni.
Career Showcase is a two-day event featuring employers hiring for full-time job and internships. This event offers you a great opportunity to network with employers and explore a position or organization that you had not previously considered. These employers travel to the University of Florida just to see you. It doesn't get much better than that! Take advantage of this opportunity to make a BIG impact on your career.
Look out for opportunities to network with employers in information sessions before and after Career Showcase. Log in to Gator CareerLink, click "Events" and select "Information Sessions" for more information.
Career Showcase is a two-day event featuring employers hiring for full-time job and internships. This event offers you a great opportunity to network with employers and explore a position or organization that you had not previously considered. These employers travel to the University of Florida just to see you. It doesn't get much better than that! Take advantage of this opportunity to make a BIG impact on your career.
Look out for opportunities to network with employers in information sessions before and after Career Showcase. Log in to Gator CareerLink, click "Events" and select "Information Sessions" for more information.
Attend one of the CRC’s newest events, Industry Connections for
STEM PhD Graduate Students, which will be taking place on February 2 from 5:00 p.m.
- 6:30 p.m. in the Career Resource Center Library.
This collaborative event with Graduate Student Advisory Council
(GSAC) will be meet-and-greet style, with opportunities to interact with
PhD graduate students in STEM who have a skills set that could match
employment needs.
Tuesday, January 19, 2016
Solutions Seminar: Maximizing Your Professional Potential-1/28
Jan. 28, 5:30 pm, Straughn Center
RSVP at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/solutions-seminar-maximizing-your-professional-potential-registration-20696146732
Now, more than ever is the time to start preparing yourself for the working world. Every year companies are looking for young women and men who are polished, determined, hardworking, and forward-thinking. CALS want to help you in your preparation for those positions.
Join us for a seminar focused on maximizing your professional potential. Michael Rolgalsky with Florida Farm Bureau Federation will cover business etiquette including first impressions (as they relate to a career fair) as well as the do's and don'ts when interviewing. Dr. Sabine Grunwald will take the conversation further and introduce us to mindfulness and the new initiative campus wide.
In addition, we are offering the opportunity to have your résumés reviewed. Your resume will be returned to you the night of Solutions Seminar with feedback ready to be implemented prior to the CALS Career Expo on Feb. 4, 2016. If you wish to send your résumé in for review email it Charlotte Emerson (cemer@ufl.edu) and/or Cathy Carr (chcarr@ufl.edu) as an attachment with the following subject line: Solutions Seminar Résumé. Due by January 22, 2016
Registration, refreshments and the opportunity to have a professional head shot taken will begin at 5:30 p.m. and the program will begin at 6:00 p.m.; please dress professionally for your photo. This seminar is brought to you in partnership with by the Florida Farm Bureau Federation.
RSVP at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/solutions-seminar-maximizing-your-professional-potential-registration-20696146732
Now, more than ever is the time to start preparing yourself for the working world. Every year companies are looking for young women and men who are polished, determined, hardworking, and forward-thinking. CALS want to help you in your preparation for those positions.
Join us for a seminar focused on maximizing your professional potential. Michael Rolgalsky with Florida Farm Bureau Federation will cover business etiquette including first impressions (as they relate to a career fair) as well as the do's and don'ts when interviewing. Dr. Sabine Grunwald will take the conversation further and introduce us to mindfulness and the new initiative campus wide.
In addition, we are offering the opportunity to have your résumés reviewed. Your resume will be returned to you the night of Solutions Seminar with feedback ready to be implemented prior to the CALS Career Expo on Feb. 4, 2016. If you wish to send your résumé in for review email it Charlotte Emerson (cemer@ufl.edu) and/or Cathy Carr (chcarr@ufl.edu) as an attachment with the following subject line: Solutions Seminar Résumé. Due by January 22, 2016
Registration, refreshments and the opportunity to have a professional head shot taken will begin at 5:30 p.m. and the program will begin at 6:00 p.m.; please dress professionally for your photo. This seminar is brought to you in partnership with by the Florida Farm Bureau Federation.
Film Screening "The Forgotten Coast" - 2/10 - 7pm
The Wedgworth Leadership Institute for Agriculture and Natural Resources and the Alumni Association of the WLI are pleased to be presenting a screening of “The Forgotten Coast” at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, February 10, 2016 at the Straughn Professional Development Center here at UF. The film is free and open to the public!
This film follows the Florida Wildlife Corridor expedition team (which includes two WLIANR alumni—Mallory Dimmitt and Carlton Ward) on their second wildlife corridor trek from the Glades to the Gulf. For more information on the Expedition and the Florida Wildlife Corridor, please go to: http://floridawildlifecorridor.org.
This film follows the Florida Wildlife Corridor expedition team (which includes two WLIANR alumni—Mallory Dimmitt and Carlton Ward) on their second wildlife corridor trek from the Glades to the Gulf. For more information on the Expedition and the Florida Wildlife Corridor, please go to: http://floridawildlifecorridor.org.
Friday, January 15, 2016
Ag Engineer Position - South Carolina
We have an opening for an Agricultural Engineer to provide support for field research operations in irrigation, water management, and water quality research at the Center. The position will involve coordinating work to support research projects of scientist working at or collaborating with the Center. Emphasis is placed on the management of crop and soil water status, as well as measurement of meteorological conditions in both irrigated and non-irrigated crop production. In addition, much emphasis is on using crop modeling for research on alternative cultural practices and interactions between these practices and various water and soil management practices such as irrigation, drainage, and tillage.
Location: Florence, SC
Job Title: Agricultural Engineer
Department: Department Of Agriculture - Agricultural Research Service
Job Announcement Number: ARS-S16E-0097
https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/424792800
This position is located in the Agricultural Research Service, Coastal Plains Soil, Water, and Plant Research Unit, located in Florence, South Carolina.
Location: Florence, SC
Job Title: Agricultural Engineer
Department: Department Of Agriculture - Agricultural Research Service
Job Announcement Number: ARS-S16E-0097
https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/424792800
This position is located in the Agricultural Research Service, Coastal Plains Soil, Water, and Plant Research Unit, located in Florence, South Carolina.
2016 UF Three Minute Thesis (3MT) Competition!
Doctoral Students: Hone your communication skills, get feedback on your presentation style from an interdisciplinary panel, and win cash prizes!
The University of Florida Graduate School is hosting its third annual Three Minute Thesis (3MT) competition on March 29th.
3MT brings graduate students from programs across campus together for an afternoon of rapid-fire presentations on their dissertation research. Pioneered by the University of Queensland in 2008, this competition challenges students to explain their research to non-specialist audiences in the space of just three minutes. Communicating clearly and engaging the audience are crucial.
In addition to the chance to win cash prizes awarded by the judges ($500 for the winner and $350 for the runner-up), participants will also compete for a People's Choice award ($250 - bring your whole department, family and friends!). All finalists will also receive a link to a permanent URL that can be included in their CVs or embedded in electronic portfolios or personal websites.
To learn more, please visit
http://graduateschool.ufl.edu/about-us/events/3mt/
Three Minute Thesis (3MT) is a research communication competition developed by The University of Queensland.
The University of Florida Graduate School is hosting its third annual Three Minute Thesis (3MT) competition on March 29th.
3MT brings graduate students from programs across campus together for an afternoon of rapid-fire presentations on their dissertation research. Pioneered by the University of Queensland in 2008, this competition challenges students to explain their research to non-specialist audiences in the space of just three minutes. Communicating clearly and engaging the audience are crucial.
In addition to the chance to win cash prizes awarded by the judges ($500 for the winner and $350 for the runner-up), participants will also compete for a People's Choice award ($250 - bring your whole department, family and friends!). All finalists will also receive a link to a permanent URL that can be included in their CVs or embedded in electronic portfolios or personal websites.
To learn more, please visit
http://graduateschool.ufl.edu/about-us/events/3mt/
Three Minute Thesis (3MT) is a research communication competition developed by The University of Queensland.
CALS Graduate Award Applications Now Being Accepted!
Applications are now being accepted for the CALS Graduate Awards:
Jimmy G. Cheek Graduate Student Medal of Excellence (graduate)
Jack L. Fry Award of Excellence in Teaching (graduate)
Information about each award and the application packet is available at: http://cals.ufl.edu/students/scholarships-awards.php and as an attachment to this email. Applications are due by 4:00 p.m. on February 18, 2016.
Finalists and winners (in the case of graduate awards), will be selected for each award and invited to the CALS Scholarship and Leadership Banquet, to be held April 14, 2016 at 6 p.m., Paramount Plaza Hotel and Suites.
Questions? Contact Charlotte Emerson, cemer@ufl.edu or 392-1963.
Jimmy G. Cheek Graduate Student Medal of Excellence (graduate)
Jack L. Fry Award of Excellence in Teaching (graduate)
Information about each award and the application packet is available at: http://cals.ufl.edu/students/scholarships-awards.php and as an attachment to this email. Applications are due by 4:00 p.m. on February 18, 2016.
Finalists and winners (in the case of graduate awards), will be selected for each award and invited to the CALS Scholarship and Leadership Banquet, to be held April 14, 2016 at 6 p.m., Paramount Plaza Hotel and Suites.
Questions? Contact Charlotte Emerson, cemer@ufl.edu or 392-1963.
Wednesday, January 6, 2016
Seminar-Dr. Michael Dukes - UF Water Institute Distinguished Scholar Seminar
Please join us for next week’s UF Water Institute
Distinguished Scholar Seminar presented by one of our two new Faculty Fellows,
Dr. Michael Dukes.
Using Research to Inform Extension for Real World Water
Conservation
Professor, UF Department of
Agricultural and Biological Engineering
Director, UF Center for Landscape
Ecology and Conservation
Thursday,
January 14
11:00-12:00
Emerson Alumni Hall (on W.
University Avenue at Gale Lemerand Drive) – Room 209
University of Florida –
Gainesville, Florida
CALS Career Expo-Feb 4
Feb. 4, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m., J. Wayne Reitz Union, Grand Ballroom
Students can expect to find opportunities for both internships and full-time employment at the CALS Career Expo. In addition, students will find representatives from several UF professional and graduate schools. All students are encouraged to attend, from freshmen exploring career options and internships to seniors and masters’ students seeking permanent employment. Business casual or business professional dress is preferred. Visit www.cals.ufl.edu/careerexpo for preparation tips and a list of participating employers/organizations.
Resume CD -- CALS students are invited to submit their resumes for a CD that will be distributed to all registered employers. This is not a substitute for attending the CALS Career Expo, but is intended as an additional way to get your name in front of recruiters. Resumes should be no more than two pages and must be submitted by Jan. 28 in Word of PDF format at https://ufl.qualtrics.com/SE/?SID=SV_3DlzaqfwRrMWq7X. Uploading your resume for inclusion on the CD indicates permission to share it with registered employers. Students who need assistance with their resumes can visit the CRC Library (J. Wayne Reitz Union) on weekdays between 9 am and 4 pm or request a career planning appointment.
Students can expect to find opportunities for both internships and full-time employment at the CALS Career Expo. In addition, students will find representatives from several UF professional and graduate schools. All students are encouraged to attend, from freshmen exploring career options and internships to seniors and masters’ students seeking permanent employment. Business casual or business professional dress is preferred. Visit www.cals.ufl.edu/careerexpo for preparation tips and a list of participating employers/organizations.
Resume CD -- CALS students are invited to submit their resumes for a CD that will be distributed to all registered employers. This is not a substitute for attending the CALS Career Expo, but is intended as an additional way to get your name in front of recruiters. Resumes should be no more than two pages and must be submitted by Jan. 28 in Word of PDF format at https://ufl.qualtrics.com/SE/?SID=SV_3DlzaqfwRrMWq7X. Uploading your resume for inclusion on the CD indicates permission to share it with registered employers. Students who need assistance with their resumes can visit the CRC Library (J. Wayne Reitz Union) on weekdays between 9 am and 4 pm or request a career planning appointment.
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