Monday, December 2, 2019

Poinsettias & Citrus - Great gift ideas!

Poinsettia Sale by the Environmental Horticulture Club
Dec. 6-7 | 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. | Fifield Hall Horticulture Greenhouse

Whether for home or office, decorating or gifting, pick up your poinsettias at the largest student-run plant sale in the country. Proceeds fund the ENH Club's international agricultural trips.

Gator Citrus Club Annual Citrus Sale
The Holiday Citrus Sale is a longstanding tradition of the Gator Citrus Club. Preorders received by Dec. 1 receive a 10% discount. Place your order at this link. Email and phone orders can be made at citrusclub@ifas.ufl.edu and 352-448-1195. To pay or donate, use PayPal. Learn more at the Gator Citrus Club Facebook account.

Fall Collection Day is Thursday, Dec. 5th - Donate unwanted items!

7:30am - 1:00pm @ the NW Corner of O'Connell Center Parking Lot*

*Parking Lifted for Reading Days Collection Day is your one stop drop-off event! Students, faculty and staff are invited to drop off any unwanted household items, clothing, hazardous waste, old electronics, furniture, appliances, and non-perishable food items.

See full list of items you can bring to Collection Day Here

Friday, November 22, 2019

UF Elegance of Science art competition

The Elegance of Science art competition is now accepting entries and is open to University of Florida students, faculty and staff. Submit your two-dimensional research images or photos that incorporate scientific tools or concepts for an opportunity to win cash prizes.

The contest is organized by the Florida Museum of Natural History and the UF Marston Science Library. Submissions are due Jan. 12, 2020. For contest rules or to view past winners, visit www.floridamuseum.ufl.edu/eos

SWS 6209 Urban Soil and Water Systems 3 Credits

SWS 6209 Urban Soil and Water Systems 3 Credits Course Info: https://soils.ifas.ufl.edu/sws-online/all-distance-education-courses/sws6209-smidt/

Grading Scheme: Letter Grade

Issues and opportunities related to soil and water quality in urban systems. Students will learn and discuss consequences of human population growth on soil and water systems in urban areas.

Prerequisite: SWS 5050 – Soils for Env Professionals or Permission of Course Instructor



Tuesday, November 19, 2019

I/ITSEC Career Fair-Orlando-12/4/19

The simulation & training industry is growing very fast not only in the military but in nearly every other industry sector. Many of the companies that are engaged in MS&T in defense are also working in those other industries. The demand for talent is growing as well.

Workshop-Resumes for Grad Students-Wednesday 11/20

You may already have a CV as a graduate student, but do you also have a resume? This workshop is designed to help graduate students create a professional resume by highlighting their key skills, experience, and strengths that could be translated to the workforce. Learn how to create a strong resume on Wednesday, Nov. 20 at the C3. Visit career.ufl.edu/events to see a full list of events.

Friday, November 15, 2019

Interested in a career in industry? A2i Early Registration ends 11/22

EARLY REGISTRATION ENDS NEXT FRIDAY (11/22)…APPLY NOW BEFORE THE RUSH OF SPRING APPLICANTS!
UF-A2i (Accelerate to Industry) will be back from March 2-6,, 2020 in Career Connections Center (Reitz Union)!

Industry representatives from Syngenta, Mars, Florida Crystals, LA Urban Farms, and The Nature Conservancy will all be in attendance!

Due to interest in the program, we will be offering an early application period from Monday November 4 through Friday November 22.

Acceptance is competitive and will be determined on a rolling basis during this period. Only 50 slots are available, so apply early!

You can apply for A2i on the CSRA website (https://csra.ifas.ufl.edu/) beginning on Monday 11/4 at 8am.

Applicants are required to submit an updated CV and 1-page cover letter explaining why they want to attend A2i and how the program will benefit their career goals.

All UF graduate students and post-docs are welcome to apply

Contact James Estrada (estradaj@ufl.edu) if you have questions.