Graduate Student Travel Stipend Opportunity

The Ford Foundation has generously offered to sponsor 10 travel stipends, of $2,000 each, to support graduate student participation in the 2019 Modeling the World’s Systems conference.

Interested graduate students should submit a one-page summary discussing:

• Why they are interested in attending the 2019 Modeling the World’s Systems conference.
• How attending the conference will contribute to their academic/professional development (e.g., what are you working on in your research?).
• Why it is important to model the world’s systems.

Interested graduate students should submit their summary to jrlawson@pitt.edu. The submission deadline is March 1, 2019. Students whose summaries are accepted will be notified of the award by March 15, 2019.

IF-A2i Applications Open

March 4-7, 2019 | Reitz Union

The Accelerate to Industry (A2i) program represents a bold, new approach to enhance graduate student and postdoctoral workforce readiness. This innovative symposium features workshops, panel discussions, presentations, and networking events - all focused on preparing you for a career in industry! Industry sponsors include Florida Crystals, LA Urban Farms, and Syngenta.

Applications are accepted beginning January 4, 2019. Visit www.csra.ifas.ufl.edu to apply. Contact James Estrada at estradaj@ufl.edu for more information.

Spots are filling up quickly (only 40 will be accepted), so apply today!

 

Ruins for the Future: Materializing Memories of the 1896 Hurricane at Atsena Otie, Florida

On January 28th, the Mellon Intersections Group on Imagineering and the Technosphere is presenting a workshop by Professor Ken Sassaman (UF Anthropology) discussing the use of virtual reality to mobilize historical knowledge related to mitigating the effects of climate change.

Ruins for the Future: Materializing Memories of the 1896 Hurricane at Atsena Otie, Florida Workshop with Kenneth E. Sassaman (Dept. of Anthropology)
12:00 pm Monday, January 28th, 2019 in Walker Hall 200 (Humanities Center)

How can virtual reality and other digital technologies be used to mobilize historical knowledge that we may find useful in mitigating the negative consequences of imagined futures? The 1896 hurricane that destroyed the Gulf coastal community of Atsena Otie and the cedar mill industry on which it depended is but a faint memory of those who dwell today in the shadow of the disaster.

This workshop is the first opportunity to introduce for discussion the plan for constructing a virtual reality of Atsena Otie, the 1896 event that “ruined” it, as well as the preconditions and consequences of its vulnerability to disaster. In keeping with the grand-challenge question of the Mellon Intersections Group on Imagineering and the Technosphere, discussion should focus on the question: How have technologies shaped our lives, and how can we draw on them to meet 21st century challenges on a planetary scale? In the case of Atsena Otie, we will consider how the cedar mill industry predisposed the area to disaster and how modern, digital technology can be used to mobilize historical knowledge about this disaster for reducing the risks of future hurricanes.

This event is free and open to the public. For more information please visit: https://intersections.humanities.ufl.edu/upcoming_events/ruins-for-the-future-materializing-memories-of-the-1896-hurricane-at-atsena-otie-florida-with-kenneth-e-sassaman/

Graduate Students Summer Course at Tel Aviv University!

One of the Center for Stress Resilient Agriculture (CSRA https://csra.ifas.ufl.edu/) international partners is offering a summer institute for graduate students this coming summer.

Students, dorm rooms are available, but make sure to contact Maya Oren (contact info below) ASAP if you are interested to ensure you have a room!

Agroecology Program Coordinator Romain Gloaguen has personally visited Tel Aviv University and is available to answer questions about location, travel… if you do have some before you apply. romain.gloaguen@ufl.edu

You can register for ALS 5905 International Research Immersion and obtain UF credits for completing this summer school. And, it can count towards the Global Agroecology Grad. Certificate (https://agroecology.ifas.ufl.edu/global-agroecology-certificate/) if you wish to obtain an extra credential in Agroecology on top of your degree.

The Food Safety and Security Summer Institute is open to graduate students from any institution of higher learning worldwide. All courses are taught in English and will take place June 30- July 26 2019. Lecturers will include faculty from Tel Aviv University and leading experts from Israeli and international institutions.

We offer 2 tracks, allowing students to delve deeper into the following topics: Agriculture or Policy & Nutrition, based on the relevance of previous knowledge.

To find out more about the Summer Institute, visit our website. To apply, please create a profile on the student portal and upload the following documents in order that we can process your application:

· CV
· University transcripts
· University diploma
· Personal statement
· English proficiency (TOEFL/IELTS/CET)
· Passport photograph
· Passport scan
· Academic letter of recommendation

Maya Oren | Program Director
Manna Center Program for Food Safety and Security
Email: mayaoren@tauex.tau.ac.il
Visit our website: http://foodsecurity.tau.ac.il/

Project Engineer position

Job Description
Sumner Engineering & Consulting, Inc., an Okeechobee-based firm, is seeking a qualified candidate to fill the role of Project Engineer. The Project Engineer is responsible for preparing calculations, designs and construction documents to support water resource and land development projects for public- and private-sector clients. Typical projects may include a surface water management system, paving/grading, wastewater collection and transmission, and potable water distribution. Projects may also include permitting support, and engineering activities during project construction.

Minimum Requirements
• Bachelor of Science in Civil, Agricultural or Environmental Engineering
• 2 - 4 years design/engineering experience
• Familiarity with Florida Water Management District regulations
• Proficient in surface water modeling, including AdICPR
• Proficient in AutoCAD (Land Development Desktop and/or Civil3D)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, etc.)
• PE not required, but should have the ability to take the PE exam within 2 years

Compensation is negotiable based on experience and qualifications. Interested persons should send inquiries, including a cover letter and resume to Jeff Sumner via email jeff@sumnerengineering.com, or call 863.763.9474 for more details.

Attire for Hire Expo

January 24th & 25th from 11:00 am to 1:00
Career Connections Center

Learn about appropriate professional/business attire and how to best present yourself during an interview or when talking to recruiters at Career Showcase. Discover your options from the Molm Family Gator Career Closet during the fashion show on day 2. Rumor has it that free clothes may be up for grabs while supplies last.

Engineering Mock Interviews

Since mock technical interviews are in hot demand, the CCC is working with Google and others to keep them coming. Join the CCC Facebook Page to get up to date information on when employers will be on campus.

Send them to https://facebook.com/gatorengineercareers