Register for Exploring Environmental Careers Workshop

​Register now for:

Environmental Studies Career Skills Workshop
Exploring Environmental Careers

Tuesday, November 18
5:30 -7:00 PM
Program on the Environment Commons, Wallace Hall
Food provided by Pagliacci
Free; Registration required; Open to all UW undergrads: [registration link]

* What kind of jobs can I get with an Environmental Studies major?

* How can I start making career connections?

* What classes/experiences will best prepare me for an environmental career?

Explore different career pathways in Environmental Studies through this one-hour workshop co-facilitated by Joe Kobayashi (Program on the Environment) and Kimberly Petersen (UW Career Center). Learn strategies to explore environmental career pathways (What are they? How much do jobs in this field pay? Who can I ask questions to?). Hear from environmental professionals on a panel of alumni applying their skills in a variety of fields. The workshop will be followed by a chance to informally network with the panel members and other students over pizza.

Alumni Panel

Kathryn Davis (2011) Stewardship Coordinator, Puget Soundkeeper Alliance
Cory Arce Gessert (2007) Project Manager, Senior Consultant, DNV GL
Megan Parker (2010) Associate, Ross Strategic
Alison Sienkiewicz (2014) Staff Scientist, SoundEarth Strategies, Inc.
Shane Sobotka (2011) Manager, Project Development, OneEnergy Renewables, Inc.
Jamie Stroble (2010) WILD (Wilderness Inner-City leadership Development) Program Manager, InterIm Community Development Association

Questions? E-mail Joe Kobayashi at: jkob@uw.edu

The Law School Fair- November 13th, 10-2pm, HUB South Ballroom!

Happy November! Is going to Law School part of your plan? Don’t miss the annual Law School Fair, sponsored by The Career Center and the Pre-Law Society (PLS). Representatives of more than 70 law schools from across the country will be on the UW campus looking for potential new students-like you! At the Law School Fair, you can interact and talk to admissions staff, pick up brochures and applications, ask questions and learn more about the schools which interest you. You may make a lasting impression on a representative from the school of your dreams or discover that the perfect school for you is one that you hadn’t considered.

2014 UW LAW SCHOOL FAIR

When: Thursday, November 13^th, 2014, 10-2pm

Where: HUB (South Ballroom)

Who: All are welcome!

For a complete list of attending law schools, please visit: http://careers.uw.edu/Students/Law-Fair

Questions? Please email careerevents@uw.edu or call 206-543-0535

We hope to see you at the Law School Fair on November 13^th!

ENGL 206: EVERYDAY RHETORIC (Everyday Scientific Rhetoric) (VLPA, W-Writing)

Campbell  
MW 2:30-4:20
SLN 13921

We don’t usually think of “Rhetoric” and “Science” as two words that belong in the same sentence. “Rhetoric” is often used to describe language practices that are showy but intentionally deceptive (as in “empty rhetoric”). Meanwhile, scientific argument is all about the transparent communication of facts. So, there’s no rhetoric in science… right? Right? This course will introduce you to a scholarly field that believes otherwise: the “Rhetoric of Science.” We will learn some basics about rhetoric, which we will define as any strategic use of language and symbols to get things done in the world. Then each week, we will use a different rhetorical strategy to look at a contemporary scientific issue, including topics such as genetics and global warming.

Class projects will require students to identify, explore, and respond to the rhetorical aspects of a scientific topic of their choosing. We will consider both the consequences of scientific rhetoric, as well as how rhetoric might be deployed as a tool for social action and intervention. This course meets the University’s W-credit requirement and will include an in-class presentation, a 7-10 page final paper, and informal weekly writing.

No background in rhetoric or in science is necessary to take this course. This course will be particularly beneficial to individuals interested in professions in the sciences as well as law, education, business, public relations, and journalism.

ENVIR Courses - Winter 2015

ENVIR 239 - Sustainability:  Personal Choices, Broad Impacts

Instructor:  Megan Horst, Program on the Environment

                        Kristi Straus, Program on the Environment

Days and Time:  MWF, 1:30-2:20pm

Credits:  3 (SLN 14185) or 5 (SLN 14186, requires additional 50 hours of service learning)

Answer questions such as:

·  What does sustainability mean?

·  How do you make sustainability choices in your everyday life?

ENVIR 439 - Attaining a Sustainable Society

Instructor: Elizabeth Wheat, Program on the Environment

Time and Days: 3:30-4:50pm MWF 

Credits:  3 - SLN 14208

Main Topics:

·  Identify major impediments to achieving a sustainable society

·  Choose from among one of four hopeful movements and explore how that movement is helping our society move toward a more sustainable future:  Food, Energy, Economics or Governance.

​ENVIR 485 - Environmental Planning Permitting in Practice

Instructor: Todd Wildermuth, School of Law

Time and Days​: 10:30am-12:20pm, T, Th

Credits: 5 - SLN 14212

Main Topics:

·  Advanced survey of applied environmental regulation for project managers or students from any major with an interest in environmental law, policy and planning. 

ENVIR 495 E - Grant Proposal Practicum

Instructor:  Frederica Helmiere, Program on the Environment

Time and Days: 2:30-5:20, W

Credits:  3 - SLN 14218

Main Topics:

·  Develop skills in grant-writing, project development and project management for projects targeting sustainability goals. 

ENVIR 495 F - Environmental Communication, Messaging and Outreach

Instructor: P. Sean McDonald, Program on the Environment

Time and Days:  3:30-4:20pm

Credits - 2 - SLN: 21099

Main Topics: 

·  This course will explore the variety of media and methods for conveying environmental information in the digital age. 

Visit this link for more information about the above mentioned courses.

On campus service-learning opportunity for Juniors & Seniors

Attention Juniors & Seniors!

Gain Experience and Make a Difference

Be A Tutor-Mentor: EDUC 401 F & G

UW's Academic Support Program is offering a service-learning seminar titled “EDUC 401: Tutoring and Mentorship in Higher Education” in Winter Quarter 2015. This weekly seminar introduces juniors and seniors to tutoring, mentoring, and teaching methodologies. Students apply what they learn in class through tutoring and mentoring new transfer, freshman, and sophomore students who are transitioning socially, culturally, and academically to the UW. This is a great opportunity for seasoned students to give back to UW by sharing their knowledge and experience.

·         Seminar begins the 1^st  week of Winter Quarter,  January 5^th, 2015

·         Seminar meets on Mondays from 3:30-4:50 PM or from 6:00-7:20 PM

·         Tutoring takes place on campus

·         Receive 2 credits for working with one student, or receive 3 credits for working with two students

·         A letter of recommendation will be available upon request after completion of the seminar

For more information, visit our website at:

http://depts.washington.edu/aspuw/tutor-mentor/

For registration information, please contact Leslie Ikeda at:

ikedal@uw.edu

Winter 2015: Career Center Class Offerings

Beginning Winter 2015, the Career Center is excited to offer two classes (General Studies 297H & 391G) each winter and spring, designed to meet the needs of undergraduate students seeking information and inspiration about career options and strategy.  We encourage you to review these class overviews, quotes from students who have taken our classes in previous quarters, and most importantly (if you are a student), consider taking one of our classes during your time at UW. 

 

General Studies 297H

·         Title: Career Planning

·         Winter 2015 SLN: 14706

·         Mondays/Wednesdays, 2:30-3:20, MGH 241

·         Instructor: Tina Wang (Career Counselor, Lead)

·         Credits: 2

·         Size of class: up to 50 students

This course assists freshmen and sophomore students (first and second year students) with self-exploration and exploration of career and academic options. General Studies 297H (“Career Planning”), is a 2-credit course (CR/NC) where students attend two 50-minute classes each week. This course is designed for first and second-year students who have earned roughly 0-89 credits. No pre-requisites are required.

Learning objectives:

1.      Build self-awareness and appreciation for your strengths, skills, values, and interests and learn how to use this self-knowledge to make decisions when exploring and pursuing academic and career options.

2.      Develop and apply learned skills to effectively research career options and learn how to be successful in the job market and hone your professional networking skills (including online, social media, and traditional networking).

3.      Learn how to create effective resumes, cover letters and build interviewing skills and confidence.

For additional details please contact Patrick Chidsey in the Career Center with questions or request for an add code ( chidsey@uw.edu ; 206.616.5803 )

General Studies 391G

·         Title: Career Strategy and Job Search   

·         Winter 2015 SLN: 14728

·         Tuesday/Thursday, 2:30-3:20, LOW 105

·         Instructor: Patrick Chidsey (Career Counselor, Lead)

·         Credits: 2

·         Size of class: up to 50 students

This course assists juniors/transfer students/seniors (3^rd & 4^th year students) with self-exploration, investigation of career options and development of career and job search strategy.  General Studies 391G (“Career Strategy and Job Search”), is a graded, 2-credit course where students attend two 50-minute classes each week. This course is designed for juniors, transfer students and seniors (3^rd & 4^th year students) who have earned roughly 90 credits or more. No pre-requisites are required.

Learning objectives:

1.      Grow self-awareness and appreciation for your strengths, skills, values, and interests and learn how to use this important self-knowledge when taking action in job searching and building a career strategy.

2.      Build ability to effectively research career options and learn how to be successful in the competitive job market.

3.      Learn how to create effective resumes, cover letters, strong LinkedIn profiles (and online and in-person networking skills), grow interviewing skills and confidence.

For additional details please contact Patrick Chidsey in the Career Center with questions or request for an add code ( chidsey@uw.edu ; 206.616.5803 )

WiSE Mentor Night for the woman engineering & science scholar

Expand your network
Meet professional women engineers & scientists
Get career and academic advice

Sponsored by Women in Science & Engineering (WiSE) and The Society of Women Engineers (SWE)

Thursday, November 13, 2014
5:30 - 8:30 PM
Husky Union Building
The Lyceum, HUB 160
Refreshments will be available
Space is limited - Sign up today!
http://bit.ly/GZXFPO