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Scholarship Opportunities for UVM Students

The following are a few scholarship opportunities for ENVS and UVM students: 1. Gilman Scholarship– for study abroad 2. Udall Scholarship-for sophomores and juniors 3. Truman Scholarship– for juniors 1. GILMAN SCHOLARSHIP FOR STUDY ABROAD  Gilman Scholars receive up to $5,000 to apply … Continue reading

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Food Day at UVM!

All around the country on Thursday, October 24, people will be celebrating healthy, affordable, and sustainable food, as well as grassroots efforts to change food policy. This Food Day, please join UVM in some fantastic foodie festivities! 10am Tour of the Intervale Center (180 … Continue reading

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INTERNSHIP: The Morgan Horse Farm History Project

VERMONT RESEARCH INTERNSHIP: THE HISTORY OF THE MORGAN HORSE FARM In this project, the student researcher will help write a short history of UVM’s Morgan Horse Farm, conducting original research to provide a detailed timeline, bibliography and outline of the … Continue reading

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EVENT: “Battle for the Elephants” at Ira Allen Chapel, Oct. 17th

Please join the Rubenstein School of Environment and Natural Resources and the Wildlife Conservation Society for a special screening and discussion of National Geographic’s “Battle for the Elephants” When: Thursday, October 17, 2013, 4:00 pm (doors open at 3:30) Where: Ira Allen … Continue reading

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Arava Institute: Environmental Study Abroad in Israel

Looking for a unique study abroad opportunity in Israel? Come discover an experience that combines cutting-edge environmental academics and research with dialogue about conflict resolution. The Arava Institute for Environmental Studies is the leading environmental education and research program in … Continue reading

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Ian Worley Awards for Creative and Independent Thinking in Environmental Studies

Do you have a creative idea you’d like to pursue?  Would you like to work on an unusual approach to addressing environmental issues? The Environmental Program is announcing the establishment of the Ian Worley Awards for Creative and Independent Thinking … Continue reading

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INTERNSHIP: Environmental Living and Permaculture Design in Costa Rica

The Punta Mona Center for Sustainable Living & Education offers a Permaculture Design Course and Environmental Living Internship, which is open to students of all ages from all over the world. The Punta Mona Center for Sustainable Living and Education is one of … Continue reading

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BEYOND UVM: Green Infrastructure Webinar, 9/26 at 2:30pm

Webinar: Valuing Green Infrastructure: Economic, Environmental, and Social Benefits Presented by Hal Sprague, Manager of Water Policy, Center for Neighborhood Technology When:  Thursday, September 26, 2013 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM Where: Your Computer Register: http://tinyurl.com/ktznv96 Overview: The Center for … Continue reading

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INTERNSHIP: Changing Planet Internship, Charlotte Central School, VT

Help educate the environmental leaders of the future! Announcing the “Our Changing Planet” Internship at Charlotte Central School (CCS) Synopsis:  Help third graders [ 7 and 8 years old ] understand that the Earth is always changing and that we … Continue reading

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INTERNSHIPS: Apply by 8/30! Paid Internships with Vermont Urban and Community Forestry Program

CALL FOR INTERNSHIP APPLICANTS: DUE FRIDAY AUGUST 30th The Vermont Urban & Community Forestry Program (UCF), a program of the Department of Forests, Parks, and Recreation, works to promote the stewardship of urban and rural landscapes to enhance the quality … Continue reading

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