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NRLI Class XV at Three Sisters Springs, Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge. Photo by Jessica Ireland.
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Director's Corner
Jonathan Dain
Accepting Applications: NRLI Class XVI (2016-2017)
The NRLI program is predicated on three simple ideas. First, the State of Florida has a unique and fragile natural resource base on which all Floridians depend. Second, we can more effectively and sustainably manage that resource base if we move away from antagonistic and confrontational disputes and instead seek negotiated solutions that take into account the needs and interests of the many. Third, we need a network of trained professionals from all parts of the State, all natural resource sectors, and a diversity of perspectives if we are to realize the second idea. By "trained professionals" we mean leaders equipped with a specialized set of skills, tools, and approaches that enable them to communicate effectively, build trust, and facilitate collaboration among competing interests.
Through everyday actions, small and large, NRLI alumni impact Florida by applying their skills and drawing on their network. NRLI seeks Fellows who will both benefit from the program and strengthen the network. We need your continued assistance in recruiting those with NRLI leadership; we need to continue expanding the network of trained professionals.
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Class XV Session 6 Newsletter
Crystal River: Endangered species & recreation
In this issue...
Session Overview
Curriculum Focus: Planning for and applying principled negotiation practices
Fellows' Article Gretchen Ehlinger & Andy Kohler Class XV Fellow Spotlight - Ivan Vicente, Visitor Services Specialist, Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge Complex
- Lori Edwards, Supervisor of Elections, Polk County
- Gretchen Ehlinger, Senior Technial Manager/Senior Biologist, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Planning and Policy Division
NRLI Alumni Spotlight - Thomas Ruppert, Coastal Planning Specialist, Florida Sea Grant College Program
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You're Invited!
NRLI Class XV Graduation
NRLI alumni and friends of the NRLI program,
You and your guest/family are cordially invited to attend the
graduation ceremony of Class XV of the
Florida Natural Resources Leadership Institute
to be held
Friday, April 8, 2016 from 5:30 to 9:00 p.m.
at
The Florida Museum of Natural History
University of Florida Cultural Plaza
3215 Hull Road
Gainesville, FL 32611
Reception: 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Dinner: 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Remarks & presentation of awards & certificates: 7:30 to 9:00 p.m.
*Please RSVP no later than March 18.*
Note: Bruce Delaney will be retiring in June 2016 after 13 years as Director of NRLI. In addition to celebrating Class XV, please join us in honoring Bruce as we recognize his contributions to the institute, Project Team, and Fellows.
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NRLI Class XVI (2016-2017)
We are currently accepting applications for NRLI Class XVI (2016-2017)!
The application deadline is April 1, 2016. Class size is limited; applicants are strongly encouraged to apply as early as possible.
contact Jessica Ireland, NRLI Program Coordinator.
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General Joe Joyce Family Endowment
for Natural Resources Leadership
Upon his retirement from UF/IFAS, Dr. Joe Joyce established an endowment to support the Florida Natural Resources Leadership Institute. This is NRLI's first endowment and will support scholarships and program support. To make a gift to this endowment:
Mail: checks may be mailed to:
UF/IFAS Development
PO Box 110170
Gainesville, FL 32611
Please make checks payable to the University of Florida Foundation.
Include "FNRLI-Joyce Endowment" in the memo line.
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Future Class XV Sessions
Dates
| Topic
| Location
| March 10-12, 2016
| Agriculture south of Lake Okeechobee
| Clewiston
| April 7-9, 2016
| Graduation & practicum presentations
| Gainesville
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