SEP CURRENTS
Issue: #15
October 28, 2015
In This Issue
Upcoming Events
Scholarships
Quick Links
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UPCOMING ON-CAMPUS EVENTS
On Campus Events:
Check out the CSUMB Calendar!
Pun of the Week: 
Think like a proton. Stay positive.
Next SEP Seminar Series:
Peter Osmolovsky
Engineering Geologist, California Central Coast Water Board

Title: TMDLs for Nitrogen Compounds and Orthophosphate in Streams of the Pajaro River Basin
When: Mon, November 2, 4pm - 5pm
Where: Chapman Science Academic Center Building 53 / room E104 
Learn more HERE
Student Success Workshops

None this week!

Learn more HERE
UPCOMING OFF-CAMPUS EVENTS
An Evening with Deborah Cramer, Author of The Narrow Edge:  A Tiny Bird, An Ancient Crab, & An Epic Journey
The Monterey  Bay National Marine Sanctuary is becoming an increasingly critical safe haven for shorebirds, who now face multiple threats along the flyway.  The red knot, subject of The Narrow Edge, has been seen not that long ago in the Elkhorn Slough.

Tuesday, November 3rd
Middlebury Institute of International Studies Irvine Auditorim
499 Pierce Street, Monterey, CA  93940
7:00-8:30pm
Event is free, but seating is limited. Register at the link below.

For more information click HERE .
Fertilizer Research Conference  
November 5-6
The California Department of Food and Agriculture's (CDFA) Fertilizer Research and Education Program (FREP) and the Western Plant Health Association (WPHA) are hosting their 23rd annual Fertilizer Research Conference at the Embassy Suites in Seaside, California, on November 5 and 6, 2015. This event brings together industry professionals and academic researchers to learn about the latest research and sound management of fertilizing materials.

For more information click HERE .
Central Coast GIS Day - November 18th
Join us at the MPC Satellite campus in Marina for the Central Coast GIS Day. Learn about Geographic Information Systems and how they are being used in our area. We will be hearing presentations from U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), University of California Santa Cruz (UCSC), Monterey Peninsula College (MPC), SeaSpatial, Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary (MBNMS) and there will also be a live Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) demo.

For more information click HERE .
INTERNSHIPS & JOBS
Monterey Bay Aquarium's Seafood Watch Program - GIS Interactive Mapping Project Intern
Application deadline: ASAP

The GIS intern will work with the Seafood Watch Partnership Program Manager to develop an online, interactive map highlighting the location, information, & logo of over 150+ conservation partners of Seafood Watch, most of which are located in North America with some global representation.

 For more information click HERE.
Department of Homeland Security (DHS) - STEM Summer Internship Program
Application deadline: 12/16/15

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Science and Technology Directorate Office of University Programs sponsors a 10-week summer internship program for students majoring in homeland security related science, technology, engineering and mathematics (HS-STEM) disciplines. The program provides students with quality research experiences at federal research facilities located across the country and allows students the opportunity to establish connections with DHS professionals. It is open to undergraduate and graduate students in a broad spectrum of HS-STEM Disciplines and DHS mission-relevant Research Areas.

 For more information click HERE.
Monterey Institute for  Research in Astronomy (MIRA)Winter Internship Program
Application deadline: ASAP

The Monterey Institute for Research in Astronomy (MIRA) offers winter intern positions for students interested in astronomy and astrophysics. Interns work one-on-one with research astronomers on current research problems including star formation, gravitational lenses, astronomical instrumentation, earth-threatening asteroids, and stellar atmospheres of unusual stars. Specific work depends on current staff interests and intern qualifications.

Typical interns are juniors or seniors but well-qualified lower classmen have also been successful. A successful candidate will have a background in science and mathematics and an interest in physical sciences, engineering, or computer science.Most of the internship will take place at the MIRA campus in Marina (within walking distance of CSUMB's campus) but some all-night observing sessions with the 36-inch research telescope take place at the Oliver Observing Station atop Chews Ridge.

 For more information click HERE.
Research Experience for Model-Based Reasoning in STEM Discipline-Based Education Research (DBER)
Application deadline: 11/30/15

The DBER REU is model-based reasoning in STEM education that includes mentors whom specialize in biology education research. Students will be selected by mid-December to participate in a 3-week part-time virtual program in January, where they will earn $500, followed by a 9-week in-person program over the summer, where they will earn another $4500.

During January Jump-start, students meet their mentors and each other on Skype, read DBER-themed papers with an online collaboration tool, begin to develop their research projects, and complete ethics and human subjects training. When they come to RIT in June, they are ready to jump into their projects, and they feel less apprehensive because the people and projects are already somewhat familiar.

During the summer, they participate in their mentored research projects, a weekly DBER methods workshop, a professional development series, and numerous social activities. The experience culminates with the campus-wide RIT Undergraduate Research Symposium, where all participants will have the opportunity to present their work.

 For more information click HERE.
GEAR UP Program Science Advising and Tutoring
Application deadline: ASAP

The GEAR UP program at CSUMB is currently hiring Academic Tutors and one Student Advisor. Click the position title for more information.

Under the direction and supervision of the GEAR UP Site Coordinator and/or College and Career Advisor, the academic tutor will work with students in small groups or in a one-on-one setting and provide academic assistance in academic areas. Academic Tutors work part-time up to 20 hours per week during academic periods for $10/hr.

Under the direction and supervision of the GEAR UP Site Coordinator and/or College and Career Advisor, the Student Advisor will provide support to students to ensure they remain on-track for admission to a four-year university or community college, and motivate them to consider post-secondary educational opportunities.Student Advisors work part-time up to 20 hours per week during academic periods for $10/hr.
Watershed Management Experiential Learning Internships
Application deadline: 11/16/2015

The Water Resources and Policy Initiatives has announced a "call for applications" for the USDA-funded Watershed Management Experiential Learning for USDA Careers Internship Program for the 2015-2016 year. The Program provides paid Watershed Management Internships for full-time students that are enrolled at any of the 23 California State University (CSU) campuses and 113 California Community Colleges(CCC).

The objective of this collaborative program is to measurably increase the encouragement, retention, graduation, and USDA career attainment of underrepresented CSU/CCC students while increasing student research skills that ensure our national forests and private working lands are conserved, restored, and made more resilient to climate change, while simultaneously enhancing the sustainability of the Nation's water resources.The program targets students underrepresented in the USDA workforce; however all ethnicities are welcome to apply. Applicants should have a sincere interest in working for the USDA.

Click HERE for more information
International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) Student Fellowship
Application deadline: 11/12/2015

The International Society of Arboriculture summer fellowship provides students with an invaluable opportunity to work with leaders in arboricultural research and education from around the world. The fellowship recipient will help develop books, articles, videos, podcasts, surveys, presentations, and seminars.
The fellowship provides a paid stipend for a minimum of 10 weeks, as well as paid travel, lodging, registration, and meals at the 2016 ISA conference in Fort Worth, Texas.


Click HERE for more information
Marin Municipal Water District - Watershed Interns
Application deadline: ASAP
2016 Internship, Full time

Marin Municipal Water District has a need for Watershed Aides, to serve in one of five distinct areas.  These positions are all within the Watershed Management programs of the District's Facilities & Watershed Management Division, and are in the five areas of: 
-Vegetation Management,
-Volunteer Management/Environmental Education & Community Engagement,
-Watershed Maintenance,
-Watershed Protection/Ranger Aide, or
-Fisheries Management

These positions are all for full-time (40 hours per week), temporary Watershed Aides for terms of six (6) months in duration. The days and hours worked also vary by position and need. 

Click HERE for more information
Native Plant Nursury Internship
Application deadline: 11/9/2015
2016 Internship, Full time

During a one-year position at one of the nursery sites, interns will participate in all aspects of the community-based restoration nurseries alongside Nursery staff. As a nursery intern, you will be introduced to many aspects of nursery management- plant propagation, pest and disease control, and facility maintenance. Interns will gain experience in botany, horticulture, environmental education, habitat restoration, and community engagement. Interns will participate in community stewardship and gain valuable experience in the development and leadership of volunteer programs for a range of audiences. Interns are an integral part of the diverse Nursery Program and are valued participants in the Park.

Click HERE for more information
San Francisco Presidio - Environmental Education Intern
Application deadline: 11/1/2015
2016 Internship, Full time

The Presidio Education Intern will support and contribute to the education initiatives of the Presidio Heritage Program. This internship is a career development opportunity designed to give recent graduates a venue for improving skills in informal place-based education, curriculum development, program evaluation, partnership building, community engagement, and public interpretation of the Presidio's natural and historic sites.

Click HERE for more information
California Marine Sanctuary Foundation Internship
Apply ASAP

The California Marine Sanctuary Foundation is excited to announce openings for internship positions. We're seeking applicants with an interest in ocean education andoutreach with an emphasis on generating greater awareness of and support for California'smarine protected areas. Ideal candidates will be self-­-motivated and will work closely, but independently, with Sanctuary Foundation staff on one or more projects.


Click HERE for more information
MEarth NatureConnect Intern Position
Apply ASAP!!!

The NatureConnect intern will assist in maintaining native plant nursery and mature native plant habitat and active restoration plots. Activities could include: watering, weeding, propagating and off site restoration. If interested, assist the NatureConnect Instructor with ecoliteracy and environmental science programming for middle school students.

Click HERE for more information
Other Internships
Want a different internship? 

If you are interested in other internships please visit the SIP Featured Internship page or Internship Opportunities page.

SCHOLARSHIPS
COAST Student Research Funding
Application Due: 11/30/15

COAST aims to increase CSU student participation in faculty-mentored marine and coastal research throughout the CSU. COAST will provide support to CSU undergraduate students ( up to $1,500) working with COAST faculty members. These awards will support students interested in pursuing marine- related careers and provide them with the opportunity to obtain the skills necessary to join a highly skilled, technologically advanced workforce while promoting and supporting CSU faculty research.

Access the application HERE. Contact Dr. James Lindolm (jlindholm@csumb.edu) if you have questions. 
Science Ambassador Scholarship
Application Due: 12/01/15

The Science Ambassador Scholarship is a 
full tuition scholarship for a woman seeking an undergraduate degree in science, engineering, or math, funded by Cards Against Humanity. The ideal candidate will be an ambassador for their field-someone passionate about discovery who shares their excitement with others.The winner of the Science Ambassador Scholarship will receive full tuition coverage for up to four years.


Access the application HERE.
Groundwater Research Scholarship
Groundwater Resource Association of California Scholarship
The Central Coast branch of the Groundwater Resources Association of California (GRAC) has scholarship funds up to $2500 available for distribution to college and graduate students performing research on groundwater resources in the Central Coast branch region (generally, Monterey, San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, and Ventura counties). GRAC wishes to support student research related to groundwater issues, water resources management, water recycling and other proposals related to groundwater research. 
Click HERE for more information.

 

COAST Student Travel Awards
COAST Scholarship
The Council of Ocean Affairs, Science & Technology (COAST) provides travel support for CSU undergraduate and graduate students to present the results of original research at marine, estuarine and coastal-themed scientific meetings and conferences, or special thematic sessions of more general scientific meetings. Please note COAST has new guidelines and policies regarding travel reimbursements as of August 1, 2014. See award announcement for full details.

 

Click HERE for more information.

 

EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES
UROC Scholars Program 
Application Due: 11/2
The UROC Scholars is a two-year competitive program that provides students with intensive research and graduate school preparation. Learn more about the programhere.
We seek students who:
  • are from all disciplines and majors dedicated to scholarship, leadership, and high-achievement
  • are committed to pursuing a Ph.D. (note: we do not support students pursuing professional programs such as medical or law school)
  • have two summers remaining before graduating.
Check it out HERE!
NEW Chemistry Minor!
Visit your academic adviser!

Chemistry is the science that explores the fundamental properties, reactivity, and analysis of atoms and molecules. An understanding of chemistry brings an appreciation and understanding of the world, and provides real-life technical skills. 


 

Check it out HERE!

Graduate School Test Prep Books Available
Available in the library

In an effort to support graduate school efforts for our students, a partnership with UROC, support programs (CSS and SSS), and the library have come together to make some test books available for our students. Check out the selection of available test prep books here.