From biology-u-l at mentor.lscf.ucsb.edu Tue Apr 1 07:35:24 2008 From: biology-u-l at mentor.lscf.ucsb.edu (Biology Undergraduate List) Date: Tue, 01 Apr 2008 07:35:24 -0700 Subject: [Biology-U-L] Snowy Plover Docents Needed Message-ID: <47F2482C.2070005@lifesci.ucsb.edu> Hello, It's that time again! Snowy Plovers are nesting now at Sand's Beach, Coal Oil Point Reserve! Volunteer Docents and Interns are needed to help protect the eggs and chicks during the next 5-6 months. The next volunteer training is on Saturday, April 5th, from 9AM-1:30PM at the Cliff House, Coal Oil Point Reserve. The Western Snowy Plover is a small shorebird in need of our help. Habitat destruction and increased human recreation on beaches have caused dramatic declines in their populations over the past few decades, leading to their protection under the Endangered Species Act. The Snowy Plover Docent Program (SPDP) was started in August of 2001 to assist in the protection of the Snowy Plovers at Coal Oil Point Reserve, and to raise awareness of the importance of the preservation of this species and its habitat. We have been successful thus far because the community's support and commitment to help out. The program recruits, trains, and organizes volunteers to become Plover Docents. Each docent plays a crucial role in the protection of the plovers by educating beach users about this threatened species and how to use the beach responsibly. Docents provide a personal and friendly contact for beach users. They promote public interest and understanding, and in turn, dramatically increase the effectiveness of other plover management efforts at the Reserve. The Docent Commitment is only 2 hours per week after the training. The SPDP operates at Coal Oil Point Reserve, which lies between Isla Vista and Ellwood shores near west campus. Our office is located near the beach entrance, across form the Cliff House. The nearest major cross streets are El Colegio and Storke Road. For more information or to register for the training, please contact: Program Coordinator Jennifer Stroh 805-893-3703 805-880-1195 stroh at lifesci.ucsb.edu http://coaloilpoint.ucnrs.org THANK YOU! -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: final_snpl_ad.bmp Type: image/bmp Size: 1346050 bytes Desc: not available Url : http://mentor.lscf.ucsb.edu/pipermail/biology-u-l/attachments/20080401/b9aa04ca/attachment.bin From biology-u-l at mentor.lscf.ucsb.edu Tue Apr 1 11:32:14 2008 From: biology-u-l at mentor.lscf.ucsb.edu (Biology Undergraduate List) Date: Tue, 01 Apr 2008 11:32:14 -0700 Subject: [Biology-U-L] Habitat Restoration this Sat! Message-ID: <47F27FAE.9060408@lifesci.ucsb.edu> ***************************************************** Hello Restoration Volunteers! Come join us this Saturday, April 5th from 9am-12 noon for a Habitat Restoration Workday at Coal Oil Point Reserve. Coal Oil Point Reserve is a 170-acre nature preserve owned by UCSB, located just west of Isla Vista. The Reserve is an ecologically important area that is home to a number of endangered and threatened species, including the Western Snowy Plover. This Saturday we will be improving habitat by planting natives, removing non-native plants, and maintaining previously planted areas. This is a great opportunity for all community members who want to improve water quality and the local habitat for all the critters that live here! If you plan to join us please RSVP to Tara Longwell at longwell at lifesci.ucsb.edu. We strongly suggest carpooling to cut down on the number of cars on site! Tools, gloves, water, and snacks will be provided. Hope to see you there! Tara Longwell -- Tara Longwell Reserve Steward Coal Oil Point Reserve UC Santa Barbara Natural Reserve System http://coaloilpoint.ucnrs.org From biology-u-l at mentor.lscf.ucsb.edu Wed Apr 2 07:42:47 2008 From: biology-u-l at mentor.lscf.ucsb.edu (Biology Undergraduate List) Date: Wed, 02 Apr 2008 07:42:47 -0700 Subject: [Biology-U-L] Note correction for S08 CBER Internship Meeting Message-ID: <47F39B67.4020902@lifesci.ucsb.edu> Looks like I made a mistake on the the Spring quarter information and had the Winter quarter meeting date. I have amended the text and it should read as follows: Sorry and thanks, Jan Work to restore UCSB campus natural areas for local plants and wildlife through an internship with CCBER for Spring quarter 2008. Students will gain valuable hands-on field experience restoring native wetland, coastal sage scrub, grassland and oak woodland habitats. Internship activities include plant propagation, seed collection, planting, weeding, and ecological monitoring. Learn about local plants and animals, earn course credit, meet environmental professionals in your community, and enjoy a beautiful outdoor working environment! All interns must complete the following for 1 unit of credit: 3 hours of fieldwork per week, creation of a plant collection notebook and restoration journal. To earn course credit, you must be an EEMB, ENVST, GEOG or CCS student and meet the minimum requirements for your department. Volunteer opportunities are also available! ES 192/Geog 193 requirements: Upper division standing Must have a minimum 3.0 GPA EEMB 184 requirements: Upper division standing Must have a minimum 2.5 GPA CCS students check with EEMB department contact FIRST MEETING: Introduction and internship/volunteer sign up Friday April 4, 2008 at 5:00 pm Harder Stadium South, Building 578, Room 1013 For more information, contact: Jan Myers - jmyers at lifesci.ucsb.edu, 893-2506 From biology-u-l at mentor.lscf.ucsb.edu Wed Apr 2 12:44:14 2008 From: biology-u-l at mentor.lscf.ucsb.edu (Biology Undergraduate List) Date: Wed, 02 Apr 2008 12:44:14 -0700 Subject: [Biology-U-L] summer research assistantship - Mojave Desert Message-ID: <47F3E20E.5080608@lifesci.ucsb.edu> ************************** Riparian Restoration and Avian Ecology Research in the Mojave Desert Summer 2008 Internships We want to determine the availability of applicants for field internships for a regional wetlands and riparian habitat restoration project spanning southern Nevada and portions of three adjacent states. We are researching the success of past habitat restoration efforts and conducting new restoration in Mojave Desert oasis and riparian habitats, including vegetation inventory, avian and insect communities, GIS, invasive species control, prescribed fire, simulated biocontrol, and native plantings. The overall focus is vegetation and avian community inventory and research to develop more effective control of saltcedar/tamarisk (Tamarix spp.) and other secondary plant invaders. The research sites are widely scattered across the Mojave Desert region, with the base of field operations in the Las Vegas (NV) area. DUTIES: Habitat inventory and research tasks emphasize plant and avian ecology, and field and office GPS/GIS applications. For field reconnaissance, interns will use field (backpack) GPS/GIS technology, including a sub-meter Trimble Pathfinder ProXT GPS unit, handheld computer, Windows Mobile 5, and ArcPad GIS software. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILLS: College undergraduates, recent graduates, and others, are encouraged to reply as to their availability for summer internships. A working knowledge and demonstrated experience in plant and wildlife ecology, soil chemistry and/or GIS (ArcView GIS 3.3 and/or ArcGIS 9.2) are desirable. Successful candidates will be expected to be conscientious self-starters capable of independent work and timely project completion. CONDITIONS: Potential applicants should be capable of vigorous physical activity (e.g., working long hours outdoors in hot, cold, rainy, and buggy weather; able to hike with a 40-pound pack across uneven terrain). The normal work week will consist of five eight-hour days, though working longer days and weekends may be necessary. Internship positions are expected to start in May 2008 on either a seasonal or continuing basis, depending on applicant availability. Interns will be provided liability protection, lodging, field transportation, and an hourly wage of $9-$16, depending on experience. Health insurance and other benefits are not included. PROJECT INVESTIGATORS: Interns will work with several project investigators, including: Tom Dudley, Ph.D., Marine Science Inst., UCSB Tom Hayes, Ph.D., Research Manager, UCSB Matt Brooks, Ph.D., U.S.G.S., Fresno and Henderson, NV APPLICATIONS: Please respond immediately, since internships are expected to start in May 2008. However, additional intern openings will be available throughout the 2.5-year project. Respond to: Tom Dudley tdudley at msi.ucsb.edu Marine Science Institute University of California Santa Barbara, CA, USA 93106-6150 & Natural Resource & Environmental Sciences University of Nevada, Reno Office: Noble Hall 1128; Lab: Noble 1250 http://rivrlab.msi.ucsb.edu/ _______________________________________________ BIOnews mailing list BIOnews at lifesci.ucsb.edu https://www.lifesci.ucsb.edu/mailman/listinfo/bionews From biology-u-l at mentor.lscf.ucsb.edu Thu Apr 3 08:30:49 2008 From: biology-u-l at mentor.lscf.ucsb.edu (Biology Undergraduate List) Date: Thu, 03 Apr 2008 08:30:49 -0700 Subject: [Biology-U-L] Monday, Resumania - Tuesday BizTech Message-ID: <47F4F829.3090509@lifesci.ucsb.edu> Subject: Monday, Resumania - Tuesday BizTech -- the largest UCSB Career Fair. Noon at the Mosher Alumni House Dear Advising Colleagues, Career Services, teaming up with the UCSB Alumni Association and the Alpha Kappa Psi Business Fraternity, is getting ready for a busy week. Monday, April 7 from 10AM to 4PM, students are welcome to pop by The Counseling and Career Services building (599) for a last minute resume critique before the biggest career fair of the year on Tuesday, April 8th. If you have not yet toured the Mosher Alumni House, this is a great opportunity to see it fully utilized and decorated by recruiters and students in suits. As prominent members of the campus community, you are more than welcome to addend this event. The recruiters are always honored to meet faculty and staff. The doors open at noon for a special advanced entry for those students who have a critiqued resume and arrive dressed to impress. The official start is at 1:00 and the fair runs until 4:00. I have attached a PDF with details that you are welcome to pass along to your students. While seniors and graduate students may benefit the most from this event, we are thrilled to see 1st, 2nd, and 3rd year students there seeking internships and a chance to practice engaging with recruiters. Curious to see who is coming? The BizTech website contains detailed information including job positions available. www.career.ucsb.edu/biztech Employers are begging us for entry into this sold-out fair. This bodes well for our campus and our graduating students. There are a lot of opportunities for them even in these strange economic times. The demand for Gauchos says a lot about your incredible work. See you at the fair, I hope. Don Lubach _____________________ Don Lubach, Ph.D. Associate Director, UCSB Career Services Putting Scholarship, Leadership, & Citizenship to Work <> ---------- End Forwarded Message ---------- -------------- next part -------------- An embedded message was scrubbed... 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Students at the junior and senior level are invited to submit current or recent creative or research projects in the one of the following areas: Visual and Performing Arts Humanities Social Sciences Sciences Engineering A FIRST PRIZE OF $1,000 AND A SECOND PRIZE OF $250 will be awarded to winning projects. Submissions will be reviewed by a panel of UCSB emeriti faculty, and announcement of the winners will be made at the Fall 2008 luncheon meeting of the UCSB Emeriti Association. Interested students should submit their completed projects with a letter of support from the sponsoring professor to: The Emeriti Center 3101 Student Affairs and Administrative Services Building (SAASB) Submission deadline is Friday June 6, 2008. For further information please contact Professor Emeritus David Sprecher at sprecher at math.ucsb.edu or by telephone: 805-568-0681 or 805-452-7014. Please post the attached flyer in a prominent space. 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Last year, CLAS saw a record 7543 students. *Spring On-line & In-person Enrollment: Instructional Groups and Academic Skills Workshops* * Visit the CLAS office (SRB 3210) or the web (my.sa.ucsb.edu/clas **)**. *Appointments: Academic Skills, ESL & Writing * * Visit the CLAS office (SRB 3210) or call 805 893-3733. _CLAS offers 3 types of services:_ 1. *Instructional Groups* (instructor and student-driven) A. Designed for a wide range of introductory economics, engineering, math, science, statistics, and undergraduate courses. Groups meet 1-2 hours a week. B. Instructors create lesson outlines to cover key concepts, respond to student questions, and work with individual learning needs at the pace of those in attendance. 2. *One-to-one Tutorial Services* (primarily student-driven) A. Drop-in services are available for economics, foreign language, math, science, statistics and writing. B. ESL & Writing tutoring is available by appointment; please call 893-3733 or visit CLAS. C. CLAS assigns individual tutors to students referred by Intercollegiate Athletics and the Disabled Students Program, as well as to students enrolled in selected ESL courses and the Writing Program's Academic Communities for Excellence classes. D. Other students seeking private tutoring are given referrals. 3. *Study* *Skills Services* A. Workshops address topics such as learning styles, exam preparation strategies, time management, reading comprehension, and strategies for ESL students. B. Workshops are also offered for specific course/skill needs upon faculty, TA or group request. __ C. Students can schedule an individual consultation (893-3733) to assess their learning style and target their study skills needs. Appointments focus on reading skills, note taking or exam preparation. _Program coordinators are available to answer any questions you may have about their respective area._ 1) Math and Science Program, Coordinator, Danson Kiplagat x2612 2) Reading, Social Science & Academic Skills Program, Coordinator, Jay Stemmle x 4754 3) Statistics, Economics, Accounting & Logic Program and Summer Coordinator, Calvin Kao x4909 4) Writing, ESL & Foreign Language Program, Coordinator, Jeff Landeck x4757 Please contact us for further information. Thank you for partnering with CLAS in serving UCSB students! -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://mentor.lscf.ucsb.edu/pipermail/biology-u-l/attachments/20080403/ec34c0d3/attachment.html -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... 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This day is a unique experience, and it is the perfect opportunity for you to give back to the campus that you call home. For those of you looking for volunteer hours, this is the prime opportunity for you to complete them. You will also be given a FREE T-SHIRT and a FREE SILVERGREEN'S BOXED LUNCH!!! If you are interested in participating in this event or know of someone who is, please check out our Facebook group at: _http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=25862562288_ We hope that you can attend our training on Tuesday, April 8^th , 2008 at the UCSB Visitor Center from 6-7pm. If you cannot attend the training session, we'd still love your help! Thanks for your help, and hopefully we'll see you on Saturday, April 12^th ! Chris Garcia and the Office of Admissions Staff (805) 893-8175 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Collect business cards and access the participant database following the event to continue your networking. Space is limited so register today at http://www.ucsbalum.com/students_parents/students/speed_network.html RSVP deadline Friday, April 20, 2008. Business Casual attire requested. Refreshments provided. This is a free event. Register at http://www.ucsbalum.com/students_parents/students/speed_network.html Questions may be directed to Susan Goodale at 805-893-4611 or alumni.careers at ia.ucsb.edu PDF flyer attached for your convenience. Thanks! ----------------------- Lauren Linn Programs Coordinator UCSB Alumni Affairs (805) 893-4775 Lauren.Linn at ia.ucsb.edu -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... 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A coordinated series of interdisciplinary courses and related activities introduces students to scriptwriting; media portrayals of the environment; the biological, socio-economic, and political aspects of marine conservation; and the latest innovations in environmental filmmaking. Students will gain the skills necessary to communicate effectively with their peers, scientists, policymakers, and the general public by producing short, compelling videos. Issues such as marine protected areas, sustainable fishing, watershed ecosystems, beach erosion, aquaculture, and others will be closely studied, providing a foundation for the research necessary to produce an informative film. Techniques of digital video camera operations, sound gathering, lighting, and editing with industry standard Final Cut Pro will also be covered. Please see the attached flyer for program details. This Program is open to undergraduate and graduate students in all disciplines, but the criteria for acceptance include a demonstrated preparation in media or biological sciences. Questions can be addressed to Professor Constance Penley at penley at filmandmedia.ucsb.edu . Application forms are available at www.summer.ucsb.edu/specialprograms.html . Screening will begin April 11, 2008; applications received after that date will be considered on a space-available basis. Submit applications to fawcett at cftnm.ucsb.edu , or mail to Blue Horizons, Carsey-Wolf Center for Film, Television, and New Media, University of California, Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara, CA 93106-7100. Additional program information can be found at www.cftnm.ucsb.edu . ********************************************** Cathy Boggs, Ph.D. Associate Director Carsey-Wolf Center for Film, Television, and New Media 1015 Robertson Gym University of California, Santa Barbara Santa Barbara, CA 93106-7100 (805) 252-9518 (cell) (805) 893-2467 (fax) cboggs at cftnm.ucsb.edu -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://mentor.lscf.ucsb.edu/pipermail/biology-u-l/attachments/20080407/8e5f705c/attachment.html -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... 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Specific duties will include: (1) assisting LTER staff and graduate students with subtidal and laboratory research projects (2) Surveying common kelp forest algae, invertebrates and fish using SCUBA (3) small boat collection and laboratory processing of seawater samples obtained for analysis of Chlorophyll a, particulate organic matter, and dissolved inorganic nutrients, (4) laboratory processing of kelp tissue samples in preparation for chemical analyses, (5) computer entry and quality assurance of project data, and (6) downloading and processing of oceanographic instrument data. REQUIREMENTS: (1) AAUS scientific diving certification with 'active' status (2) Enrollment in undergraduate coursework for fall 2008; funding may not be awarded to students graduating in June 2008 (3) Ability to lift heavy objects & to endure the physical demands of an ambitious diving schedule (4) Ability to adapt to a variable work schedule: 10 hour days and occasional weekends (5) Availability over the entire summer (from end of spring quarter to beginning of fall quarter) (6) Comfortable spending long days on a small boat in variable weather conditions (7) U.S. citizen (8) Minimum GPA of 3.0. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://mentor.lscf.ucsb.edu/pipermail/biology-u-l/attachments/20080407/254d3f96/attachment.html -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... 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For more information, take a look at this website http://www.westernu.edu/xp/edu/dentistry/welcome.xml This will be a great experience to know about this new Dental School directly from the Dean so please come to this presentation. As always, food and soft drinks will be provided and please RSVP for this presentation by e-mailing it to pdoucsb at gmail.com Best of luck with your classes! -- Shoji Inomata PDO President -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Attached to this email you will find some information about the preserve itself. Thank you so much for your help with circulating this job spec. Thank you! Venesa Klein | Executive Recruiter | The Pacific Firm | office: 510-647-1009 | fax: 510-647-1010 * * The Wildlands Conservancy WIND WOLVES PRESERVE MANAGER *About the Organization:* *www.wildlandsconservancy.org * The Wildlands Conservancy (TWC) is a non-profit, public benefit corporation founded in 1995. Owning and maintaining the largest nonprofit preserve system in California, which includes our 97,000 acre Wind Wolves Preserve and our 33,000 Sand to Snow Preserve System, TWC has preserved more land in California with private funds than any other conservation organization. In its relatively short history, TWC has conveyed more lands in California at no cost to National Parks and Federal Wilderness Areas than has any other conservation organization. Yet, we are mindful that the status to which we elevate these lands is not sacrosanct by designation alone. Our preserved lands are only inviolate as a result of the hearts and minds of people who believe in them and work to protect them. This is why we devote our time and resources toward making nature, landscape preservation, and environmental issues relevant to our society. In addition to land preservation and restoration, TWC funds more free outdoor education programs for youth than any other nonprofit organization in Southern California. We consider this aspect of our mission equal to our conservation priority. If we do not call young people back to the magic and mystery of nature, there will be no one ordained by experience to care for it in the future. *THE POSITION* Manages the Wind Wolves Preserve, supervising and performing public education programs and land stewardship activities; oversees building construction and park and recreation facilities construction projects; plans and coordinates habitat restoration and wildlife recovery activities; performs other related duties as assigned. *_SUPERVISION EXERCISED_* Resource Specialist, Outdoor Education Director, Naturalists, Rangers and Maintenance Workers. SUPERVISION RECEIVED Supervised by the Associate Director and Executive Director. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Represents the Wind Wolves Preserve in all dealings with neighboring property owners, resolving disputes and ensuring compliance with TWC policies, conservation goals and access procedures. Patrols the Preserve regularly, reviewing activities and work performed by oil companies, cattle grazers, and other entities, ensuring that each such entity meets its contractual obligations to TWC. Attends and actively represents TWC's interests at community meetings related to Preserve activities and interests including governmental agencies' elected officials and agency staff, to promote TWC's mission and goals at the Wind Wolves Preserve. Works with Associate Director and Executive Director to establish goals, objectives and strategies for any given project; works in cooperation with appropriate staff members to implement the action plan to accomplish those goals and objectives. Works with staff and other entities to develop and implement plans for protection of natural resources including: (1) removal of non-native vegetation, (2) removal of debris, (3) road issues, and (4) related land management tasks. Evaluates the habitat restoration needs on the Wind Wolves Preserve, plans and coordinates a comprehensive habitat restoration program. Evaluates the wildlife recovery needs of the Wind Wolves Preserve, plans and coordinates a comprehensive wildlife recovery program. Develops and supervises park facilities and picnic area construction and maintenance projects; maintenance of equipment, vehicles and water systems; and evaluates employee job performance and prepares necessary reports. Oversees outdoor education program, ensuring that all aspects are in compliance with applicable laws and TWC Board's program guidelines. Promotes safety awareness among the staff; updating safety procedures, conducting training sessions, performing periodic inspections and maintaining necessary records in compliance with CalOSHA. Secures required state, county and local permits (e.g., Hazardous Materials, well repairs & inspections, & other permits relevant to the Preserve). Conducts stewardship activities, including development of a stewardship manual, Preserve Management and Maintenance Guide, and other written materials for the Preserve. Plans for and coordinates appropriate responses to emergencies; maintains Preserve Emergency Response Plan up to date and conducts regular emergency drills. Notes directives Associate Director or Executive Director may give to consultants, outside contractors and/or individuals from other organizations with which TWC coordinates projects; follows up with all such individuals to ensure they understand directives, follow up properly, and accomplish assigned tasks on a timely basis. Identifies potential problems and takes necessary steps to prevent their occurrence or to solve those that cannot be prevented. Manages, conducts and assists with maintenance tasks, compliance and improvements; litter patrol and removal of trash and debris from the premises; trail building & maintenance; signage & boundary posting; building & facilities maintenance; swimming pool upkeep; equipment inspection and maintenance, etc. Evaluates outside contractors to perform work on the Preserve, recommends their selection and supervises their work to insure compliance with their contract. Attends meetings with lessees, lease-holders, agencies, and public and private groups as directed. QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor's Degree in Biological Science or related field. Five years experience managing land use issues. Willingness to live in TWC housing on the Preserve. Knowledge of: ? Environmental protection and conservation principles and personal dedication to those principles. ? TWC's conservation mission and commitment to it. ? Habitat restoration and wildlife recovery activities ? Building construction principles and practices Ability to: * Organize and skillfully perform a wide range of administrative and management functions in a timely manner including keeping accurate and complete records, logs and follow up reports. * Assign work and follow up to ensure that preserve goals and objectives are met. * Represent TWC effectively in public meetings. * Work cooperatively with fellow employees, supervisors, management, contractors, public agencies, preserve neighbors, lease operators, lessees, and companies and non-profits desiring to conduct business with TWC at the Wind Wolves Preserve. * Develop and implement creative solutions to preserve issues to enhance and improve communication on Wind Wolves Preserve issues. * Conduct research on the internet and with other available resources. * Develop and implement comprehensive habitat restoration and wildlife recovery programs. -- ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Mark Holmgren Vertebrate Collections Center for Biodiversity and Ecological Restoration Harder South University of California Santa Barbara, CA 93106-9615 ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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NOT ONLY that but a position for a volunteer at UCSB student health is available and names will be pulled for it tonight, you MUST be present to get this position. The volunteer position at student health is a WONDERFUL opportunity for pharmacy and volunteer experience. Best of all SNACKS will be provided!!! Come tonigh and learn about UOP! See you there, DeVonet PPSA Secretary -- *~*Dev*~* -- *~*Dev*~* -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://mentor.lscf.ucsb.edu/pipermail/biology-u-l/attachments/20080410/1b6af33a/attachment.html From biology-u-l at mentor.lscf.ucsb.edu Thu Apr 10 14:07:46 2008 From: biology-u-l at mentor.lscf.ucsb.edu (Biology Undergraduate List) Date: Thu, 10 Apr 2008 14:07:46 -0700 Subject: [Biology-U-L] Get experience in a plant ecology lab! Message-ID: <47FE81A2.1070500@lifesci.ucsb.edu> Short term lab position: Get experience in a plant ecology lab! I am looking for someone to work about 80 hours in our lab (Levine lab) this quarter counting seed of native plants. The project is investigating the role of dispersal limitation in the recruitment of native shrub species into exotic annual grasslands on Santa Cruz Island CA. I set up seed traps and now need the seed counted and this involves working with a dissection scope. Hours are extremely flexible to fit your schedule. 10$/hour. If interested email Stephanie at yelenik at lifesci.ucsb.edu ------------------------------------------------ Stephanie Yelenik Department of Ecology, Evolution, and Marine Biology University of California Santa Barbara, CA 93107 (805) 893-7364 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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For more information please call (805) 967-0119 and ask for Emilie. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://mentor.lscf.ucsb.edu/pipermail/biology-u-l/attachments/20080410/4415fc16/attachment.html From biology-u-l at mentor.lscf.ucsb.edu Thu Apr 10 14:16:38 2008 From: biology-u-l at mentor.lscf.ucsb.edu (Biology Undergraduate List) Date: Thu, 10 Apr 2008 14:16:38 -0700 Subject: [Biology-U-L] Neuroscience Research Position - requires a degree and some experience Message-ID: <47FE83B6.1010709@lifesci.ucsb.edu> *Neuroscience Research Position!* ** Celavie Biosciences is currently seeking a research assistant who will Report to the Chief Research Officer and research associates and Act as His/Her assistant in daily laboratory tasks as well as conducting experiments related to neurodegenerative diseases and potential treatments. *Responsibilities will include:* ? Stem cell culture and processing ? Slicing and Immunohistochemical/ Immunofluorescent analysis of different tissues ? Tissue fixation by perfusion ? Statistical analysis and data entry ? Animal handling and participation in surgery and behavioral testing ? Maintaining laboratory notebooks and inventory logs ? Advanced light microscopy ? Mixing Reagents, cleaning glassware, aliquoting antibodies, preparing and sterilizing pipettes ? In depth literature searches and creating electronic archives *EDUCATION, Experience, and skill requirements:*** ? Bachelor's degree in biology or related discipline ? Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Powerpoint ? At least 6 months experience working in a research or biotech setting ? Data management and analysis skills ? Must be able to effectively communicate with supervisors and have good oral and written communication skills. Must be able to work in a team environment with researchers and principal investigators ? Must be able to work full time, flexible hours with occasional weekend and holiday rotations ? Lifting 25 to 50 pounds ? A thorough understanding of regulatory/compliance issues related to product quality, manufacturing, and cell processing facilities ? Familiarity with literature searches and writing scientific papers ? Animal Handling, immunochemistry, and microscopy experience, a plus ? Knowledge of stem cell terminology, a plus *TO APPLY:* Email resume (MS Word, Adobe PDF or plain text only) to: marisa at celaviebio.com Fax resume to: 805-983-8681 *Paid training will be available for this position ***************************** Amber Griffin Associate Director Animal Resource Center, UCSB Santa Barbara, CA 93106-5061 phone - 805 893 4254 fax - 805 893 2005 ***************************** *From:* Pam Bayer [mailto:bayer at lifesci.ucsb.edu] *Sent:* Wednesday, April 09, 2008 12:56 PM *To:* Amber Griffin *Subject:* Re: FW: job posting Hi amber, Guess my version of word is old because I can't open the document. Can you copy the information and put it in the body of the email and resend it? thanks Pam Amber Griffin said the following on 4/9/2008 10:37 AM: Hi Pam, I have another request to post a position for a likely new graduate student. The last one worked out great! Do you mind posting this job? Thank you! Amber ***************************** Amber Griffin Associate Director Animal Resource Center, UCSB Santa Barbara, CA 93106-5061 phone - 805 893 4254 fax - 805 893 2005 ***************************** -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://mentor.lscf.ucsb.edu/pipermail/biology-u-l/attachments/20080410/e6b09629/attachment.html From biology-u-l at mentor.lscf.ucsb.edu Fri Apr 11 15:59:30 2008 From: biology-u-l at mentor.lscf.ucsb.edu (Biology Undergraduate List) Date: Fri, 11 Apr 2008 15:59:30 -0700 Subject: [Biology-U-L] progress checks for major requirements Message-ID: <47FFED52.6080705@lifesci.ucsb.edu> Students declared in one of the following majors can track their progress toward completing their major requirements by running degree audits. 1. Aquatic Biology 2. Biochemistry-Molecular Biology 3. Biological Sciences BA and BS 4. Cell and Developmental Biology 5. Ecology and Evolution 6. Microbiology 7. Pharmacology 8. Physiology 9. Zoology Note: Pre-major audits will be coming sometime in the future. To run an audit, go into GOLD, click on the Academic History link and then select the Degree Audit tab. From biology-u-l at mentor.lscf.ucsb.edu Mon Apr 14 12:25:16 2008 From: biology-u-l at mentor.lscf.ucsb.edu (Biology Undergraduate List) Date: Mon, 14 Apr 2008 12:25:16 -0700 Subject: [Biology-U-L] Summer course: EEMB40: ECOLOGY OF DISEASE Message-ID: <4803AF9C.5070505@lifesci.ucsb.edu> Need overall non-major units to fulfill some remaining graduation requirements? EEMB40: ECOLOGY OF DISEASE Instructor: John Latto, Summer Session Period B Satisfies area C of the GE requirements or overall units needed for graduation This class is specifically designed to use the inherent interest that many people have in human health and disease to illustrate the tools and methodologies of both ecology and epidemiology. We will cover a broad range of disciplines from history to human health but the underlying theme will be the use of the scientific principles of ecology and epidemiology to study changes in the distribution and abundance of diseases. These changes will be examined both using historical examples and also by examining current disease patterns and predicting changes. Student comments from the winter 2008 class: /'Honestly one of the best courses I have taken in 3 years at UCSB.' 'Never had a course so well rounded.' 'This class was exceptional. Plain and simple. The information and instruction were compelling and managed to attain that perfect mix of levity and informativeness that is so elusive to most professors. Bravo on a truly excellent course.' / -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ** -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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If interested call Bruce Braaten in the David Low laboratory at 893-5598 (Bioscience 2 Bldg). -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://mentor.lscf.ucsb.edu/pipermail/biology-u-l/attachments/20080414/349f9a36/attachment.html From biology-u-l at mentor.lscf.ucsb.edu Thu Apr 17 08:44:06 2008 From: biology-u-l at mentor.lscf.ucsb.edu (Biology Undergraduate List) Date: Thu, 17 Apr 2008 08:44:06 -0700 Subject: [Biology-U-L] Looking for a rewarding part time job? Teach MCAT for Kaplan! Message-ID: <48077046.2030108@lifesci.ucsb.edu> Attention pre med students! Have you taken the MCAT and scored in the 90^th percentile or higher? Do you have a desire to help your peers reach their educational goals? Need a part time job that pays over $20 per hour? If you answered yes to all three of these questions, the Santa Barbara Kaplan Center wants to hear from you. Kaplan has prepped more med students for the MCAT than all other companies combined. Half of that success is providing the best materials available to our students but the other half is having the best teachers in the industry. Kaplan is looking to hire MCAT teachers for both the summer and 2008-2009 school year here in Goleta. You will be put through a rigorous paid training program where you will learn the Kaplan methods and core competencies of teaching. Once hired as a teacher you will have the opportunity to help students reach their target scores in class sizes of 5 to 20 people. If you are interested in applying, please visit kaptest.com/teach to sign up for one of our upcoming auditions, the first step in the interview process. If you have any questions feel free to call us locally at 805-685-5767. Thank you! Parker Fox Kaplan Test Prep and Admissions, Santa Barbara Marketing Manager p: 805.685.5767 | f: 805.685.4350 **Visit ****www.kaptest.com** ** to view all of our preparation options and free events!** -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://mentor.lscf.ucsb.edu/pipermail/biology-u-l/attachments/20080417/b4987559/attachment.html From biology-u-l at mentor.lscf.ucsb.edu Tue Apr 22 14:23:29 2008 From: biology-u-l at mentor.lscf.ucsb.edu (Biology Undergraduate List) Date: Tue, 22 Apr 2008 14:23:29 -0700 Subject: [Biology-U-L] Research assistants needed: Bird song and plumage analysis Message-ID: <480E5751.3080800@lifesci.ucsb.edu> Several volunteer positions are now open to undergraduate students interested in gaining research experience. The research addresses reproductive strategies of male birds. Starting immediately, I am in need of several motivated and detail-oriented students to assist in the analysis of plumage patterns from digital images of birds and in the transcription of singing behavior by male birds from audio recordings. You will be trained to do the work, but a basic understanding of computers and using Microsoft Excel is required. A minimum commitment of 5 hours per week is required, but you can make your own hours. If you are interested in helping out, please reply to Michael Kuehn (avian27 at yahoo.com) and indicate (1) when you can begin, (2) the number of hours you can work in the lab per week, (3) whether you will stay at UCSB over the summer and could help then, and (4) whether you have any research experience at UCSB (with or for whom did you work?). Please include a CV/resume if you have one. Thank you, Michael Kuehn -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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This position will require regular comment on water quality permits, stormwater programs and pollution controls, wastewater issues, and Total Maximum Daily Loads (TMDLs), and represent Heal the Bay at public meetings and stakeholder groups. Must be motivated, articulate and a strong problem solver. Heal the Bay offers a casual work environment and collegial atmosphere. Functions Include: Work on science and policy projects or programs both as an individual and as part of a team; Track specific science and policy issues at regional and state levels and ensure that deadlines are met for public comments and other products; Analyze and provide written comments on technical and policy issues related to water quality; Represent Heal the Bay's positions at public meetings, hearings and other forums; Work closely with other HTB staff on inter-departmental projects and programs; Manage project grants; Create and maintain relationships with government staff, advocacy groups, scientific researchers and other environmental stakeholders; Participate in weekly Science and Policy department meetings. Experience and Skills Required: Passion for Heal the Bay's mission; Strong technical background in environmental or related sciences, advanced degree preferred; Water quality engineers, chemists and biologists encouraged to apply. Broad understanding of science, regulatory and policy issues relating to water quality and coastal resources, including the Clean Water Act, Porter Cologne Act, CZMA, Coastal Act, CEQA and NEPA; Excellent written and oral communication skills; Strong grasp of water quality protection and watershed management and restoration needs in the urban watershed context; Ability to work under pressure and deadlines and to be a team player; Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills; Ability to work independently and cooperatively with colleagues; Ability to work on multiple projects and meet deadlines; Occasional evening and weekend work on Heal the Bay education/environmental programs is required; Must love the ocean. Application Information Salary of $40-45,000 based on experience, with full benefits. Please send a cover letter and resume by May 23, 2008 to: Executive Assistant, Heal the Bay, 1444 9th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90401; or submit online at www.healthebay.org/jobs. Heal the Bay is an equal opportunity employer and actively recruits to promote diversity in our workforce. Kirsten James Water Quality Director Heal the Bay 310.451.1500, ext. 162 -- ------------------------------------------------------------------- PhD candidate Department of Ecology, Evolution and Marine Biology University of California Santa Barbara, CA 93106 arkema at lifesci.ucsb.edu -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Work with Children?s Programs Manager, other lead instructors, and assistant instructors ? Interface with parents during check-in and checkout periods ? Maintain appropriate control of class during sessions ? Supervise the assistant instructors during sessions ? Supervise, manage, and teach group activities ? Other duties as needed Essential Requirements: ? Experience in leading classroom based informal educational programs or related work ? Strong organizational and leadership skills ? Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) ? Ability to work unsupervised ? Self-motivated and creative ? Dependable, reliable Work Environment: ? Standard educational classroom environment ? Outdoor environment, including creek and trail exploration ? Some hiking ? Lifting, up to 15 lbs. ? Frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, squatting Full-time and part-time temporary positions are available at both the Mission Creek campus of the Museum and the Ty Warner Sea Center. 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URL: http://mentor.lscf.ucsb.edu/pipermail/biology-u-l/attachments/20080428/02368d9e/attachment.html From biology-u-l at mentor.lscf.ucsb.edu Mon Apr 28 14:49:44 2008 From: biology-u-l at mentor.lscf.ucsb.edu (Biology Undergraduate List) Date: Mon, 28 Apr 2008 14:49:44 -0700 Subject: [Biology-U-L] Become a ForestKeeper Summer Intern Message-ID: <48164678.2070509@lifesci.ucsb.edu> *Become a ForestKeeper Summer Intern!* * * *Earn Credits toward your degree!* *Work hands-on protecting the health of the forest!* *Have an experience you will remember for a lifetime!* Sequoia ForestKeeper is seeking three undergraduate students who are seeking a degree in a relevant field (i.e. Forest Ecology, Wildlife Biology, etc.) from California Universities to spend the summer in the Sequoia National Forest performing intensive forest health monitoring. Interns will have the weekends off, and will be offered weekly food allowance, mileage reimbursement, and a stipend of up to $2,000 at the completion of the project. Internship will begin in June and end in August. Exact dates will be determined by students' school schedules. The monitoring will include documenting the health of the forest in areas that have not had any logging or grazing activity compared to areas that have been managed. Interns will collect information about the condition of the forest and report back to Sequoia ForestKeeper with their observations. The findings will be used to determine the differences between managed and unmanaged forests, such as past fire behavior, wildlife use, canopy density (shade), watershed health, and more. This data can be useful to organizations and agencies across the nation, but most particularly in California, where forests are disappearing at an alarming rate due to development and logging. The interns will camp in the forest throughout the summer, moving from one area to another, as they conduct their monitoring projects. Their specific monitoring activities will include: *? Identifying controlled burn projects that went out of control and killed many trees; ? Monitoring wildlife areas for threatened and endangered species; * *? Counting and measuring trees and determining canopy cover in areas that have been clearcut, thinned, and unmanaged; ? Determining from past burned areas whether logged or unlogged areas are more susceptible to wildfire; ? Testing water and soil quality in different parts of the forest, logged and unlogged;* *? And more...* If you are interested in serving as a Sequoia ForestKeeper Summer Intern, please write a letter stating your interest and include your experience with camping, hiking, use of GPS, and other relevant information. Students with knowledge of GIS systems are strongly encouraged to apply, but it is not necessary. *Send your letter by May 5 to valerie at sequoiaforestkeeper.org * Valerie Cassity Programs Director Sequoia ForestKeeper (760) 376-4434 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://mentor.lscf.ucsb.edu/pipermail/biology-u-l/attachments/20080428/4bfeb4b4/attachment.html From biology-u-l at mentor.lscf.ucsb.edu Tue Apr 29 08:49:03 2008 From: biology-u-l at mentor.lscf.ucsb.edu (Biology Undergraduate List) Date: Tue, 29 Apr 2008 08:49:03 -0700 Subject: [Biology-U-L] Unhappy with recent midterm grades and looking for help turning the quarter around? Message-ID: <4817436F.6020702@lifesci.ucsb.edu> Unhappy with recent midterm grades and looking for help turning the quarter around? There's still time to get help if you seek it now. The first place to ask for help is from the Instructor and the TA for the course. They know more about the course than anyone else and can review past exams with you to help you understand where you made errors. They may even be able to suggest how to focus your efforts for the next exam. Make and appointment to meet with them right away as the more time you give it the better the results will be. In addition, other campus resources are available. Here are links to the two offices that offer help with the most common problems: * Stress management (test anxiety) Counseling Services * Studying effectively Campus Learning Assistance Services Student Resources Building (SRB) 3210 Phone: (805) 893-3269 Website: www.clas.ucsb.edu Campus Learning Assistance Services (CLAS) helps students increase their mastery of course material through course-specific tutoring and academic skills development. CLAS provides group tutoring in * Lower-division math, science, and engineering courses * First-year foreign language courses * Many social sciences and humanities courses. CLAS also offers workshops throughout the year on * Note taking * Time management * Effective reading * Exam preparation You can also find assistance with writing assignments or projects in the CLAS Writing Laboratory -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://mentor.lscf.ucsb.edu/pipermail/biology-u-l/attachments/20080429/47dba603/attachment.html -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: clip_image001.gif Type: image/gif Size: 73 bytes Desc: not available Url : http://mentor.lscf.ucsb.edu/pipermail/biology-u-l/attachments/20080429/47dba603/attachment.gif From biology-u-l at mentor.lscf.ucsb.edu Tue Apr 29 11:22:00 2008 From: biology-u-l at mentor.lscf.ucsb.edu (Biology Undergraduate List) Date: Tue, 29 Apr 2008 11:22:00 -0700 Subject: [Biology-U-L] Summer Position at the SB Zoo: Teen Volunteer Program Coordinator In-Reply-To: <20080429110847.osrkn9cd4c4swkow@webaccess.umail.ucsb.edu> References: <20080429110847.osrkn9cd4c4swkow@webaccess.umail.ucsb.edu> Message-ID: <48176748.6020707@lifesci.ucsb.edu> > The Santa Barbara Zoo is looking for a full- time, temporary > coordinator to run the summer portion of their teen science program. > This position would start in May and run through August. Work could be > part-time until the end of the school, if needed. > > > You would be working directly with the Museum of Natural History to > help implement the summer intensive T.E.E.N. science program. > > Please visit the TEEN website for more information about the program: > http://www.sbnature.org/education/teen.php > > Please visit the Zoo?s website for more information regarding the > application process: www.sbzoo.org > > > Teen Volunteer Program Coordinator (Summer) > > Date Posted: 4/7/2008 > > Schedule: May through August 2008 > > Description: Are you a high energy, innovative educator with strong > interest in youth development? Under the general direction of the > Director of Education, the Teen Volunteer Program Coordinator promotes > the Zoo and its mission through Teen Volunteer Program development, > coordination and evaluation. > > Requirements: Qualified applicant must have a B.A., B.F.A., or B.S. > life sciences, education or equivalent experience. Minimum of 6 months > experience working with teens in a recreational or educational > setting, in a supervisory position. Excellent organizational, > communications and people skills necessary. First Aid and CPR > certification required.TB tests and Tetanus vaccinations as necessary. > Valid California drivers license with excellent driving record. > > Compensation: $14.00/hr > From biology-u-l at mentor.lscf.ucsb.edu Tue Apr 29 11:26:31 2008 From: biology-u-l at mentor.lscf.ucsb.edu (Biology Undergraduate List) Date: Tue, 29 Apr 2008 11:26:31 -0700 Subject: [Biology-U-L] Bio advising office hours for Wed, Thurs and Fri this week Message-ID: <48176857.1010200@lifesci.ucsb.edu> Both Andrew and Pam will be away from the office on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday this week but the Peer advisors will be available (LSB 3320)in the afternoons to help with schedule planning and to answer general questions. Peer hours will be: * Wednesday, Apr 30, 1-3 pm * Thursday, May 1, 1-4 pm * Friday, May 2, 1-4 pm thanks Bio Advising -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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