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WORKSHOP: 2026 Carbon Removal in Washington State & Beyond

From the Burke Center for Entrepreneurship:
Registration is now open for the 2026 Carbon Removal in Washington State and Beyond Workshop on Friday, January 30 from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in the Oak Hall Denny Room.
Hear about problem spaces related to carbon removal, engineered and nature-based pathways to solutions, then participate in ideation sessions on your own solutions. This workshop: Carbon Removal in Washington State and Beyond brings UW students together for an interdisciplinary workshop with corporate and startup leaders to ideate on carbon removal solutions. This event can spark ideas for this year’s Environmental Innovation Challenge!
Solutions include various pathways from forestry to oceanography and geology to regenerative agriculture. They also include hardware, software, and AI; think measuring, monitoring, risk prediction, AI for nature, and applied AI (e.g., geospatial data, data science).

Hear about problem spaces related to carbon removal, engineered and nature-based pathways to solutions, then participate in ideation sessions on your own solutions. Students will also have the chance to participate in a Pitch Challenge at the end of the workshop with the chance to win a prize for Best Pitch!

Pre-registration is required; walk-up registrations will not be accepted on the day of the event. Catered food and beverages provided. Open to current UW undergraduate and graduate students from any major.

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Winter 2026 Course: ASTR 190 Pacific Indigenous Astrophysics

Available Winter 2026 course: ASTR 190 Pacific Indigenous Astrophysics.  This course is open to all students/majors.

Pacific Indigenous Astrophysics (ASTR 190/597) explores how Indigenous peoples of the Pacific navigated thousands of miles of open ocean guided by stars, wind, swells, and marine life. Students learn about the cosmos through both Indigenous and Western lenses while examining the cultural impact of reclaiming traditional practices. The course interweaves Indigenous wisdom with modern astrophysics concepts.
It’s taught by Dr. Brittany Kamai, an Affiliate member of our faculty, an expert in the unique combination of both gravitational wave astrophysics and traditional Pacific Islander voyaging. The course is interactive and project-based and has been one of our most popular offerings in the last two years we’ve offered it.

Details:
• Tuesdays & Thursdays, 4:30–5:50pm
• Hybrid format (in-person weeks 1–2 and 9–10 in PAA 216; Zoom otherwise)
• No prerequisites
• Open to undergraduates and graduates
• Fulfills NSc credit

Contact:
Ricky Chon, Ed.D, Academic Counselor
Department of Astronomy | PAB B366 | UW College of Arts & Sciences
Box 351580 | 3910 15th Ave NE | Seattle, WA 98195
✉ rchon11@uw.edu |☎ (206) 685-7856

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Fire Ecology Tenure Track Faculty Position @ Southern Illinois University

POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT: Assistant Professor of Fire Ecology and Management

School of Forestry and Horticulture – SIU Carbondale

 POSITION: Assistant Professor of Fire Ecology and Management, nine (9) month, tenure track effective August 16, 2026.

 QUALIFICATIONS: Qualified applicants are required to have: 1) Ph.D. in forestry, forest ecology, or other closely related natural-resources field by the effective date of hire. ABD applicants will be considered if all doctoral degree requirements are completed by the time of hire. 2) Demonstrated experience or ability in teaching relevant coursework; 3) Strong communication skills and interest in instruction and advisement of undergraduate and graduate students; 4) Demonstrated ability and strong interest in collaborative research with natural resource research scientists and other natural resource professionals to develop and maintain an active research program.

 PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: 1) In addition to the Ph.D., B.S. in Forestry from an SAF-accredited university. 2) Record of publications in refereed journals and securing of external research grants.

 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The anticipated teaching requirements include: Fire Management, Prescribed Burn Planning, Forest Measurements, and other undergraduate and graduate level coursework. The expected teaching load is two courses in the Fall semester and two courses in the Spring semester. Additionally, involvement in the teaching of our 2-week intersession field course is expected. The incumbent is expected to advise/mentor graduate and undergraduate students and advise the Saluki FireDawgs, where students gain field experience in prescribed burning. The incumbent will be expected to develop an externally-funded research program with relevance to Illinois and the Midwest region and lead an outreach component to assist our citizens, businesses, and agencies understanding of fire management.

 SALARY: Salary is commensurate with professional experience.

 APPLICATION DEADLINE: Screening of applicants will begin January 15, 2026, and continue until the position is filled.

 APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Applicants must submit the following through our online application system: letter of application, current curriculum vitae, statement of teaching accomplishments and philosophy, statement of research interests, unofficial transcripts (official required upon hire), and complete contact information for three professional references.

 FOR QUESTIONS OR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT:

Dr. Eric Holzmueller, Search Chair, School of Forestry and Horticulture

Southern Illinois University Carbondale – Mail Code 4411, Carbondale, IL 62901

618-453-3341  eholzmue@siu.edu

VIEW POSTING: SIU Fire Ecology Asst Prof position description

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Spring at Friday Harbor Labs – Zoobot & Marine Studies Programs!

Interested in an entire quarter of hands-on interdisciplinary learning? Want to spend 10 weeks on San Juan Island immersing yourself in topics surrounding the Salish Sea? Yearning to grow your professional network?

This year, Friday Harbor Labs is hosting an interdisciplinary suite of courses revolving around the natural history, ecology, and indigenous history of the Salish Sea. Students eager to expand their knowledge of the Salish Sea, marine science, and indigenous history in this area are encouraged to learn more and apply to spend Spring quarter 2026 at Friday Harbor Labs! 

 See Course Descriptions for more details on courses offered. Applications are now open and reviewed on a rolling basis. Apply now while spots last!

 Zoology Botany (ZooBot) Program (16-17 credits): 

FHL/BIOL 430: Marine Zoology (5 credits)
FHL 440/BIOL 445: Marine Botany (5 credits)
FHL 470: Research in Marine Biology (6 credits)
(optional) FHL 490: Marine Sciences Seminar (1 credit)

 Spring Marine Studies (SMS) Program (15-16 credits):

FHL 375: Marine Mammals of the Salish Sea (5 credits)
FHL 403: Novel Marine Ecosystems (5 credits)
FHL 420: Marine Ecology of the Salish Sea (5 credits)
FHL 480: Professional Portfolio in Marine Science (5 credits)
HSTAA/AIS 311: Indigenous History and Environment of the Salish Sea (5 credits)
(optional) FHL 490: Marine Sciences Seminar (1 credit)

 Contact Maia Kreis fhlstudents@uw.edu with questions!

 

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Hiring an Undergraduate Assistant in the UW Program on Climate Change Office

Undergraduate Assistant Needed in the UW Program on Climate Change Office!

This position is best suited to someone interested in learning more climate science and in interacting with the UW and affiliated climate community. We are looking for someone who would like to work 4-6 hours a week, and is able to work additional hours supporting events. Student applicants should be available for a minimum of two years and able to start work by March 2026. Start date as early as mid January is possible.

Please visit the Program on Climate Change website to learn about the program.

Candidates should:

  • Have a genuine interest in the program’s focus on connecting departments, faculty, students, and staff around climate related issues and skills

  • Physical climate system

  • Have an interest in climate change opportunities after graduating

  • Have excellent written and oral communication skills, attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to prioritize several competing tasks and projects

  • Exercise good judgment, be open to learning new skills, and meet deadlines

  • Be comfortable with digital software, have significant experience with MS Excel, Word, Powerpoint, Google Docs, Sheets, Canva, and similar

More detail is below. If you are interested in the position and have questions, or want to meet, email Miriam at uwpcc@uw.edu and include “undergraduate assistant” in the subject line.

Additional Detail:

Employer: Program on Climate Change (PCC)

Primary Contact: Miriam Bertram, Assistant Director of the Program on Climate Change

Contact: uwpcc@uw.edu

Position Type: On-Campus Student Employment

Title: Program on Climate Change (PCC) Undergraduate Assistant

Division: College of the Environment – Program on Climate Change (PCC)

Location:  PCC Office in the Ocean Sciences Building (OCN) Room 335A, Box 355351 Seattle, WA 98195

Work Schedule: The first month will be spent learning systems and processes, which will require 2-4 hours per week. By spring quarter 2026 the student should be available to work 4-6 hours/week on 2 non-consecutive weekdays each week with occasional afternoon/evening events. Scheduling is flexible to accommodate class schedule each quarter.

Duties Include:

  • Weekly updates to the PCC website and Trumba event calendar

  • Quarterly updates of the “Quarterly Climate Courses” and “Quarterly Seminars” pages of the PCC website

  • Identifying climate-minor courses and instructors; organizing course information and distributing quarterly emails to advertise the climate minor

  • Identifying climate-related courses and education pathways for a variety of UW students

  • Bi-yearly updates to the “People” section of the PCC website and other sections of the website as needed, using WordPress and/or HTML

  • Creation of PCC participant directory profiles that populate the “People” section.

  • Bi-yearly updates to the Philanthropic Impact, PNW Ambassadors, and Undergraduate Opportunities

  • Assisting with PCC-related events, including the Summer Institute at Friday Harbor in mid-September and the Winter Welcome on campus in the winter quarter

  • Arranging carpool logistics for the PCC Summer Institute

  • Developing digital and printed communications/flyers for events and educational programming

  • Developing and posting news and blogs for the PCC website

  • Editing and uploading news and blog content written by other PCC members

  • Occasionally monitoring mailman listservs and UW PCC email

  • Using WordPress and html

  • Creation and data processing of intake and event-related forms

  • Monthly updates to PCC homepage postings and featured events

  • Manage LinkedIn etc.

Once familiar with the PCC and UW climate research, additional duties may include:

  • Presenting the Climate Science Minor to undergraduate students

  • Assisting the Undergraduate Cohort in logistics, planning, advertising, and broader PCC relations

  • Attending board meetings to stay familiar with PCC activities

This position is expected to renew each year until graduation, with pay increases as assistants take on more roles and learn more skills.

Salary: Starts at $22.65/hr

To Apply: Email three pdf’s: (1) statement of interest (no more than 1 page, state why you would like to work for the PCC-please show that you understand the mission of the PCC and the expected role of the undergraduate assistant) (2) tentative winter schedule with unavailable times blocked out, and (3) resume to Miriam Bertram uwpcc@uw.edu, include “undergrad assistant application” in the subject line.

Application Deadline: December 15, 2025

Questions: Email Miriam Bertram (uwpcc@uw.edu)

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Deadline December 8 for Prototype Funding

Deadline Approaching! Apply for Prototype Funding, Deadline December 8

Prototype funding can spur development and help convey your idea to a broader audience. We have funding available to student teams that are entering the Hollomon Health Innovation Challenge and/or the Environmental Innovation Challenge this year to help with creating a physical model, object, or device. Student teams are invited to apply for funds that can be used to purchase materials/components or rent equipment necessary for demonstrating the team idea. Funds are NOT available to pay team members or consultants or hire short-term workers with high level skills beyond the team’s capacity.  

Funding is open to UW students working in a technical, environmental, medical, consumer, digital, or another field. Awards are typically between $500 and $2,500. Application Deadline: December 8, 12 noon pm

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2025 Alaska Salmon Program Science Symposium

Please join the UW-SAFS’s Alaska Salmon Program for our annual Science Symposium!

Friday, December 5, 2025

2:30 ~ 4:30 pm

Fishery Sciences Building (FSH) – 1122 NE Boat St.

Room 102

This annual symposium showcases the research of the UW School of Aquatic and Fishery Sciences’ Alaska Salmon Program undergraduate and graduate students, post docs, staff, faculty, collaborators and visiting scientists.  Our program focuses on all aspects of the ecology of Pacific salmon in the North Pacific, Bering Sea, and watersheds of Southwest Alaska.  Participants will give brief talks sharing their research in both basic and applied ecology, as well as the biological and socioeconomic management of Alaskan fisheries. A schedule of speakers can be found on our website.  You can always find general program information at alaskasalmonprogram.org

**For undergraduates who may be interested in the FISH 491/497 Aquatic Ecological Research in Alaska (offered even years, next in summer 2026), or upper division undergraduate and graduate students considering FISH 497 Management of Pacific Salmon in Alaska (offered odd years, next in 2027), this is a great opportunity to familiarize yourself with our research program.

Please feel free to come for whatever part of the afternoon you are available.  We hope to see you there!

Jackie Carter

jlcarter@uw.edu

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Stories from Filipino Environmental Defenders

Stories from Filipino Environmental Defenders
IG: instagram.com/p/DRtUZpWkRcK/
RSVP: tinyurl.com/ISMDec4RSVP
When: 6-7:30pm, Thursday December 4th
Where: Savery 264, UW Seattle Campus
Food Provided!
Donate to Typhoon relief: tinyurl.com/nafcondisasterresponse

Join Anakbayan UW, Resist US-Led War Seattle, and Institutional Climate Action UW for an evening of sharing from a recent solidarity mission to the Philippines and from the Asia-Pacific People’s Conference on Climate Imperialism and Militarism in Manila this past October. Participants witnessed the harsh daily realities of climate change impacting communities in the Philippines and across the Global South as well as the incredible resilience of everyday people as they persist in the face of disaster, corruption, and state terror.  We will be sharing food, hearing stories, and discussing how the anti-war and environmental movement can uplift Filipino land and water defenders in their struggle for just peace.

We’ll also be fundraising for the National Alliance for Filipino Concerns (NAFCON). After Typhoon Tino’s deadly trail that claimed 224 lives and left 109 missing across the Visayas and central Philippines, Super Typhoon Uwan has further devastated communities, forcing the evacuation of over a million people and causing widespread flooding that continues to destroy homes and livelihood in many provinces. Please support a people-to-people response to disasters. Join the Bayanihan Disaster Response campaign at tinyurl.com/joinbdrcampaign

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Bioeconomy Career Day Sign Up Live on Handshake

Hello,
The Bioeconomy Career Day events are live on Handshake, for Wednesday 1/14/26.  There are two events listed on Handshake:
 
Intern Panel (New this year) & Company Presentations:
Students are welcome to attend both the intern panel and the company presentations—or join for whichever portion fits their schedule. The intern panel features current BSE(SBSE)/ChemE students sharing firsthand insights from their internships. The company presentations will highlight real-world sustainability initiatives across the bioeconomy, with participating companies including:
Amazon, Harris Group, Inland Empire, James Hardie, Lundberg Jansen, Nippon Dynawave, PCA, Smurfit Westrock, Solenis
Both sessions offer valuable perspectives to help you explore career pathways and opportunities in the field.
Career Fair:
After an informal lunch, you’ll have the chance to meet directly with company representatives to learn about internship/co-op opportunities, full-time roles, and what they look for in students graduating with a SBSE degree. Companies attending the career fair include:
Amazon, AxChem, Georgia Pacific, Harris Group, International Paper, Lundberg Jansen, Nalco, Nippon Dynawave, PCA, Smurfit Westrock, Solenis
This is a great opportunity to ask questions, make connections, and discover potential career paths in the bioeconomy
Please let me know if you have any questions.  Thank you!
Best,
ED

ED DRAPER

Executive Director
Washington Pulp and Paper Foundation