The Game Day Challenge is a friendly competition between universities nation-wide to reduce, reuse, and recycle as much as possible at one home football game. The Environmental Affairs Committee and Office of Waste Reduction and Recycling have teamed up to enter UNC for the Homecoming Game on Saturday! We need volunteers at all of the Kenan Stadium Gates as people enter and exit the game, and on the concourse throughout. Volunteers will be wearing UNC Recycles shirts, monitoring recycle bins, potentially holding signs and just encouraging everyone to recycle (and making sure they recycle the right things!).
The game is split up into 2 shifts, the first and second half, and we hope that everyone can be at the gates and around the stadium during half time. They really need some people that want to see a portion of the TONS of waste be diverted on Saturday. If you sign up, you'll receive an e-mail Friday night with more specifics and will meet just before the game or during half time depending on your shift to make sure everyone knows what to do!
If you want to be a part of the Challenge, e-mail:
Chelsea Woodfin at woodfin@live.unc.edu or
Logan Mauney at lcmauney@live.unc.edu
AND sign up on this document!
Thursday, October 27, 2011
Job- WI
The College of Natural Resources at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point is seeking a faculty member who will serve as the director for the Wisconsin Center for Environmental Education.
Job- CT
The Department of Environmental Earth Science at Eastern Connecticut State University invites applications for a tenure-track position as the endowed chair in sustainable energy studies.
Job- WA
The University of Puget Sound invites applications for an environmental policy faculty appointment in its conservation biology program.
Job- IL
DePaul University (IL) seeks a professor in the Department of Environmental Science and Studies.
Job- CT
The University of Connecticut seeks a program coordinator to coordinate day-to-day administrative activities and provide support for the EcoHouse Learning Community.
Job- PA
The Green Cities Corps, a 10-month sustainability fellowship program based in Pittsburgh, Pa. that includes hands-on training in local sustainability issues and solutions, is recruiting for several fellowships starting February 2012.
Carolina in the News
Check out the recent media mention of sustainability-related programs, practices, and people at UNC:
Conservation Calibration
Business Officer Magazine
In its inaugural National Building Competition in 2010, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recognized Morrison Residence Hall for achieving the greatest overall percentage of energy reduction of any building entered in the competition. The 10-story, 218,000-square-foot building, located on the University of Carolina at Chapel Hill (UNC) campus, was constructed in 1965 and renovated in 2007. (Carolyn Elfland is associate vice chancellor for campus services and Chris Martin is director of energy management at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.)
Celebrating Nutrition on America's "Food Day"
The Huffington Post
...But promoting safe, healthy and affordable food is only one aim of Food Day, which is sponsored by the Center for Science in the Public Interest, a nonprofit watchdog group that fights for food labeling, better nutrition, and safer food. ...Events are being planned at the University of Vermont, University of Pennsylvania, University of Minnesota, University of North Carolina, New York University, Stanford, Yale, and Harvard School of Public Health, among others.
5 goals define Food Day
The News and Observer
Who couldn't get behind a national celebration of food, even if the idea behind the event is to change the way we eat? As I explained last week, Food Day, scheduled for Monday, will be celebrated in Raleigh at the Legislative Building. The plan is for this to become an annual event aimed at getting Americans to improve their diets and support healthy, affordable food grown in a sustainable way. (Suzanne Havala Hobbs is a registered dietitian and a clinical associate professor in the department of health policy and administration in the Gillings School of Global Public Health at UNC-Chapel Hill.)
Thanks to UNC News Services for finding this great story AND compiling the summary! You can find more UNC media coverage and stories online at http://uncnews.unc.edu/.
Wednesday, October 26, 2011
Making Energy Work 2011: Celebrating North Carolina's Success in the Clean Energy Economy
Register now for NC Sustainable Energy Association’s annual “Making Energy Work” conference on Wednesday, Nov. 9 at the Raleigh Convention Center. North Carolina’s leading clean energy conference delivers unparalleled educational content, stimulating discussions, and great networking opportunities for a wide variety of attendees involving everyone in our state’s rapidly-developing clean energy economy. There is value for everyone, from the novice to industry experts to policymakers. Hear lessons of success and discuss where sustainable energy goes from here. Plus, attend the networking reception at the end to help solidify connections made during the day. Register today!
Job- CO
Colorado State is hiring a Campus Energy Coordinator. This position works with Facilities staff to help implement and administer energy & water conservation programs in campus buildings.
Friday, October 14, 2011
Tip of the Week
Shower power! A full bathtub requires about 70 gallons of water, but taking a five-minute shower saves water by using 10 to 25 gallons. Put a little timer or clock near your shower so you can see how fast you are. Tip provided by http://www.epa.gov/earthday/tips.htm#water.
Job- USA
The Cooperative Food Empowerment Directive (CoFed) invites applications for regional organizers and lead trainers. Applications are due October 16, 2011.
Job- VA
The University of Virginia is seeking an energy engineer to provide consistent, cost-effective, efficient, reliable and environmentally-sound reviews of existing and planned campus facilities.
Job- OH
Oberlin College invites applications for a research fellowship in assessment of environmental attitudes and behavior transformation. Applications due November 1, 2011.
Chapel Hill Farmers' Market Craft Fair Accepting Applications
Chapel Hill Farmers' Market is now accepting applications for our Craft Fair on December 3, 2011.
Application are being accepted in all craft categories (no baked goods) for local crafters who produce their craft within the 60 mile radius of Hillsborough, NC (reselling is NOT allowed). The craft fair will be on December 3rd, 2011.
We are accepting applications until (received by) November 14th, 2011. Please check out our website for more information! (I previously misspelled it!) www.thechapelhillfarmersmarket.com. Click on "Vendors and Artisans", the "vendors" and follow the tab for "craft fair". Any questions may be directed to the Market Manger, Lindsay Smith at farmersoforange@gmail.com.
Thursday, October 13, 2011
Job- MN
Concordia College is seeking a full-time sustainability coordinator to provide broad institutional leadership for the college's efforts in achieving greater environmental sustainability. The initial screening of applications will begin Oct. 31, 2011.
Job- CA
The University of California, Berkeley's Department of Architecture and the Environmental Energy Technologies Division are seeking a faculty member to shape the department's sustainability, energy and environment program. Applications should be submitted by Nov. 15, 2011.
Job- CT
The School of Forestry and Environmental Studies at Yale University seeks an open-rank, tenure-track position for a natural resource, environmental or ecological economist. The review of applications will begin December 2, 2011.
Job- TX
The University of North Texas seeks a senior diversity specialist to provide guidance, expertise and training regarding applicable laws, policies, procedures and best practices that pertain to equity and diversity.
Job- IL
The University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign seeks an associate director for the Illinois Sustainable Technology Center. Applications will be accepted through Oct. 7, 2011.
Carolina in the News
Check out the recent media mention of sustainability-related programs, practices, and people at UNC:
Botanical Garden presents sculpture awards
The Chapel Hill News
Awards were presented to North Carolina artists whose work appears in the 23rd annual fall sculpture exhibition at the North Carolina Botanical Garden. ...Honorary chairpersons for this year's exhibition were Lex and Ann Alexander of Chapel Hill. The 53 sculptures remain on display through Nov. 19.
We're making progress in our diet and health
The News and Observer (Raleigh)
It's good to reflect from time to time on the progress we've made in matters of diet and health. The big world of food and nutrition is a challenging mix of pleasure and puzzle. Like me, you probably love to eat but have to work at understanding how your choices affect your health, as well as the environment and animal welfare. (Suzanne Havala Hobbs is a registered dietitian and a clinical associate professor in the department of health policy and administration in the Gillings School of Global Public Health at UNC-Chapel Hill.)
Coral reef preservation has a long history
The Los Angeles Times
...Humans may have been damaging coral reefs for centuries, said John Bruno, a marine ecologist at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill who was not involved in the study. But, he added, "these reefs are still resilient and able to recover from significant disturbances … certainly, a kernel of good news for reef managers."
Three Triad universities named America's "Coolest Schools"
The Business Journal
Three Triad universities have been rewarded for "going green" by Sierra magazine, a publication of the Sierra Club. ... Four other colleges in North Carolina made the cut including Warren Wilson College (4), Appalachian State University (12), UNC Chapel Hill (39) and Duke University (60).
For 33 years, marine scholar has kept his eyes on storms
The News and Observer (Raleigh)
Hurricane Irene left behind more than soaked furniture and buzzing mosquitoes. For Hans Paerl, such large storms also bring new information about the coastal waterways he has studied for decades: how they work, how they can change over time and maybe how to keep them healthy. "It's an amazing event, and it leads to interesting science," says Paerl, who runs a lab at the UNC-Chapel Hill Institute for Marine Sciences in Morehead City. "We don't like hurricanes, but when they happen, we go into overdrive."
Students walk to, or near, school
The Herald (Rock Hill, S.C.)
It's too dangerous for all of Mount Holly Elementary's students to walk along busy rural roads to school. But that didn't stop them from taking part in International Walk to School Day, an annual event to bring attention to the health and environmental benefits of walking and to promote safe paths to schools. ...Orchard Park Elementary in Fort Mill also took part in Walk to School Day, which is promoted by the National Center for Safe Routes to School at the University of North Carolina Highway Safety Research Center.
Thanks to UNC News Services for finding this great story AND compiling the summary! You can find more UNC media coverage and stories online at http://uncnews.unc.edu/.
Climate Scientist to give talks Oct. 27, 29
A scientist who specializes in “climate fingerprint” studies — seeking to understand the nature and causes of climate change — will give two free talks Oct. 27 and 28 at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
Sunday, October 2, 2011
Carolina in the News
Check out the recent media mention of sustainability-related programs, practices, and people at UNC:
Lessons from China’s cities
The Houston Chronicle
... "The speed and scale of China’s urban revolution challenges nearly all our expectations about architecture, urbanism and city planning. China’s ambition to be a major player on the global stage is written on the skylines of every major city,” says Dr. Campanella in his book.
Truth and Nonsense About Mortgage Lending, the Housing Collapse and Homeownership
The Huffington Post
... Written by a trio of researchers from the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill, Regaining the Dream focuses on a study of a North Carolina-based project known as the Community Advantage Program (CAP), aimed at promoting sustainable lending to low and moderate-income communities.
Why the Triangle needs a plan (Opinion-Editorial Column)
The News and Observer (Raleigh)
Compared with other metro areas, the Research Triangle is relatively young. This provides us the opportunity to avoid many development-related problems experienced elsewhere. The big question is: Will we grab this opportunity while it is still available, or will we allow the Triangle to develop the way of Atlanta (or pick any other highly car-dependent, sprawling, polluted, congested metro area)?
William M. Rohe is the Cary C. Boshamer professor of city and regional planning and director of the Center for Urban and Regional Studies at UNC-Chapel Hill. He is the author of a new book called "The Research Triangle: From Tobacco Road to Global Prominence."
Forum focuses on the economy and environment
The Chapel Hill News
... How the town might sustain businesses and bring new ones in was another focus. Tapping into new student innovation at UNC is a key to spurring new business and nonprofit growth, said Lee Storrow, a council candidate.
UNC BOT Selects Possible Designers For Carolina North Research Building
WCHL 1360-AM (Chapel Hill)
UNC’s Board of Trustees is one step closer to selecting a designer firm for the first building at Carolina North. “This is an exciting facility,” says Associate Vice Chancellor for Facilities Planning and Construction Bruce Runbe. “It’s the research facility at Carolina North, and it will span 225,000 square feet. It’s a building to bring various research related units together.”
Partnership offering grants
The Herald-Sun (Durham)
An initiative that promotes collaborative academic projects developed by students from Duke University and UNC Chapel Hill is accepting applications for $5,000 grants. The Kenan-Biddle Partnership, launched in 2010, is funded by the William R. Kenan, Jr. Charitable Trust and the Mary Duke Biddle Foundation.
Reforming the Carnivores
Inside Higher Ed
...In trying to get grass-fed beef into the dining halls at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, the student group Fair Local Organic (FLO) realized just how difficult it is to find such a product. North Carolina contracts with the food service provider Aramark, which has a number of safety, equipment and process regulations that producers must meet in order to supply for the company. But those regulations often aren’t feasible for the smaller producers that raise their animals humanely, students said.
Thanks to UNC News Services for finding this great story AND compiling the summary! You can find more UNC media coverage and stories online at http://uncnews.unc.edu/.
Volunteer- UNC
The Environmental Capstone Program, in conjunction with the Orange County Department of Solid Waste Management, is recruiting student volunteers to serve as UNC Recycling Ambassadors.
Job- FL
Florida Gulf Coast University invites applications for an assistant professor of interdisciplinary environmental studies.
Job- FL
Florida Gulf Coast University invites applications for an interdisciplinary environmental studies instructor.
Job- NY
Colgate University seeks a tenure-stream assistant professor of peace and conflict studies to begin fall 2012.
Job- NH
The Environmental Studies Program at Dartmouth College seeks an assistant professor in policy, politics and governance.
Job- SC
Clemson University's (SC) Department of Environmental Engineering and Earth Sciences seeks a tenure-track professor of environmental engineering and science.
Job- NH
Dartmouth College is seeking a sustainability program manager to connect operational sustainability with student initiatives and develop strategies for campus campaigns and sustainability communication.
Job- IA
Ambrose University (IA) seeks a director of diversity to lead its diversity and inclusion efforts. The director will work closely with faculty, staff, students and alumni to facilitate, promote and integrate diversity and inclusivity based on recognized good practice in higher education.
Job- IA
Ambrose University (IA) seeks a director of diversity to lead its diversity and inclusion efforts. The director will work closely with faculty, staff, students and alumni to facilitate, promote and integrate diversity and inclusivity based on recognized good practice in higher education.
Job- PA
Bucknell University's (PA) Environmental Center seeks an executive director to lead and manage its staff and programs.
Kenan-Flagler ranks 9th worldwide in Beyond Grey Pinstripes new report
The “Beyond Grey Pinstripes” ranking has recognized UNC Kenan-Flagler as No. 9 globally for integrating social, ethical and environmental stewardship into their MBA Program. This ranking is public recognition of the important work of the Center for Sustainable Enterprise (CSE), which is integral to the work of the School, and recognizes our leadership in the practice and teaching of sustainability.
“Beyond Grey Pinstripes” is a biennial business school survey that is managed by the Aspen Institute’s Center for Business Education. Results are published every other year, and UNC Kenan-Flagler was ranked No. 14 in 2009. Competition was significantly greater than in 2008-09, according to the Aspen Institute, which evaluated data submitted by 149 schools in 22 countries; 142 MBA programs were eligible for inclusion.
Research Experiences for Undergraduates
Warm-water Aquatic Ecology
Auburn University, Auburn, Alabama, USA
Summer 2012: May 20 to July 29
We are excited to invite applications from undergraduate students to participate in a National Science Foundation supported summer Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) program focused on the
ecology of southeastern ponds, rivers, reservoirs, and estuaries. Ten undergraduate students will work closely with Auburn University faculty (Fisheries, Biology, and Forestry) to explore aquatic ecosystems, complete a student-driven research project, and share their research findings in a symposium at the conclusion of the
program. Participants will work closely with our mentors to develop projects on a variety of disciplines, including community ecology, limnology, evolution, fisheries management, population modeling, conservation, molecular biology, and microbiology. The program will run from May 20 to July 29, 2012 (10 weeks). To stay up-to-date
with the 2012 selection process and to learn about last summer's program, check us out on Facebook.
International water experts gather at UNC
Everyone needs clean, fresh water to survive, but across the globe, hundreds of millions of people do not have this basic necessity. For others, access is threatened by aging infrastructure, politics and climate change. To tackle these problems, hundreds of the world’s leading water, sanitation and hygiene experts will come together Oct. 3-7 as the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill hosts its annual conference, “Water and Health: Where Science Meets Policy.”
Policy Advisor coming to UNC on October 3rd
Ibrahim Abdul-Matin, mayor Michael Bloomberg’s Policy Advisor of Long Term Planning and Sustainability and an interfaith leader for Environmental Justice, is coming to UNC on October 3rd to speak about his recent book, "Green Deen: What Islam Teaches About Protecting the Planet". It will be followed by a Q/A session. The event will take place at 6:00 pm on Monday, October 3rd in the Nelson Mandela Auditorium of FedEx Global Education Center (door opens at 5:30 pm) followed by a book signing.
The event is co-sponsored by UNC Muslim Students Association, UNC Diversity and Multicultural Affairs, UNC Gillings School of Global Public Health, Duke-UNC Consortium for Middle East Studies and UNC Renewable Energy Special Projects Committee (RESPC).
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