Nelson Institute for Environmental Studies, University of Wisconsin-Madison

Are you ready to take on real-world challenges and connect your unique background to a meaningful career path? Join us on Thursday, Oct. 17 at noon CT for a virtual discussion and Q & A with Nathan Schulfer, Nelson Institute director of international and professional programs. We will explore the latest trends and needs in the conservation sector, and discover how the master of science programs in environmental conservation and environmental observation and informatics from the Nelson Institute are addressing these challenges. ➡ Register in advance (drop-ins welcome): https://lnkd.in/g_XYZ5Ua Why consider a professional MS from the Nelson Institute at the University of Wisconsin-Madison? 💼 Professional growth opportunities: Tailored coursework that bridges leadership with environmental conservation, equipping you with the training and tools needed for a successful professional career. 🌍 Real-world application: Dive into your professional goals and connect with an organization for a final summer project where you’ll have a chance to apply your experience and learned skills outside of the classroom ⏩ Accelerated: 15-month, 32-credit curriculum, focus on furthering practical skills and professional growth without the need for a research thesis or lengthy timeline. Learn and grow alongside a diverse group of peers in a cohort-based model with strong connections with program staff, instructors, and faculty Learn more about our programs at https://lnkd.in/gwCKScSF  Priority application deadline: December 1, 2024

We're #hiring for an Assistant/Associate/Full Professor for Sustainable Land Use, Conservation & Justice at the Nelson Institute for Environmental Studies! We are seeking a candidate that will contribute to our program's commitment to advancing environmental stewardship and social justice through a focus on environmental and racial justice, decolonizing relationships with Native communities, and diversifying the constituency for environmental issues and action. Substantive areas of research may include topics such as: deforestation, reforestation, and forest transition; land-sharing agro-ecologies; ecosystem degradation and restoration; biodiversity protection; or watershed management   Join the Nelson Institute faculty and be a part of the #RISEEARTH initiative. For full consideration, apply by December 9, 2024. Apply today or share with anyone who may be interested!: https://lnkd.in/gHkDHY2r Visit to learn more about RISE-EARTH: https://lnkd.in/gh_5Qgwr #Sustainability #TenureTrackJobs #HigherEdJobs #EnvironmentalScience #Conservation #PoliticalEcology

We're #hiring for an Assistant/Associate/Full Professor for Sustainable Land Systems at the Nelson Institute for Environmental Studies! We are seeking a candidate that will contribute to our program's focus on achieving sustainability through environmental monitoring, data-driven research, community engagement, technological innovation, and policy outreach. Topical areas of research may include: deforestation/reforestation; land use transition; grassland management; agro-ecological systems; ecosystem restoration; or watershed management.   Join the Nelson Institute faculty and be a part of the #RISEEARTH initiative. For full consideration, apply by December 9, 2024. Apply today or share with anyone who may be interested!: https://lnkd.in/gaAxksRC Visit to learn more about RISE-EARTH: https://lnkd.in/gh_5Qgwr #Sustainability #TenureTrackJobs #HigherEdJobs #EnvironmentalScience

It’s Friday night in Washington, DC’s Anacostia neighborhood. Laura J. Miller is outside washing her car as a neighbor stops by the yard to borrow a few hand tools. Folks stop by to chat and extend cookout invitations. Everything you need is “just around the corner,” from your library to your grandma’s house. But the neighborhood has changed since Miller was young. Solar panels have appeared on rooftops. The river has gotten cleaner. Residents East of the River have full-service restaurants to enjoy. These are the changes that can happen when the government and the people work together. Working directly for her neighbors is what Miller does today as a program analyst with the Department of Energy & Environment (DOEE). Read more about Miller, a 2024 Rising Star Alumni Award recipient. https://lnkd.in/gz9baBq7

The full schedule is now up for the Center for Ecology and the Environment's Fall Symposium! Register today to hear from keynote speaker Shane Campbell-Staton, as well as University of Wisconsin-Madison faculty members Leslie Holland, PhD; Kasey Keeler; Robert Johnson; and Steven Hall. https://lnkd.in/gnz3iugM UW–Madison College of Agricultural and Life Sciences UW-Madison College of Letters & Science

We are #hiring for a new Lecturer to teach various courses in Sustainability. The Sustainability Lecturer will be a key team member of the Nelson Institute for Environmental Studies and the UW Madison Office of Sustainability. Courses may include 1) Life Cycle Assessment 2) Carbon Accounting, and 3) Community Service in Sustainability. The application is open until October 17, 2024. Apply today or share with anyone who may be interested! https://lnkd.in/g9vnBH6z

“This is a place I belong.” That’s how Gloria Castillo Posada felt as a girl growing up in Bogotá, Colombia. Exploring nature in the shadows of the Andes, she felt a sense of responsibility for supporting and maintaining the vast diversity of her country. It was the richness of her country and her identity that showed her how important communities are in working towards a sustainable future. Now in her current role, Castillo Posada helps Madison Gas and Electric bring enthusiasm for a clean energy future to Madison’s diverse communities. Read more about Castillo Posada, a 2024 Rising Star Alumni Award winner: https://lnkd.in/geJUYmvv “Este es un lugar al que realmente pertenezco”. Así se sentía Gloria Castillo Posada durante su infancia en Bogotá, Colombia. Al explorar la naturaleza bajo la sombra de los Andes, Castillo Posada asumió la responsabilidad de preservar y promover la rica diversidad de su país. Fue a través de ese entorno y de su identidad que comprendió el papel vital de las comunidades en el avance hacia un futuro sostenible. Ahora, en su puesto actual en Madison Gas & Electric, Castillo Posada lleva el entusiasmo por la promoción de la energía limpia a las diversas comunidades de Madison. Lee este articulo en español: https://lnkd.in/gHdyEvSS

A huge thank you to our Nelson Institute for Environmental Studies, University of Wisconsin-Madison alum, Beca Borkowski executive director of the Wisconsin Association for Environmental Education (WAEE), for talking to a full house of students today about careers in environmental education!

Naomi Louchouarn, PhD never wanted to work with water. In fact, during her master’s coursework in California where “every project was focused on either the ocean or the lack of water,” she says, “I was actively fighting working on anything water related.” But her passion for animals led to curiosities about the connections between animals, humans, and the land, which is where she ultimately found her niche as a “translator” between science and unique perspectives and knowledge systems. It’s a set of skills that she now puts to use in her role as a river restoration project manager for the Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians. Read more about Louchouarn, a 2024 Rising Star Alumni Award winner. https://lnkd.in/gGV4Kvs5

Are you passionate about environmental conservation and technology? Deepen your impact and expand your leadership skills through our professional master of science named option in environmental observation and informatics. Our 15-month program is designed to provide you with cutting-edge skills and knowledge, including advanced geospatial data analysis and remote sensing technology, while allowing you to delve deeper into the areas you care about most. Take the first step in furthering your environmental future and learn more today! https://lnkd.in/gwCKScSF