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GEOLOGY DEPARTMENT NEWS FOR MAJORS
Volume 32, Number 8
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**IMPORTANT DATES TO NOTE**
SAT., DEC. 13 – GRADUATION
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CONGRATULATIONS AND BEST OF LUCK TO OUR GRADUATES THIS WEEKEND! YOU WILL BE MISSED!
Allison Booth
Amanda Doherty
Jacob Gehrz
Andrew Larsen
Quin Lenz
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DEPARTMENT OF GEOLOGY - LAB TEACHING ASSISTANTS, TUTORS AND BUILDING MONITORS - SPRING 2015 –
NEED A FEW MORE!
The Geology Department is now accepting applications for the spring 2015 semester for the following positions:
Laboratory Teaching Assistants (T/As) for:
Physical Geology
Environmental Geology
Evolution of the Earth
Lithology
Tutors (Mon. 5:30-7:30PM, Tues. 5:30-7:30PM, Wed. 5:30-7:30PM)
Building Monitors (Saturdays and Sundays from 1:00PM – 3PM) for the spring 2015 semester.
Even if you are currently employed in the department you need to complete an application as your interests and availability
will change next semester.
The requirements for qualification as a T.A./Tutor are:
A) The student must be a major or a minor in the discipline to serve as a proctor in the Department's program.
B) The student must have completed at least 60 university credits with an accumulated GPA of at least 2.80. In addition, the
student must have completed at least 15 credits (including core courses where applicable) toward his/her major or minor and
must have at least a 3.00 grade point average in the courses offered by the major or minor department.
C) The student must have already completed the course for which he or she will proctor with at least a B grade. Alternatively,
the student must have completed a higher level course covering the course material with at least a B grade.
D) Student must be able to TA and tutor all introductory geology courses: Physical Geology, Evolution of the Earth, and
Environmental Geology. This means that as a TA or tutor, you will be prepared to answer questions or at least to know
where to find answers in the text book or lab manual.
PICK UP APPLICATIONS FROM JANE IN THE GEOLOGY DEPARTMENT OFFICE, HARRINGTON 215. PLEASE
RETURN COMPLETED APPLICATIONS TO JANE BY DECEMBER 15, 2014.
NOTE: Students should visit the Financial Aid Office ASAP to find out if they are eligible for Work-Study. They are accepting
applications NOW.
Funds are distributed to those who are eligible on a first come, first served basis. Students are encouraged to apply for
Work-Study, as this will enable the Department to hire more students. Thank you!
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U.S. DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY MICKEY LELAND ENERGY FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM (MLEF)
The Mickey Leland Energy Fellowship (MLEF) Program provides students with an opportunity to gain and develop research
skills with the Department of Energy’s Office of Fossil Energy for 10 weeks over the summer. For 20 years, this program has
increased awareness of DOE research opportunities to students pursuing STEM degrees (science, technology, engineering
and math). The goal of the program is to improve opportunities for women and minority students in these fields, however all
eligible candidates are encouraged to apply. Stipends start at $600 per week and eligible Fellows will receive an additional
travel and housing allowance. For more information, visit http://orise.orau.gov/mlef/.
Eligibility
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Be at least 18 years of age at time of application;
Be a U.S. Citizen;
Have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0;
Be currently enrolled full-time in an accredited college or university (sophomore year or higher) or had a Ph.D.
conferred on or after January 2, 2014 in a science, technology, engineering or mathematics (STEM) degree
Application closes Friday, January 2, 2015 – click http://orise.orau.gov/mlef/ to get started NOW!
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JOB OPPORTUNITY
Klondex Mines is currently recruiting for a Chief Geologist and two Senior/Project Geologists for our Nevada Underground
Operations – Midas and Fire Creek. Below is a summary of the positions:
Chief Geologist – Leads and directs all underground and surface geology activities. Supervises and mentors personnel
involved in the design and execution of the exploration, development and mine geology programs. Bachelor Degree in
Geology or Geological Engineering and a minimum of 10 years of experience in the mining industry required.
Geologist - Proficient in all aspects of the mine geology work required to safely and efficiently mine, narrow, fissure vein,
gold and silver deposits. Responsibilities include daily underground ore control, geologic and geo-technical core logging,
design and execution of underground drilling programs, and geologic mapping and modeling in Vulcan. Bachelor Degree in
Geology or related field and a minimum of 3 years of experience in underground mining required.
Interested geologists can send their resumes to careers@klondexmines.com or kkranovich@klondexmines.com.
http://www.klondexmines.com/
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STAFF SCIENTIST POSITION AVAILABLE – STILL ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS!
BBJ Group - Environmental Engineering & Consulting Firm
Location: Chicago, IL
BBJ GROUP, LLC (BBJ) is a national environmental consulting firm committed to helping clients create value and mitigate
loss in their management of environmental obligations and opportunities. The firm is organized in five practices areas: (1)
Remediation and Site Restoration, (2) Real Estate and Transaction Support, (3) Regulatory Compliance, (4) Risk and
Liability Management, and (5) Ecosystem Services and Sustainability. These practices blend traditional and market-leading
consulting services, allowing BBJ to address emerging environmental opportunities and challenges in the public and private
sectors.
BBJ offers competitive compensation and benefits, and is searching for creative, technically proficient professionals to join
our team.
Job Description: BBJ is seeking a Staff Scientist for our Chicago, Illinois location. Successful candidates will be required to
provide support for a variety of environmental and engineering consulting projects including:
•Phase I and II Environmental Site Assessments
•RCRA and CERCLA Site Investigation and Remediation
•UST/LUST investigation and closure
•NEPA Evaluations
•Compliance Audits
•Health and Safety Audits
•Geotechnical Investigations
•General environmental consulting technical support
Requirements:
•Bachelor’s Degree in geology, engineering, or chemistry preferred; strong science core a must.
•Up to 3 years of experience in environmental consulting or related field
•Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Professional suite of applications
•Strong writing and interpersonal skills
•Strong organizational and time management skills
•Flexibility to accommodate travel
•Autocad experience and OSHA HAZWOPER training a plus
•Ability to multitask
BBJ is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we value workplace diversity. We invite resumes from all interested and qualified
parties.
http://www.bbjgroup.com/index.aspx
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JOHN AND PAT KERRIGAN SCHOLARSHIP
Award amount: $1,000; 12 awards
Deadline: 2/10/2015
1. Applicants must be full-time undergraduate students.
2. Applicants must have earned at least 24 and no more than 45 credits at the time of application. (This includes all
college-level credits: CLEP, CAPP, retro, transfer, etc.) Do not count fall 2014 credits.
3. At least 24 of the credits must have been earned in residence at UW Oshkosh.
4. Applicants must have a cumulative grade point average of at least 3.25.
5. Applicants must demonstrate involvement and leadership in campus or community activities.
https://drive.google.com/a/uwosh.edu/file/d/0B0BKR1ebsgjcZHBoc1NvdXRCMFE/view
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AMERICAN MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY – MASTER OF ARTS IN TEACHING
The Museum is pleased to offer an innovative Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) program that leverages its unique scientific
resources and long history of leadership in teacher education and professional development. Funded in part by the New
York State Department of Education and the National Science Foundation, this 15-month program addresses a critical
shortage of qualified science teachers in New York State, particularly in high-needs schools with diverse populations. The
MAT program is a partnership with four schools in New York City and Yonkers. Developed and delivered in the context of a
natural history museum, the program integrates academic theory and learning with application in a school setting, with a
specialization in Earth Science for grades 7-12.
See more at: amnh.org/mat
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REGISTER TO TAKE THE ASBOG FUNDAMENTALS OF GEOLOGY EXAMINATION
In order to become a licensed professional geologist, most states have an application process that includes taking two,
nationally normed examinations administered by the National Association of Boards of Geology (ASBOG). Graduating
seniors should take the first of these exams, Fundamentals of Geology, in March, 2015. To register for taking the exam, you
need to complete the application that can be found at this web page:
http://dsps.wi.gov/Licenses-Permits/Geologist/GEOforms.
The registration deadline is January 1, 2015. Information about the exam is found on ASBOG's web page:
http://www.asbog.org/.
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UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH GRANTS
The Department of Geology is pleased to announce its annual competition for undergraduate research grants. These funds
are available thanks to the C.W. Fetter Endowed Research Fund, established through gifts from Dr. Fetter, emeritus faculty
members, alumni, current faculty members, and friends. To qualify for one of these awards, which will average $200 to $600,
a student must have submitted a research grant proposal to one or more of several undergraduate research funding
sources. These grant opportunities were announced earlier in the academic year and include GSA, Sigma Xi, and UW
Oshkosh (see links below for details). The proposal must have been written by the student, not the student’s research
collaborator on the faculty. To be considered for a Geology Research Grant, the student should submit to the Department
Chair a copy of the research proposal that was submitted to one of the above sources along with a cover letter that explains
how much funding has already been received and from what sources. This year’s deadline for submission is March 30,
2015. Proposals will be judged based upon their scientific merit, the proposer’s academic background, and the budget
justification.
FYI: Places to apply for undergraduate research grants:
Geological Society of America (GSA): http://www.geosociety.org/grants/ncgrant.htm#research
Sigma Xi: https://www.sigmaxi.org/programs/grants-in-aid
UW Oshkosh: Undergraduate Student/Faculty Collaborative Research Grants: https://plonedev.uwosh.edu/collab
Undergraduate Student/Faculty Collaborative Research Small Grants: https://plonedev.uwosh.edu/collab
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NASA’S PLANETARY GEOLOGY AND GEOPHYSICS UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH PROGRAM (PGGURP):
SUMMER 2015
The flier is on the table in Harrington 118. Application deadline is February 2, 2015. See more information at:
http://www.acsu.buffalo.edu/~tgregg/pggurp_homepage.html or contact at: PGGURP@buffalo.edu
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INDIANA UNIVERSITY SUMMER FIELD PROGRAMS 2015: JUDSON MEAD GEOLOGIC FIELD STATION
There are several opportunities being offered. See the brochure in the student lounge, H118, or visit the website at
http://www.indiana.edu/~iugfs/ for more information.
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