ETE WEEKLY BULLETIN
This newsletter is meant to give you the latest information about your ETE colloquium, academics on campus,
professional development opportunities, and other news and upcoming events of interest. At a minimum, you are
REQUIRED to read the ETE Colloquium Information every week – this area will often contain information that
could affect your course grade. The rest of the bulletin is optional (but hopefully helpful) reading material.
If you have any questions about the content of the bulletin, please look at BOTH the Canvas ETE colloquium
website AND the ETE organization website, THEN contact your instructor if you cannot find the answer you need.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
ETE Colloquium Information ▼ .................................................................................................................................1
Other Courses & Academic Information ▼ ...............................................................................................................1
Courses of Interest ▼ .............................................................................................................................................2
Scholarships, Fellowships & Competitions ► .........................................................................................................2
Professional Development Opportunities ▼ .............................................................................................................2
New Volunteer/Internship/Job Opportunities ▼ ...................................................................................................2
ETE Colloquium Information ▼ ..............................................................................................................................3
Professional Development Resources ► ................................................................................................................3
News & Upcoming Events ▼ .......................................................................................................................................4
Events of Interest ► ...............................................................................................................................................4
Involvement Activities ► .........................................................................................................................................5
ETE COLLOQUIUM INFORMATION ▼
Watch either Carbon Nation or Naked Brand.
We will be discussing Naked Brand at 5pm on Wednesday and Carbon Nation at 6pm on Wednesday, so you need
only come to the class for the video you watched.
Also, don’t forget to do a discussion post on whichever video you watched.
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OTHER COURSES & ACADEMIC INFORMATION ▼
COURSES OF INTEREST ▼
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SCHOLARSHIPS, FELLOWSHIPS & COMPETITIONS ►
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Scholars Co-Curricular Scholarship Deadline: Oct 15
The College Park Scholars Co-Curricular Scholarship provides financial assistance to current and former Scholars
participating in learning activities related to their Scholars curriculum including Study abroad, research and Discovery
projects, student leadership development opportunities, for- credit internships, or service-learning initiatives.
TO QUALIFY
Applicants must be a current or former College Park Scholar, still enrolled at the University of Maryland. In the case of
a former Scholar, eligibility extends to those who have earned their College Park Scholars Citation.
THE APPLICATION Please submit:
o A description of the co-curricular experience for which they are seeking financial support, along with a
brief description of how participation in that experience will deepen their Scholars learning.
o A list of at least one faculty or staff member who can attest to their merit for the award.
o A copy of his or her résumé.
o A copy of his or her unofficial transcript
TO APPLY
Applicants must submit the above referenced materials combined into one PDF form to: Dr. Greig Stewart, Executive
Director, College Park Scholars, 1125 Cumberland Hall, College Park, MD 20742-9331, at gstewart@umd.edu. Full
consideration will be granted to those applications received no later than March 15th for summer- or fall-semester
experiences, or October 15th for winter-term or spring-semester experiences.
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Sustainability Fund Grant
Deadline: November 1, 2013
Applications are now being accepted to the university Sustainability Fund for this academic year. The goal of the Fund
is to provide grants for projects that promote sustainability and positively impact the student experience at
UMD. The Fund will allocate money to projects that increase the use of renewable energy on campus and/or in the
local community, increase the energy efficiency of our facilities, reduce the amount of waste created and material
resources used on campus, encourage sustainable behaviors, and integrate sustainability into teaching, research, and
service. The Fund has approximately $350,000 available this year and is supported by student fees and administered
through a student-majority subcommittee of the University Sustainability Council. Click here to learn more and get
started with your application today.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES ▼
NEW VOLUNTEER/INTERNSHIP/JOB OPPORTUNITIES ▼
*More information about each of these positions can be found on the ETE ELMS Canvas Organization Site under
“Practicum Opportunities.” If you cannot find the position you are looking for on the Canvas site, try doing a
Google search in the meantime. We will do our best to update the site with posting details as promptly as
possible, but remember to be your own advocate!
Deadline
Position
Priority
Oct. 1, 2013
Deadline
Spring Internships for START
The National Consortium for the Study of Terrorism and Responses to Terrorism (START, a DHS Center of
Excellence based at UMD, is currently accepting applications for our Spring internship program.
Opportunities for students majoring in a variety of areas, including Communications, Criminology, GIS,
Nov. 13. 2013
Government, Public Policy and more.
Internships are available on a range of different projects and teams, all conducting exciting policy relevant
research.
Oct. 7, 2013
DOJ Intern - The Natural Resources Section of the U.S. Department of Justice, Environment and
Natural Resources Division
We are seeking a talented, dedicated undergraduate student to assist trial attorneys in our motions-based
and trial practices during Spring 2014 for approximately 10 hours per week. Intern duties may include
reviewing administrative records compiled by agencies in defense of actions brought under NEPA to locate
information supporting legal arguments, reviewing depositions, performing basic legal research, and
drafting internal memoranda. Interns may also have the opportunity to observe court proceedings. The
work will require an organized, motivated individual with strong analytical skills and an attention to detail.
Demonstrated interest in the law, including natural resource and land use issues is a plus. Interested
students should submit by email a resume, unofficial transcript, and a list of references (including at least
one college instructor) to: Joanna Goger, Lecturer, Environmental Science and Policy Program, University of
Maryland, College Park, jgoger@umd.edu. A short cover letter describing your interest is encouraged.
Oct. 10, 2013
Resident Assistant
Students often need more information about the RA position and our Selection Process, so we’ve scheduled
Information Sessions in order to discuss various aspects of both. Current RAs and professional staff
members will be on hand to answer questions following each 45 minute presentation. Attendance at one
of the Information Sessions is required of all applicants.
Oct. 10, 2013
The Environmental Finance Center (EFC) Project Assistants
Students must be able to demonstrate excellent writing and research skills and have some experience in a
natural resource sector such as watershed protection, energy and/or air quality. For additional information
about EFC, please consult our website, http://www.efc.umd.edu. This is an hourly position and it is
expected that the EFC Project Assistant will work 10-20 hours per week throughout the fall 2013 semester
and possibly subsequent semesters. To Apply: Please send a cover letter, resume, and 3 references to Toni
Ames at toniames@umd.edu
Nov. 4, 2013
Undergraduate Internship Opportunity with the Graduate Student Legal Aid Office
Thinking about a legal or client services career? Would you like to earn credit while obtaining direct
experience? If so, click the link above to download the application and learn further information about the
internship.
Nov. 30, 2013
Climate and Energy Climate-compatible Development and Renewable Energy Policy Intern
at The World Watch Institute
Interns will work closely with Institute staff to conduct research and analysis on issues related to lowemissions development strategies, renewable energy policy, and international climate finance, with
particular geographic focus on Latin America and the Caribbean, sub-Saharan Africa, India, Europe,
Southeast Asia, and the United States. Minimum 20-30 hours per week in Washington, DC. To apply or learn
more, log in to your C4T account, then paste the position title in the “Search” box to learn more or apply.
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PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT EVENTS (ONE-TIME) ►
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Terrapin Leadership Institute EVERY Thursday in October, 7-8:30pm Benjamin Banneker Room Stamp
FREE Each week, students learn the practices of effective leadership while gaining confidence to accomplish
extraordinary things. Terrapin Leadership Institute is for any student interested in improving as a leader in any group,
team, or organization. Dinner is provided.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT RESOURCES ►
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Sustainability at The National Academies
We are pleased to present you with Sustainability at the National Academies, a monthly update highlighting activities
related to sustainable development from throughout the National Academies.
The Roundtable on Science and Technology for Sustainability provides a unique forum for sharing views, information,
and analyses related to sustainability. The goal for the Roundtable is to mobilize, encourage, and use scientific
knowledge and technology to help achieve sustainability goals and to support the implementation of sustainability
practices. Through its activities, the Roundtable identifies new ways in which science and technology can contribute
to sustainability. What follows is a brief summary of sustainability-related activities being conducted throughout the
National Academies.
NEWS & UPCOMING EVENTS ▼
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ETE in The Diamondback!
Congratulations, ETE-ers! The trash audit on Monday appeared in The Diamondback. If you haven’t already, take a
look at the article.
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Come see the Public Health Garden
The three-year old Public Health Garden is adding a new rain garden, thanks to expertise from Dr. Allen Davis and funding from
the Sustainability Fund. The rain garden will take in storm water runoff from the surrounding parking areas, filter it though threetiers of gardens, and store the cleaned water in an underground cistern at the bottom of the hill. This garden is originally a 2010
Sustainability Fund project.
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Or the UMD Apiary
This 2013 Sustainability Fund project, started by student Jordan Arata, is preparing to harvest honey this semester. The eleven
hives can be found across campus at the North Campus Diner, 251 North and the Plant Sciences Building. Arata and the
Beekeepers’ Club are preparing the hives for the winter and training new student beekeepers.
EVENTS OF INTEREST ►
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23rd Annual Tour of Solar & Green Homes Friday, October 5th- Saturday, October 6th
The 2013 Metropolitan Washington DC Tour of Solar and Green Homes tour guide is available from local area MOMs
for $5.00 or you can downloaded it free from our website. The guide has features and directions to over 50 solar and
green home in the DC area. The guide is also available at the Greenbelt Coop at 121 Centerway Greenbelt, MD.

Maryland Social Entrepreneurship Corps (Nicaragua) Symposium Thursday, October 10th 7pm
McKeldin 6137
Eleven undergraduate students, led by Dr. Susan White, traveled to Nicaragua during summer 2013 as part of a new
University of Maryland study abroad program that combines entrepreneurship with service learning. The students
worked and lived in rural areas helping develop and promote small businesses that provide essential products at
affordable prices, including eyeglasses, energy efficient stoves, and water filters. The students will present their
experiences, ranging from the types of consulting they delivered, to the clients with whom they worked, to the home
stay environments.
A networking reception with hors d'oeuvres will be held from 8:30-9 p.m. following the students’ presentations.
Please RSVP to ogi@rhsmith.umd.edu to reserve your seat.
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Clean Energy Summit Tuesday, October 15th and 16th
Marriott Inn & Conference Center 3501 University Blvd, East Hyattsville, MD 20783
Solving The Distributed Energy Puzzle: Microgrids & Other Smart Solutions
Energy generation- including clean renewable power, transmission, distribution and resiliency- are all part of the
puzzle of coordinating and securing power supply systems. With the application of communications technology to
manage this critical infrastructure for cost savings, reliability, security, and greenhouse gas emissions reductions- the
“democratization of the grid” is becoming a reality. This two-day forum will address the challenges of identifying,
integrating, and assembling the various pieces of the puzzle needed to advance distributed energy solutions.

College Park Day Saturday, October 19th 11am-3pm Herbert Wells Ice Rink 5211 Paint Branch
Parkway, CP
This event is right down the street from UMD, so I encourage you all to visit! This event includes a variety of local food
vendors, live entertainment, business exhibitor booths, an extreme air bungee jumper, free ice skating, free
admission to the aviation museum, a bike ride at 11am, receive special discounts at select restaurants and stores,
INVOLVEMENT ACTIVITIES ►
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Volunteers Needed for Fracking Meeting October 5th 8am-7pm Garrett College, McHenry, MD
We will hold a meeting with community stakeholders on hydraulic fracturing and public health in Garrett County.
Stakeholders will be engaged to provide input on the Marcellus Shale Public Health Study commissioned by the
Marcellus Shale Safe Drilling Initiative Advisory Commission and led by the University of Maryland-College Park.
What: Community Engagement Meeting on hydraulic fracturing and public health; volunteer duties include notetaking, logistical coordination, and registration
**Please note that McHenry, MD is 3 hours from UMD -- College Park . Transportation to and from UMD and lunch
will be provided.
To volunteer contact Ms. Meleah Boyle at meleahboyle@gmail.com
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Join TapRoots Every Saturday starting October 5th
Join TapRoots, a Sustainability Fund and USDA Agricultural Research Service project, and participate in Adventures in Soil
Science. Held on Saturdays starting October 5th, TapRoots educates youth ages 13-17 about science and research.
Student Advisory Board is looking for Committee Members
**we are 1 of 2 Scholars programs without a student on ANY committee, that means ETE
students have no say in shaping Scholars wide efforts...is that the way YOU want it?
College Park Scholars Advisory Board is currently looking for students to join the one of the four committees. This opportunity is
open to all Scholars students who want to be involved within the Scholars community. Students can choose to join the
Academic Affairs, Advocacy or Student Activities Committees. Below you will find a brief explanation of what these committees
do.
ACADEMIC AFFAIRS
The Academic Affairs committee serves to promote the academic success of the community in several ways. It identifies and—
when appropriate—creates resources like tutoring, study groups, and supplemental instruction for the Scholars community. It
organizes programming to bolster academic performance, including a relaxation night during final exams. It provides a voice
with which Scholars are able to advise faculty on students’ perception of program curricula and academic support. It advocates
for enhancements to community space used for colloquia and individual and group study. In addition to the above, its members
have the capacity to bring about other mechanisms for academic success in not only Scholars courses but curricula across
majors.
ADVOCACY
The Advocacy committee focuses on "making our community a better place." The committee will select a cause to advocate for
and will encourage members of the Scholars community to become activists through action and service. Examples of these
efforts include activities to promote recycling and community beautification – in conjunction with University initiatives and
Scholars programs; arranging voter registration; sponsoring blood drives; planning service activities; and connecting students to
other advocacy opportunities on campus.
ACTIVITIES
The Activities committee is responsible for planning events for the community that build a stronger Scholars identity and give
students an opportunity engage in positive social interaction outside of their individual programs. Special events hosted by this
committee included coffee house socials, and Fall social event. This year the Activities committee will extend their reach by
planning Scholars-wide events in collaboration with the Softball Committee and Peer Mentors. In addition, members may serve
as representatives to campus committees requesting student representation from Scholars.
CONNECTIONS COUNCIL
The Connections and Inclusion Liaison will facilitate supportive connections among students of different identities and an
inclusive residence hall community; where each person should feel they have a rightful place in this community and where their
dignity and membership is recognized and respected. The Connections representative will serve as a liaison between the
Scholars Student Advisory Board, the Cambridge Community Hall Councils and the North Campus Connections Council.
If you or any student you know is interested in joining one of these committees, please contact Jeany Cadet at
jcadet1@umd.edu or call 301-314-1522.