Department of Geology and Astronomy

Mission Statement: In keeping with the mission of West Chester University, the first goal of the Department of Geology & Astronomy is to provide high quality undergraduate education for geoscience professionals and future teachers in the fields of the earth and space sciences. Our second is to provide graduate training in the fields of science education and continuing professional development.

Jan. 28 Ancient Biomaterials Colloquium: The biogeochemistry of low-pH Fe oxidation

Submitted by Marc Gagne on Tue, 01/26/2010 - 11:23

William D. Burgos

Professor of Environmental Engineering, Graduate Officer
Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering
The Pennsylvania State University

Unraveling the biogeochemistry of low-pH Fe(II) oxidation at coal mine drainage sites

Thursday, January 28, 2010
4:00 PM in MER 112
Light food and refreshments beginning at 3:30 PM

Part-time Internship at EnviroSure, Inc., West Chester

Submitted by Marc Gagne on Wed, 01/06/2010 16:15
Posted in Internships

Organization Name: EnviroSure, Inc.
Address: 103 S. High Street, Suite 1, West Chester, PA 19382
Website: www.envirosureinc.com
Number of hours per week and days/times: 10 to 20 hours per week. The specific days and time slots are negotiable.
Descriptions of duties: EnviroSure seeks a self starter with exceptional organizational, communication, and technical writing skills. The successful candidate will assist the President of EnviroSure in the preparation of environmental reports, office management, and field work. The position requires a valid driver’s license and consistently meeting deadlines. The part-time position is ideal for a West Chester University undergraduate pursuing a career in an environmental field with an interest in gaining real world experience.
Application instructions: please send your resume to: scott@envirosureinc.com
Phone: (610) 696-8980

Thinking of Applying to Grad School in the Geosciences?

Submitted by Marc Gagne on Sat, 11/21/2009 - 05:38

Are you thinking of applying to graduate school in geology, earth or environmental science? There are a number of resources online and in the department to help you study for the GRE, pick a graduate program, get letters of recommendation, and strengthen your résumé. We have internships, internal and external research opportunities. Check out the Students menu, the External Links, or speak to your advisor about these opportunities.

Summer Internship Opportunity - University of Delaware

Submitted by Marc Gagne on Sun, 11/15/2009 - 07:42

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Internships

Please pass the following information on to your students about a great undergraduate summer research opportunity at the College of Earth, Ocean, and Environment, University of Delaware. Supported by a grant from the National Science Foundation's Division of Ocean Sciences, this REU (Research Experience for Undergraduates) program supports ten undergraduate students to conduct research in marine science. We especially encourage applications from members of minority groups underrepresented in science.

The program will run for 10 weeks (June 7 - August 13). Please go to our website http://www.ceoe.udel.edu/academics/undergraduate/summer/index.shtml to find out more about the program. Student support includes a $3,300 stipend (which could increase to $4,500 pending approval of our most recent proposal to NSF), campus housing, tuition for the one-credit course, and travel assistance. The application form and instructions are available at https://www.ceoe.udel.edu/academics/undergraduate/summer/summerInternApp...

Interns will work with faculty and research staff in a graduate student atmosphere on a research topic in chemical, physical, or biological oceanography, marine biology, or marine geology. This internship program will take place at the University of Delaware's Hugh R. Sharp Campus in the resort community of Lewes, located on the shores of the Delaware Bay and Atlantic Ocean near Cape Henlopen State Park.

If you have any questions, please contact me at (302) 645-4275 or at adittel@udel.edu.

Sincerely,

Environmental Education Internship at the Green Valleys Association

Submitted by Marc Gagne on Thu, 11/26/2009 - 11:36

Green Valleys Association at Welkinweir Estate in Pottstown, PA is seeking a motivated, self-starting college student or current graduate interested in learning and teaching environmental education programs for children and families.

Green Valleys Association (GVA) is a non-profit conservation organization dedicated to the protection of the land and waterways of Northern Chester County. GVA works to engage people of all ages in environmental stewardship through seasonal preschool and family programs, wildlife walks and public library programs, and curriculum programs for school and scout groups. The internship announcement is listed here.

$200 Scholarships Available For Travel to Peru

Submitted by Marc Gagne on Sat, 11/24/2009 - 12:47

Up to 10 Amazon Conservation Award scholarships will be awarded for travel to Peru over spring break.

Trip: Field Studies in Peru – History, Culture and Environmental Conservation
Dates: March 5th to March 14th, 2010
Cost: $2,300 (From Lima)
Course: Academic Credit Available – ANT 324.02
Registration Deadline: trip registration extended to December 22, 2009
Scholarship Deadline: submit application for Amazon Conservation Award by Dec. 11, 2009
Deposit: $500 deposit due at time of registration

For more information about the course contact Dr. Edmundo Morales at emorales@wcupa.edu. For more information about the scholarship, including Amazon Conservation Award forms, or trip contact Mary Ann Robinson at the ACEER Foundation at 610-738-0477 or mrobinson@wcupa.edu.

Presented by the Amazon Center for Environmental Education and Research (ACEER) and West Chester University.

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