Environmental Science, Resources & Studies
A Natural Laboratory Perfect for Study
Part of the UAS Environmental Science, Resources & Studies, the interdisciplinary curriculum in the BS in Environmental Science and BS in Environmental Resources degrees is designed to prepare students for science-based careers in environmental research, management, and consulting. Students completing either of the degrees will have opportunities for hands-on field experience in the glacial and rainforest environments of Southeast Alaska.
Faculty in these fields of study instruct in a variety of disciplines including: the earth sciences, chemistry, physics, biology, math, and spatial analysis. Students learn biological principles and skills in lecture, laboratory, and field courses. A particular emphasis of the program is student involvement in research projects, and undergraduates in Environmental Science regularly present their research results at regional and national scientific meetings.
Our faculty are actively engaged in research programs in areas including: landscape ecology, hydrology, sensor development, geology, environmental chemistry, geochemistry, remote sensing, glaciology, and biogeochemistry.
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Meet with National Renewable Energy Lab ***TODAY***
Hi All,
Representatives from the National Renewable Energy Lab (NREL) in Fairbanks will be in the Aak'w Ta Hit building today from 11:30-1:30 to meet with students who are interested in learning more about job opportunites and internships with NREL. Please see attached flyer for details.
Eran
NREL_Flyer-CollegeofNaturalSciences
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Meet with Forest Ecology candidate Logan Berner **tomorrow**
Hi All,
Logan Berner is on campus interviewing for a Forest Ecology faculty position at UAS. There are two opportunities for students to interact with Logan:
1. Tomorrow at noon we will have a pizza lunch in ATH 102 (downstairs classroom). This is a great opportunity to meet Logan and get some free food.
2. Logan will give a talk on his research tomorrow at 2:30 pm in ATH 102.
Please join us for one or both events if you are able. Your opinion matters - there will be an opportunity for all students to give feedback on Logan to the department. Thanks,
Eran
Southeast Land Trust environmental connections coordinator position
In partnership with JVC Northwest / AmeriCorps, The Southeast Alaska Land Trust is recruiting for an "Environmental Connections Coordinator" who will conduct an inventory of plants on land trust properties with beneficial uses (subsistence, cultural, medicinal, etc.) as well as inventory invasive species. There is also a budding partnership with Juneau Audubon to add in monitoring of birds at a couple of locations in Juneau. Position does not require a degree in science (or a degree at all) as SEAL Trust can provide all of the training needed, although a successful applicant will have an affinity for science, natural history, the outdoors, etc.
There is info at www.sealt.org, but interested students should send their application directly to JVC here: 
Margaret Custer, Executive Director at SEAL Trust can also answer questions: [email protected] |
Scholarship Application Workshop - Feb 10, 5 pm in Glacier View Room, Egan 221
Event Details:
Date: February 10, 2025
Time: 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Location: Glacier View Room, Egan 221
Presented by: JoMarie Alba, in collaboration with the Financial Aid Office
This workshop will feature JoMarie Alba, a recipient of the National Science Graduate Fellowship (which awarded her over $100,000 for graduate school). She’ll provide insights into the scholarship application process, share tips on writing strong applications, and help students feel more confident in applying for funding opportunities. Financial Aid will also be present to answer questions. More info on UAS Connect
Food Provided: Breeze In bagels & cream cheese
Summer research position - Ecological research technician
The Bonanza Creek Long Term Ecological Research Site near Fairbanks is looking to hire an ecological research technician for the upcoming summer. See attached flyer.
Cheers,
Eran
ANAC Internship Flier
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community snow depth measurements to support snowpack modeling
A team of researchers at UAS is working on improving snowpack modeling for river and avalanche forecasting. Our main study site is the Fish Creek Basin around Eaglecrest. You can help us by collecting snow depth measurements if you are traveling through the backcountry. Taking, recording, and submitting measurements is easy -- all you need is a probe and an app on your phone. Additional information, including how to access the app, can be found in the attachment.
Thanks for your help!
Juneau Summer Research Position - Juvenile Salmon Biology
Hi All,
Here is another summer research opportunity. The focus is on juvenile salmon ecology in Montana Creek. Application is due March 1, questions can be directed to Jason Fellman. See flyer for details.
Cheers,
Eran
Summer Research Position
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Student Research Assistant - Arctic research project
Hi All,
The Woodwell Climate Center is hiring an undergraduate research assistant to work on a summer ecology project at the Toolik Field Station on the North Slope fo Alaska.
Details at the link below.
Cheers,
Eran
Paid USFS summer internship - Wilderness ranger
The US Forest Service is partnering with UAS to provide a paid internship for a student to acquire training to be a wilderness ranger on the Juneau Ranger District in summer 2025. Position details can be found in the attached flyer.
To Apply: Send a cover letter explaining your interest in the position and a resume to Eran Hood ([email protected]) by Feb. 14.
I'm also happy to answer any questions about the position.
Best,
Eran
UAS Intern Wilderness
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Paid summer USFS internship - Education and Interpretation
The US Forest Service is partnering with UAS to provide a paid internship for a student to learn education and interpretive skills by working at the Mendenhall Visitor in summer 2025. Position details can be found in the attached flyer.
To Apply: Send a cover letter explaining your interest in the position and a resume to Eran Hood ([email protected]) by Feb. 14.
I'm also happy to answer any questions about the position.
Best,
Eran
Position Description UAS Intern-Education and Interpretation
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Faculty
Jason M. Amundson, Ph.D.
Professor of Geophysics
I have a background in glaciology and geophysics. My research focuses on tidewater glaciers and glacier-ocean interactions, and I am especially interested in the ways that glaciers interact with other Earth system components. I teach the introductory physics courses as well as upper division courses in Earth's climate and glaciology.
View profile and contact infoEran Hood, Ph.D.
Professor of Environmental Science, Natural Sciences Department Chair
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Jason B. Fellman, Ph.D.
Director - Alaska Coastal Rainforest Center & Research Associate Professor of Environmental Science
View profile and contact infoSonia A. Nagorski, Ph.D. (she/her)
Associate Professor of Geology
My background is in environmental geochemistry, and my research has focused primarily on a variety of contaminants in aquatic systems. I teach classes on Earth's geologic history, physical geology, natural hazards, geomorphology, and mineral and energy resources and environmental impacts. At UAS I devote my efforts to training and inspiring undergraduates to work creatively and effectively in the environmental sciences, preparing them for meaningful careers that benefit the Earth and society.
Emeritus Faculty
Roman Motyka, Ph.D.
Research Professor Emeritus, Geophysical Institute, UAF
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