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How to make sustainability part of your Wisconsin Experience
UW–Madison is committed to a cleaner and healthier future. Make sustainable living a part of your UW–Madison experience with these tips to live, learn and play more sustainably.
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 Apply for new Sustainability Certificate
The Nelson Institute for Environmental Studies is accepting applications from all class years for its new Sustainability Certificate, enrolling students for the first time this fall with support from the Office of Sustainability.
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 Save the date for Neil deGrasse Tyson
Famed astrophysicist and host of the television series Cosmos: A Spacetime Odyssey, Neil deGrasse Tyson, will speak at the ninth annual Nelson Institute Earth Day Conference April 20, 2015.
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Dane County Farmers' Market
August 30, 2014 | 6 a.m.-2 p.m. | Capitol Square
Find fresh produce, cheese, meats, sweet treats and more from local vendors every Saturday at the Dane County Farmers' Market. Be sure to bring a reusable bag to hold your purchases! The market runs outdoors on Wednesdays and Saturdays through November 8.
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UW–Madison Libraries: What you really need to know
September 3, 2014 | 4-5 p.m. | 1193D College Library
Get acquainted with the UW–Madison libraries and the resources they have to offer. Learn about the new website, the library catalog, article databases and conveniences such as book retrieval, textbooks on reserve and citation services.
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 5 essentials for a healthy dorm room
Between your classes, work and social life, it can be hard to stay healthy. Try these dorm essentials for a healthier, more productive semester.
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 Okay, the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge worked. Now what?
The ALS Ice Bucket Challenge has led to nearly $80 million in donations to the ALS Association, but where will the money go?
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 Find more sustainability-related opportunities on the Office of Sustainability's new Jobs and Internships page!
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Office of Sustainability internships – Madison, WI
The Office of Sustainability is hiring students for the fall semester to assist with campus sustainability research projects, program implementation, communications and outreach. Application deadline is September 5.
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Wisconsin Institute for Discovery Communications/Social Media Assistant – Madison, WI
The Wisconsin Institute for Discovery, housed in the Discovery Building, is hiring a communications/social media assistant to help promote the institute's unique research, programs and events. Application deadline is August 29.
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Wisconsin Geological Survey Intern – Madison, WI
Wisconsin Geological Survey is hiring an intern to work on the preservation of materials in a historic geologic collection. Application deadline is September 19.
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Wisconsin Energy Institute Education and Outreach Project Assistant – Madison, WI
The Wisconsin Energy Institute is hiring a graduate project assistant to develop and coordinate education and outreach events, build and maintain relationships with campus partners and serve as the point person for campus requests. Application deadline is September 5.
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RENEW Wisconsin Communications and Operations Associate – Madison, WI
RENEW Wisconsin is hiring a communications and operations associate to do communications, event planning, fundraising and office operations. Application deadline is September 5.
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Wisconsin Department of Agriculture Agricultural Program Specialist – Madison, WI
The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture is hiring a senior agriculture program specialist to work with farmers to analyze suitability, profitability and sustainability of various enterprises. Application deadline is August 26.
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Graduate School Fall Competition
The Fall Competition sponsored by the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research and Graduate Education offers funding for UW–Madison faculty research and graduate student support in biological sciences, physical sciences, social studies, and the arts and humanities. Application deadline is September 19.
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Wisconsin Clean Diesel Grant Program
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is offering $125,000 under this grant program to reduce diesel emissions by replacing aging buses from both public and private school bus fleets across the state. Application deadline is September 19.
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