Instructors:
Crystal Krause and Neil Cobb, Department of Biology and Merriam-Powell Center

Course Description:
A computer laboratory-based course where students will select and model their taxa of preference. We will use OpenModeller and MaxEnt to add species occurrence data to environmental layers in order to predict present distributions and future distributions of species under different Global Climate Change scenarios. Throughout the course we will discuss various papers that have used the programs used in the course, including model assumptions and constraints.



Until recently, one had to invest a lot of time and money in GPS units and software for use in research.  Advances in hardware and software now allows us to use cost-effective alternatives to meet most or all research needs with relatively little time investment. 

The Garmin eTrex GPS units provide that reasonable alternative.  They can collect accurate data and in combination with free software we can easily incorporate data into different formats for use in high-end programs like ArcGIS as well as public use programs like GoogleEarth.

This workshop will provide an overview of affordable GPS units and then show how to use Garmin eTrex unit to collect point and line data.  We will then show how to transfer data to various formats for use in mapping and maintaining spatially-explicit databases.



The Merriam-Powell Research Station of Northern Arizona University invites applications for small awards (up to $2,000) to start new field research, new collaborations, or new field education activities based at MPRS (http://www.mpcer.nau.edu/mprs). These awards are available to: graduate students, faculty, and staff of entities with missions related to science, education or the environment. MPRS is located in the ponderosa pine forest just outside of Flagstaff, AZ on the grounds of The Arboretum at Flagstaff. Habitats from desert to sub-alpine are available nearby. Initial evaluation of proposals will begin on May 15, 2009. We will entertain applications on a continuing basis if funding permites and may have another target date in the Fall of 2009.



The Merriam-Powell Research Station provides housing and facilities for researchers and students visiting northern Arizona, as well as facilities for Northern Arizona University field courses. Please contact Dr. Amy Whipple for more information.
MPRS is jointly run by Northern Arizona University’s Merriam-Powell Center for Environmental Research and The Arboretum at Flagstaff. We are located on The Arboretum at Flagstaff Property 5 miles southwest of Flagstaff, Arizona.
For more information, please visit: http://www.mpcer.nau.edu/mprs/reservations.html


Istanbul, 19 March 2009 - Business leaders from some of the world's biggest companies today called for water, energy and climate change to be linked in global negotiations, such as the international climate talks due to culminate in Copenhagen in December.

The business leaders were speaking at the launch of a report by the World Business Council for Sustainable Development at the 5th World Water Forum in Istanbul. The forum is expected to produce a ministerial statement calling for proactive policies on water issues.

"Water is everybody's business. It is used to generate energy, and energy is used to provide water. Climate change will affect the use and availability of both. It is important that we get the policies right," said Bjorn Stigson, president of the WBCSD.

"The World Water Forum in Istanbul has done a lot to focus attention on water, energy and climate change. But there is still a significant gap in addressing all three together at a global level. We must link them in the climate negotiations to have any real hope of finding a solution."

The report, "Water, Energy and Climate Change: A contribution from the business community," says water, energy and climate change are inextricably linked.

"Water plays a central role in many of the world's most pressing issues, among them climate change, energy security and the need to spur economic growth. The time has passed for commitment alone - we must act," said Steve R. Loranger, CEO of ITT Corporation and co-chair of the WBCSD Water Project.

"The search for solutions must involve all players - government, NGOs, multilateral institutions and, importantly, the private sector. We believe the five recommendations of this paper will make that search more effective and, ultimately, more fruitful."

Mark Garrett, CEO of Borealis and co-chair of the WBCSD Water Project, said: "Climate change, water and energy are interlinked challenges. It is essential, for business and government alike, to integrate water and energy efficiency in measurement tools and policies."

And Joppe Cramwinckel, sustainable development leader at Royal Dutch/Shell, which led the development of the report, said: "Governments, industry and society need to work together to start to address these systems - water, energy and agriculture - in a more strategic and integrated way."

"We need to use a broader perspective."

The WBCSD's Water Project brings together more than 60 companies from mining and metals, oil and gas, consumer products, food and beverages, infrastructure services and equipment sectors. The broad representation reflects the knowledge that all businesses will face water challenges in the years ahead.

The paper lists five important policy recommendations from business to climate negotiators and policy-makers. These are:

- Provide reliable climate change risk data, models and analysis tools.
- Integrate water and energy efficiency in measurement tools and policy.
- Bring water issues into the mainstream, and ensure that water authorities and institutions have - staff trained to deliver common management practices, education and awareness raising.
- Integrate and value ecosystem services (the benefits that nature provides to society, such as - water and forest products) into cross-border decision-making.
- Encourage best practice through innovation, appropriate solutions and community engagement.

It also includes 25 case studies showing how business is already linking water, energy and climate across their operations.

Download
- Water, Energy and Climate Change:
{http://www.wbcsd.org/includes/getTarget.asp?type=d&id=MzM3NTI} (PDF 1.8 MB)

About the WBCSD
The World Business Council for Sustainable Development (http://www.wbcsd.org) is a unique, CEO-led, global association of some 200 companies dealing exclusively with business and sustainable development. The Council provides a platform for companies to explore sustainable development, share knowledge, experiences and best practices, and to advocate business positions on these issues in a variety of forums, working with governments and non-governmental and intergovernmental organizations.


We need lots of help! And you may need some good experience on your resume, so please come volunteer your time with us! Since we are still building the program, volunteer opportunities will be ever-changing so please keep checking back. Here are a few opportunities available now:
Distributing outreach materials across campus
Resident hall “Green Teams”
Points of contact for clubs and interested students
As always, we need individuals to spread the word about the importance of recycling and living sustainably.
If you have any questions or would like to volunteer your time to promote recycling on Campus please contact Jan Kerata at
Jan.Kerata@nau.edu or Robert Chavez at Robert.Chavez@nau.edu.
For more information, please visit: http://recycling.nau.edu.


Fieldwork will be executed from 25 June through 18 July 2009. We prefer volunteers who can commit to the entire expedition; however, if this is not possible, the expedition is divided into two sessions for participation: 25 June – 06 July and 05 – 19 July. Must also be First Aid/ CPR certified and must have passed a physical within the last year. Participants are responsible for airfare from the U.S. to Easter Island , Chile (~2000.00USD), hotel accommodations (@ 58.00 USD/ day includes 3 meals/ day), and sharing costs for rental vehicles (~250.00 USD/ per person). All flights to Rapa Nui are routed through Santiago , Chile . Field objectives include:
(a) inventory of arthropods using an array of sampling techniques;
(b) collecting microbial samples; and,
(c) evaluating cultural significance of study caves. To learn more about this project, you may go to a summary of last year's research
http://www.explorers.org/expeditions/reports/Flag_Reports_PDF/Flag%2052_J.%20Judson%20Wynne_Napa_Rui%20
2_19_09.pdf
For more information, contact Jut Wynne at jut.wynne@nau.edu




Seminar/discussion format, Mondays 4-5pm
The Plant-insect interactions course will cover key papers describing the multiple ways in which arthropods exploit plants, and how these interactions can affect plant growth, survival, and reproduction. Paper topics include plant traits that deter or augment insect behavior and development, insect behavioral and physiological counter adaptations, and environmental mediation of these interactions. The course is primarily for graduate students studying some aspect of insect-plant relationships and will follow an open discussion format.
The course is a graduate seminar FOR698 (#4673) taught by Prof. Rich Hofstetter



Course Description: This course is a multidisciplinary introduction to water resources management. We will examine water law, policy, hydrology, pollution and other topics. In addition, this course will take into special consideration the relationship(s) between the natural sciences and water policy and will explore a variety of ways in which to view and understand water policy issues. This class is not likely to be offered again for another four years.

Merriam-Powell Seminar Schedule
Spring 2009
Biology Building, Room 238
Fridays: 12:30-2:00 p.m.

 

Biology Department Seminars Schedule Spring 2009

Seminars are on Thursday in the Wettaw Building Auditorium at 3:45pm. A pre-seminar reception is held in the Biology Lobby (Bldg 21) at 3:15pm. Post-seminar receptions are often held at Beaver Street Brewery at 5:00pm/ Please send questions, corrections and additions to: gery.allan@nau.edu.

THIS WEEK’S BIOLOGY SEMINAR

This Thursday's seminar will be presented by Dr. Noah Fierer, Dept. of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, UC Boulder.
The title of Dr. Fierer's seminar is:
"Exploring terra incognita: the biogeography of microbial communities"

 

Forestry Seminar Schedule, Spring 2009 - NAU Forestry

All seminars are 4:00 to 5:00 PM in Room 017 of the Southwest Forest Science Complex (Building 82) on the campus of Northern Arizona University (campus map). A reception for the speaker with food and refreshments precedes the seminar in the lounge in front of the seminar room (3:30-4:00 PM). If you would like to schedule an appointment with a speaker, please contact the student host. No parking permit is needed for any vehicle with state, federal, or tribal license plates. Other persons can get a free permit from the host during the 30-minute reception before each seminar.

 

THIS WEEK’S FORESTRY SEMINAR

This week’s seminar on April 8 by Dr. Lisa Graumlich, “Confronting Complexity: Adaptation Strategies for Managing Biodiversity in the Face of Rapid Climate Change” will have to be cancelled.   Unfortunately, Dr. Graumlich will need an unexpected surgery this week and will be unable to give the seminar.   She sends her regrets and we hope to be able to reschedule for sometime in the future.

Daniel Laughlin's dissertation seminar on Monday, April 6 at 1:00 pm in room 017 (NAU Campus, School of Forestry (SoF) building)

His seminar abstract is below.  I put a draft of his dissertation in the SoF workroom/office.
A Tale of Two Forests: The Functional Consequences of Vegetation Dynamics
Daniel C. Laughlin

Abstract
How have ponderosa pine forests changed over the last century, and what are the consequences of these changes? To answer this question, I will present data from a unique set of permanent vegetation plots that were established in 1912, making this one of the longest ecological studies in the world. Increases in ponderosa pine basal area have had profound effects on understory structure, composition, and function. Plant cover and functional diversity have declined and the functional identity of the understory has shifted toward more stress- and shade-tolerant herbaceous species. These changes have had functional consequences for ecosystem functioning. For example, the changes in litter quality and quantity induced by direct and indirect effects of changes in pine basal area have reduced rates of nitrification potential, which is a critical link in the internal recycling of a growth-limiting nutrient. A functional trait-based approach to understanding forest ecosystems has tremendous promise for making general ecological models useful and tractable for forest management and restoration.

Summer 2009 Youth Environmental Education Programs

The vision of the Junior and Senior Forester Academy, Outdoor Leadership Academy is to have fun while connecting kids to the forest and the natural world so that they can learn and teach others about good stewardship, land ethics, and forest health. Campers will use critical thinking skills gained through fun, hands-on activities.
See what Parents and Alumni have to say about camp below.
Goals and Objectives

The overall goals and objectives of our programs are to:

Introduce kids to the wonder, beauty and importance of forests and how our natural world influences their current lives and career paths.

Provide integrated, hands-on lessons and activities that incorporate math, reading, writing, art and critical thinking skills that lead to creative and thoughtful discussion.

Teach kids strong land ethic and stewardship skills by "putting them in the shoes" of a professional forester, scientist and outdoor leader.

Develop a spirit of community service by integrating community service and critical forest health projects into the learning experience.

Provide a fun and engaging learning experience that encourages kids to become active in their communities and schools.
Children ages 9-16 welcome!
For More Information Contact:
Cheryl Miller
Camp Director
P.O. Box 15018
Flagstaff, AZ 86011
(928) 523-6727
Cheryl.Miller@nau.edu

Or visit: http://www.for.nau.edu/CentennialForest/content/view/549/759

 

23rd Annual Meeting and Workshop of the Arizona Riparian Council
Who's Invading Our Riparian Space?
April 16 - 18, 2009
The Lodge at Cliff Castle, Camp Verde, Arizona

Please plan to attend the Thursday meeting, Friday classroom workshop, and Saturday workshop in the field.

To register for the meeting go to: http://azriparian.org/2009/registration.htm

Contact The Lodge at Cliff Castle to make hotel reservations. Tell them you are with ARC.
Lodge at Cliff Castle website: http://www.cliffcastlecasino.net/index.asp
Phone number 928.567.6611 or 800.524.6343.
There is also a map to the Lodge on their website.
Agenda
The plenary session will occur Thursday morning at 8:00.
Invasive Species and the Economics of Doing Business, Dr. Charles Perrings, Arizona State University
Managing Invasive Species in Fossil Creek, Dr. Jane Marks, Northern Arizona University
Invasive Plants in the Agua Fria and Verde Riparian Systems, Jeff Schalau, Arizona Cooperative Extension Yavapai County
Tamarisk - Can It be Managed?, Dr. Ed Glenn, Environmental Research Laboratory, University of Arizona
Strategies for Dealing with Invasive Species Through the Arizona Invasive Species Management Plan, Brian McGrew, Arizona Department of Agriculture
Panel Discussion and Audience Q&A
Following the plenary session there will be a technical session of submitted abstracts.
Thursday evening is a buffet dinner with guest speaker, Dr. Matt Chew, Arizona State University presenting Tamarisk: >From Good (and Pretty) to Bad and Ugly.
Friday will be a classroom session on the identification of non-native plants so you will know how to identify them in the field. The workshop will be conducted by:
John Brock, Ph.D., Emeritus Professor, Arizona State University-Polytechnic
Kelly Steele, Ph.D., Associate Professor, Arizona State University-Polytechnic
Francis (Ed) Northam, Ph.D., Weed Biologist with the University of Arizona Cooperative Extension Office
Doug Green, President of the Phoenix Chapter, Arizona Native Plant Society
Saturday will be a field exercise for the workshop and will visit two sites along the Verde to refine your skills. Please wear shoes that you don't mind getting wet as it is a possibility, also don't forget water, hat, and sunscreen.
We hope to see you at The Lodge at Cliff Castle for a learning and fun experience!!!

Be the first on your floor to show off a beautifully embroidered short-sleeved, cotton golf shirt for only $30 (our cost). Call the MPC office at 523-6221 to purchase yours today!

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Research Faculty Position (rank open) - Science Education

The Center for Education and the Wiess School of Natural Sciences at Rice University invite applications for a non-tenure track research faculty position in Science Education (rank open) to serve as Director of Research for the Center for Education’s science outreach initiatives.
We seek a dynamic, productive, and forward thinking individual with an exemplary research program in science education to develop and maintain an active research program and to serve as Director of Research for a large, successful and well-funded K12 outreach program focusing on elementary science in urban school districts. This is an opportunity to conduct research on, and to continue the development of, one of the premier K12 outreach programs in the nation.         
Rice University is a small, highly ranked, private university with particular strengths in science and engineering and occupies a distinctive, tree-shaded campus only a few miles from downtown Houston.  Rice is committed to improving K12 education as part of its mission for the 21st Century.   Over the past twenty years, Rice University’s Center for Education has worked towards ensuring more equitable and academically rich learning experiences for all children.  We seek a faculty member who shares these goals.
The Center’s largest outreach effort is the Rice Elementary Model Science Lab in which 80 elementary science teachers receive one full day of professional development each week throughout the academic year.  Because of the robustness and success of this program and its geographic location in one of the largest, most diverse and fastest growing cities in the country, the Director of Research will have a unique opportunity to conduct research of national significance focusing on elementary science education in urban public schools.
The application should include a letter summarizing qualifications, curriculum vitae, statement of research interests, and names, addresses, and contact information of at least four references.  Salary and rank are open and depend on qualifications and experience. 
Application materials should be emailed to Dr. Wallace Dominey, wdominey@rice.edu and if desired sent by postal service to: Center for Education, MS-147, Rice University, P.O. Box 1892, Houston, Texas 77251-1892.  Rice University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply. The position will begin August 1, 2009 or sooner and is contingent on funding.

The 2009 Montgomery & Associates Summer Writing Internship at the WRRC

The University of Arizona’s Water Resources Research Center is offering a summer internship to a student interested in gaining experience writing about environmental and water issues. The internship is supported by Montgomery & Associates, an Arizona-based consulting firm specializing in hydrology and water resource issues. The selected intern will contribute to research and writing of an issue of Arroyo, the annual WRRC publication that focuses on a critical Arizona water issue.

Enrolled students in good standing at the University of Arizona, Arizona State University, and Northern Arizona University are eligible. The intern will work 20-25 hours per week during June and July, at a rate of $10.00 to $14.00 per hour depending on experience.

The intern will work at the WRRC offices in Tucson. The successful applicant will be responsible for his/her own accommodations. 
To Apply:

Complete an application form available at our website: http://cals.arizona.edu/azwater under the WRRC News heading and send the completed form, along with a writing sample and a letter of recommendation, to Susanna Eden at seden@cals.arizona.edu .

The 500-1,000 word writing sample may be on any topic; however, it should not be a technical report. The writing sample should avoid jargon and be understandable by general readers.

The letter of recommendation should come from a faculty member familiar with applicant’s writing. 

More information can be found in the FAQ Answers on the WRRC website http://cals.arizona.edu/azwater . Follow the WRRC News link.

Applications are due no later than 5:00 p.m., Friday, April 17. The selected candidate will be notified by April 30.

Please direct any questions to seden@cals.arizona.edu

The journal Ground Water discusses the strong future for and current shortage of hydrologists
View the Ground Water article titled “An Imminent Human Resource Crisis in Ground Water Hydrology?” by Daniel B Stephens.

JOB   AVAILABLE
RESEARCH   ANALYST   in   GEOSPATIAL   MODELING,   BIOGEOGRAPHY,   &   ECOLOGY
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Position:    Research   Analyst  
Location :    University   of   Alaska   Southeast   in   Juneau   (Auke   Bay),   Alaska  
Salary:    ~ $22.13/hr   or   $46,030   per   annum   (the   position   has   minimal   benefits)   
Duration :   Full   time   40hrs/week,   beginning   July   1,   2009   for   a   one - year   term.    The   position   could   possibly   begin   earlier   depending   on   interest,   is   annually   renewable   based   on funding   availability   and   progress,   and   could   be   subject   up   to   1 - 2   months   of   furlough   depending   on   candidate’s   interest   and   progress   
Job   Description :    The   spatial   analyst   will   assist   the   PI   on   several   projects   relating   to   biogeographical   modeling,   landscape   ecology,   and   GIS/Remote   Sensing.    Specifically,   the   duties   of   this   position   will   be   assistance   with   spatial   analysis/GIS   (40%),   statistical   analysis   and   publication   support   (20%),   field   support   (20%),   and   generic   assistance   with   project   coordination   and   administration   (20%),   with   the   following   projects:    
• Spatial   analysis   and   modeling   of   species   distribution   patterns   across   Alaska;   as   part   of   the   Alaska   GAP   Analysis   Project  
• Spatial   analysis   of   large - whale   distribution   data;   and   spatial   modeling   of   ship - strike   risk   potential   in   Southeast   Alaska  
• Deriving   spatial   models   of   historical   and   contemporary   landscape   linkages   to   support   studies   of   phylogeographic   and   gene   flow   patterns   in   Southeast   Alaska  
• Assistance   with   occupancy - based   models   of   wildlife   distribution  
• Assistance   with   remote   sensing   analysis   of   changes   in   alpine   ecosystems/forests  
• Assistance   with   spatial   models   of   future   carbon   sequestration   potential   due   to   ecological   succession   in   Southeast   Alaska   
Criteria .    The   ideal   candidate   would   have:  
• At   least   a   bachelor’s   degree   in   relevant   field   (ecology,   environmental   science,   wildlife   ecology,   geography,   etc.);   master’s   degree   preferred  
• Analytical - level   experience   with   GIS   and   knowledge   of   quantitative,   raster - based   GIS   analysis  
• Experience   with   quantitative   analysis,   with   knowledge   of   multivariate   statistics  
• Some   knowledge   of   sampling   and   experimental/survey   design  
• Ecological   field   experience   and   use   of   GPS   technology  
• Demonstrated   ability   to   be   self   directed   and   productive   in   a   multi - tasking   role  
• Experience   with   ArcGIS   suite   software,   Microsoft   Excel,   Microsoft   Access,   and   statistical   packages   (e.g.   SPSS,   SAS,   R,   etc.)  
• Knowledge   of   Southeast   Alaska  
  Closing   date :   Open   until   filled   (job   posting   date   03/23/2009)  
  To   apply:   send   your   CV,   references,   and   brief   letter   of   interest   (email)   to   Sanjay   Pyare   at   the   University   of   Alaska   Southeast:   sanjay.pyare@uas.alaska.edu   907 - 796 - 6007  

Grand Canyon National Park / Ecological Monitoring & Assessment Program (EMA) Partnership Projects - 2009
EMA and Grand Canyon National Park

The goal of this partnership is to help connect NAU’s research faculty and student talent with real world environmental issues at Grand Canyon National Park. This is an excellent opportunity for students to gain professional experience, build their resumes, develop working relationships with regional environmental professionals, and most importantly, work on behalf of the Grand Canyon.

Interns will begin work on a limited part-time basis in late spring 2009, transition to full time in summer, and return to limited part-time in fall to complete the project. For more information or to apply for an internship, e-mail a cover letter and resume with names of two NAU faculty references to Shawn Newell, Shawn.Newell@nau.edu, 928-523-8285.

Native Seeds Intern (open until filled)
This intern will work closely with Park staff on diverse projects related to the native plant program. Work will include identification and documentation of native seed sources, collection and storage of native seeds, plant propagation, rare plant conservation, and coordination and supervision of volunteer groups including international volunteers. This position will extend Grand Canyon staff capacity to collect native seed in a number of locations, to identify when and were to collect seed, and to utilize more volunteers to meet the Park’s seed collection needs.

Invasive Species Intern (open until filled)
This intern will work with the Park’s invasive species coordinator, staff, volunteers, and the native seeds intern on an invasive species inventory, restoration of priority areas, and development of handouts and program materials on invasive plants for outreach to visitors. This position will help Grand Canyon staff meet existing program goals.

Tusayan Transit Shelter Design Interns (2) (need one intern, ideally someone with design skill)
The park’s new transportation plan calls for four transit stops in Tusayan for visitors to board a shuttle bus to the park. Project personnel will develop a conceptual design for a green, comfortable open-air shelter with interpretive signage to showcase Grand Canyon’s commitment to sustainability.
  
Science Communication and Outreach Program Intern (open until filled)
This intern will help the Park’s science and resource management personnel communicate their activities to broad audiences, including Grand Canyon National Park staff, partners, stakeholders, and the general public. This project may include assisting with coordination of the Scientific Research and Collection Permitting process at the park. 

Implement Best Practices for Optimizing Energy Efficiency of Water Systems (open until filled)
Project personnel will work with Park personnel to prioritize and implement recommendations from the South Rim water-energy assessment completed in 2008. The goal will be to collaboratively develop operational priorities, action plans, and recommendations for immediate and ongoing reduction of energy consumed in water supply and treatment. Action plans and recommendations will integrate opportunities for water conservation identified in the Sustainability Audit, a 2008 partnership project.

Science Research Intern (open until filled)
The intern will assist with science research coordination at Grand Canyon National Park. Specifically, will help organize historical and current research information and communicate this information to park management and interpretation staff. It also includes assisting with the development of a targeted research program to identify and encourage policy relevant research to assist park managers with successfully managing and protecting park resources. Duties may include assisting with the establishment of a Grand Canyon science advisory group. (The ideal candidate would be a graduate student. Available work period could be up to 700 hours.)

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Merriam-Powell Research Station is now Accepting Project Initiation Awards Applications for 2009/2010!

The Merriam-Powell Research Station of Northern Arizona University invites applications for small awards (up to $2,000) to start new field research, new collaborations, or new field education activities based at MPRS (http://www.mpcer.nau.edu/mprs). These awards are available to: graduate students, faculty, and staff of entities with missions related to science, education or the environment. MPRS is located in the ponderosa pine forest just outside of Flagstaff, AZ on the grounds of The Arboretum at Flagstaff. Habitats from desert to sub-alpine are available nearby. Intial evaluation of proposals will begine on March 30, 2009. We will entertain applications on a continuing basis if funding permites and may have another target date in the Fall of 2009.
To for more information or to apply, please download the application.

WREP Student Research Grant

Grant Requirements
All applicants for the Student Watershed Research Grants must be enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program related to the field of watershed resources at Northern Arizona University. Applicable degrees include Hydrology, Geology, Environmental Science, Civil and Environmental Engineering, Wastewater Management, Policy, Chemistry, Watershed Management, or another degree deemed acceptable by the WREP.
Funds may be used for salary, travel, equipment, analyses, or other resources necessary to complete proposed work. Funds may not be expended to purchase computers, vehicles, software, or other materials or supplies already available at NAU.
The applicant is expected to provide matching funding roughly equivalent to that requested of the WREP. Matching funds may include, but are not limited to:
1) External research funds providing materials, travel, or wages for the proposed project

2) Tuition paid for undergraduate or graduate research hours applied to the proposed project (for instance 485, 499, or 699 courses).

All proposed projects must be related to water supply, law, policy or management or water resources in one or more North Central Arizona watersheds.

In order to be considered for the award, all applicants must submit by the deadline:
1) A maximum three-page proposal that includes:
a. Project title
b. Problem statement
c. Stakeholder relevance
d. Study objectives
e. Study methods
f. Project deliverables and timetable
g. Anticipated benefits of study to stakeholders
h. Anticipated contribution of project to field of study
i. Project budget and explanation of matching funds
2) Transcripts (LOUIE printout is sufficient)
3) One letter of support from faculty supervisor of project
4) One letter of support from a watershed stakeholder

Proposal Review
The WREP Advisory Board will review the proposals and make recommendations to the WREP Director as to which proposals should be funded.

Funding Distribution
75% of the funds will be distributed at notice of award. Remaining funds will be distributed when satisfactory completion of the project is demonstrated to the WREP Director.

Application Deadline: April 15th, 2009
For more information, visit http://www.watershed.nau.edu/ .

Greetings from northern Arizona! As a reminder for this summer's conference in Flagstaff, WateReuse Arizona is looking to recognize organizations and individuals that are working in the water reuse arena by giving away awards and $1,000 student scholarship. The deadline for submittals is the end of April. Please see that attachment for details.

Look forward to hearing from you and all of the great work Arizona is doing in water reclamation!!!

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