- Plants-grads - University of Manitoba Mailing Lists

Job Opportunity
by Martha Blouw 10 Mar '17

10 Mar '17

Assistant Professor, Agronomy, Dept of Plant Sci and Landscape Architecture, University of Maryland The Department of Plant Science and Landscape Architecture invites applications for a 12‐ month tenure track position of Assistant Professor of Agronomy with a 60% University of Maryland Extension and 40% Maryland Agricultural Experiment Station Research appointment with the focus on production of agronomic crops. The candidate will be an individual who has extensive training in agronomic crop production, nutrient management of cropping systems, and statistical analyses of crop performance data. The candidate's research program should focus on practical solutions to production issues facing the major crops grown in Maryland, while improving the provisioning of ecosystem services. Candidates who have experience working with a range of faculty, staff, constituents and organizations and who have interest/experience in developing programs that serve diverse populations are encouraged to apply. For more information and to apply, please see: https://ejobs.umd.edu/postings/49730.

1 0

FW: Free Mitacs Step workshops at U of Manitoba
by Martha Blouw 09 Mar '17

09 Mar '17

From: Iman Yahyaie [mailto:iyahyaie@mitacs.ca] Sent: March-08-17 5:26 PM To: Martin Scanlon; Research Agriculture Subject: Free Mitacs Step workshops at U of Manitoba Importance: High Good afternoon Martin, Hope all is well. Our Step team has asked me to share this info about two upcoming workshops that are happening here at U of M. These workshops, as with all Mitacs Step workshops, are free for both graduate students and postdoctoral fellows (however, the preauthorization of a valid credit card is required as part of the registration process). I really appreciate it if you kindly share these with Agriculture students/postdocs and encourage them to register ASAP, as space is limited and they'll fill up fairly quickly. The two workshops are: * Discovering the Entrenpreneur Within - March 16, 2017 Discovering the Entrepreneur Within has participants analyze successful entrepreneurial ventures and identify what it took for those entrepreneurs to reach their goals. Using an interactive, team-based approach, this full-day workshop builds awareness of the current Canadian entrepreneurial landscape and resources available to those looking to start their own business. https://step.mitacs.ca/en/workshop/2017/03/discovering-entrepreneur-within-… * Essentials of Productive Teams - March 20, 2017 More than ever, organizational success depends on people working together - effectively. The pressure to communicate productively, quickly turn ideas into profitable action and consistently deliver results never decreases. Using team simulation exercises, participants work from a clear understanding of personal strengths and an appreciation of the differences in others will be the foundation of success in the future. https://step.mitacs.ca/en/workshop/2017/03/essentials-productive-teams-winn… Thank you, Iman Mitacs is now accepting proposals for the following programs & initiatives: * Mitacs is now accepting applications for staudent research travel opportunities to Brazil, China, France, India, Korea, Mexico and Tunisia! Visit our webpage<http://www.mitacs.ca/en/programs/globalink/globalink-research-award?utm_sou…> or contact us<mailto:international@mitacs.ca> to learn more. The deadline to apply is March 31, 2017 (5 pm PST). * Faculty & postdoctoral fellows in all disciplines: Canadian Science Policy Fellowship<https://www.mitacs.ca/en/programs/canadian-science-policy-fellowship> offers a 12-month immersion into the policy-making process. Review and select the projects<https://www.mitacs.ca/en/programs/policy-fellowship/list> submitted by the host government departments and submit your applications<https://www.mitacs.ca/en/programs/policy-fellowship/apply> by March 14, 2017 (5 pm PST). | Iman Yahyaie, PhD | Director, Business Development | Mitacs | C: (204) 599 9434 | E: iyahyaie(a)mitacs.ca<mailto:iyahyaie@mitacs.ca> | Twitter : @Iman_Mitacs<https://twitter.com/Iman_Mitacs> | W: www.mitacs.ca<http://www.mitacs.ca/> | O: A250, Agricultural Engineering Building, 96 Dafoe Rd, University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, R3T 5V6 | Sign up<http://www.mitacs.ca/mitacs-news-signup> to receive Mitacs news! | Connect with us! Facebook<http://www.facebook.com/mitacs>, Twitter<https://twitter.com/MitacsCanada>, LinkedIn<http://www.linkedin.com/groups/Mitacs-Official-3863606/about?trk=anet_ug_gr…> Inspiring innovation Confidentiality Warning: This message and any attachments are intended only for the use of the intended recipient(s), are confidential, and may be privileged. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any review, retransmission, conversion to hard copy, copying, circulation or other use of this message and any attachments is strictly prohibited. If you are not the intended recipient, please notify the sender immediately by return e-mail, and delete this message and any attachments from your system. Thank you.

1 0

FW: Free Mitacs Step workshops at U of Manitoba for Graduate Student and Post Doctoral Fellows
by Bev Godard 09 Mar '17

09 Mar '17

From: Heather Wiebe Sent: March-09-17 2:10 PM To: James House; Paul Bullock; Fouad Daayf; Danny Mann; Robert Currie; Martin Nyachoti; Derek Brewin Cc: Chantal Bassett; Pam Gauthier; Lynda Closson; Bev Godard; Martha Blouw; Heather Innis; Kathy Graham; Research Agriculture; Surinder Kamboz; Jennifer McLaren Subject: FW: Free Mitacs Step workshops at U of Manitoba Importance: High Good afternoon, Please circulate the two Mitacs workshop announcements below to graduate students and postdocs in your departments. Note that space is limited and they will fill up fairly quickly. Thank you, Heather on behalf of Martin Scanlon, Associate Dean (Research) Heather Wiebe Confidential Secretary to the Associate Deans Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences Ph: 204-474-6029 From: Iman Yahyaie [mailto:iyahyaie@mitacs.ca] Sent: March-08-17 5:26 PM To: Martin Scanlon; Research Agriculture Subject: Free Mitacs Step workshops at U of Manitoba Importance: High Good afternoon Martin, Hope all is well. Our Step team has asked me to share this info about two upcoming workshops that are happening here at U of M. These workshops, as with all Mitacs Step workshops, are free for both graduate students and postdoctoral fellows (however, the preauthorization of a valid credit card is required as part of the registration process). I really appreciate it if you kindly share these with Agriculture students/postdocs and encourage them to register ASAP, as space is limited and they'll fill up fairly quickly. The two workshops are: * Discovering the Entrenpreneur Within - March 16, 2017 Discovering the Entrepreneur Within has participants analyze successful entrepreneurial ventures and identify what it took for those entrepreneurs to reach their goals. Using an interactive, team-based approach, this full-day workshop builds awareness of the current Canadian entrepreneurial landscape and resources available to those looking to start their own business. https://step.mitacs.ca/en/workshop/2017/03/discovering-entrepreneur-within-… * Essentials of Productive Teams - March 20, 2017 More than ever, organizational success depends on people working together - effectively. The pressure to communicate productively, quickly turn ideas into profitable action and consistently deliver results never decreases. Using team simulation exercises, participants work from a clear understanding of personal strengths and an appreciation of the differences in others will be the foundation of success in the future. https://step.mitacs.ca/en/workshop/2017/03/essentials-productive-teams-winn… Thank you, Iman Mitacs is now accepting proposals for the following programs & initiatives: * Mitacs is now accepting applications for staudent research travel opportunities to Brazil, China, France, India, Korea, Mexico and Tunisia! Visit our webpage<http://www.mitacs.ca/en/programs/globalink/globalink-research-award?utm_sou…> or contact us<mailto:international@mitacs.ca> to learn more. The deadline to apply is March 31, 2017 (5 pm PST). * Faculty & postdoctoral fellows in all disciplines: Canadian Science Policy Fellowship<https://www.mitacs.ca/en/programs/canadian-science-policy-fellowship> offers a 12-month immersion into the policy-making process. Review and select the projects<https://www.mitacs.ca/en/programs/policy-fellowship/list> submitted by the host government departments and submit your applications<https://www.mitacs.ca/en/programs/policy-fellowship/apply> by March 14, 2017 (5 pm PST). | Iman Yahyaie, PhD | Director, Business Development | Mitacs | C: (204) 599 9434 | E: iyahyaie(a)mitacs.ca<mailto:iyahyaie@mitacs.ca> | Twitter : @Iman_Mitacs<https://twitter.com/Iman_Mitacs> | W: www.mitacs.ca<http://www.mitacs.ca/> | O: A250, Agricultural Engineering Building, 96 Dafoe Rd, University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, R3T 5V6 | Sign up<http://www.mitacs.ca/mitacs-news-signup> to receive Mitacs news! | Connect with us! Facebook<http://www.facebook.com/mitacs>, Twitter<https://twitter.com/MitacsCanada>, LinkedIn<http://www.linkedin.com/groups/Mitacs-Official-3863606/about?trk=anet_ug_gr…> Inspiring innovation Confidentiality Warning: This message and any attachments are intended only for the use of the intended recipient(s), are confidential, and may be privileged. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any review, retransmission, conversion to hard copy, copying, circulation or other use of this message and any attachments is strictly prohibited. If you are not the intended recipient, please notify the sender immediately by return e-mail, and delete this message and any attachments from your system. Thank you.

1 0

REMINDER: International Graduate Student Scholarship (IGSS)
by Martha Blouw 08 Mar '17

08 Mar '17

REMINDER: If you are an international student in a PhD program and paying tuition fees, make sure you apply. From: Martha Blouw Sent: January-19-17 1:50 PM To: soils-grads(a)lists.umanitoba.ca<mailto:soils-grads@lists.umanitoba.ca> Subject: International Graduate Student Scholarship (IGSS) A scholarship to pay for the international student differential fee amount: INTERNATIONAL GRADUATE STUDENT SCHOLARSHIP (IGSS) $2,700 to $5,400 (approximately - subject to change) - For Master's & PhD Students Read more ><http://news.umanitoba.ca/mymail/57775/00000000000000000000000000000000/aHR0…> Research Field(s): Unrestricted Deadline: April 11th, 2017 You should also apply: If you are planning to transfer from a Master's to a PhD program, or to apply to a PhD program for the Summer 2017, Fall 2017 or Winter 2018 term, you are encouraged to apply and must apply by the April 11th deadline if you wish to be considered for the IGSS for the 2017 -2018 academic year. Even if you are unsure of what you will do, you are encouraged to submit an application. Late applications will not be considered.

1 0

Call for Applications: UMGF's - for M.Sc. Programs
by Martha Blouw 07 Mar '17

07 Mar '17

University of Manitoba Graduate Fellowships (UMGF) PLEASE NOTE: This competition is for Master's level awards only. I have attached the instructions and application. To ensure your application is complete and competitive, read and follow the instructions. Application Deadline: March 27, 2017 Please submit your application to Martha.Blouw(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Martha.Blouw@umanitoba.ca>

1 0

Cancelled Seminar - March 9, 2017 - Advanced Plant Science Seminar Cancelled
by Christy Doyle 06 Mar '17

06 Mar '17

Cancellation - Seminar - March 9, 2017: The Department of Plant Science, Advanced Plant Science Seminar, scheduled for March 9, 2017 - "Big Data and Agriculture" - with: Mitch Rezansoff, Integrated Solutions Manager, Enns Brothers, has been cancelled.

1 0

Advanced Plant Science Seminar - Thursday, March 9, 2017
by Christy Doyle 03 Mar '17

03 Mar '17

On Thursday, March 9, 2017, the Department of Plant Science, Advanced Plant Science Seminar will be: "Big Data and Agriculture" Presented by: Mitch Rezansoff Integrated Solutions Manager Enns Brothers At 3:30 p.m. in the Carolyn Sifton Lecture Theatre, Room 130, Agriculture Building. A Poster is attached. Coffee at 3:00 p.m. in the Atrium Everyone Welcome!!

1 0

FW: Recruiting graduate students
by Martha Blouw 03 Mar '17

03 Mar '17

Forwarded on behalf of Dr. Congreves. From: Congreves, Kate [mailto:kate.congreves@usask.ca] Sent: March-02-17 4:44 PM To: Terry Ramm; Martha Blouw Subject: Recruiting graduate students Hello, Would it be possible to advertise available graduate student positions (see below) to the 4th year undergrad students & MSc students in Agriculture at UoM? Many thanks, Kate Dr. Kate A. Congreves, Assistant Professor Horticulture: Soil Health, Biogeochemistry & Crop Nutrition Associate Editor, Canadian Journal of Plant Science Department of Plant Sciences College of Agriculture and Bioresources University of Saskatchewan 51 Campus Drive, Saskatoon SK Office: 2C18 Agriculture Bldg Tel: (306) 966-8001 Twitter: @KateCongreves agbio.usask.ca Celebrating 100+ YEARS AGBIO Graduate Student Positions, Department of Plant Sciences, University of Saskatchewan Project title #1: Understanding soil health in horticultural and agricultural soils Supervisors: Dr. Kate Congreves and Dr. Melissa Arcand Project description: The proposed research will examine how different horticultural & agricultural practices have influenced soil health, and will identify which key soil attributes are most important in determining soil health. This project will focus on a unique set of long-term trials at the University of Saskatchewan, which have produced vegetables, fruit, or grains for the past several decades. The project will engage a MSc student in field work (soil sample collection), lab work (analysis for numerous soil attributes such as nutrients, organic matter, aggregate stability, etc.), data integration and interpretation (soil health scoring). The candidate will have opportunities to interact with horticultural producers, provincial and federal government researchers, other graduate students and researchers within the Dept. of Plant Sciences and the Dept. of Soil Science at the University of Saskatchewan. Project title #2: Understanding nutrient dynamics in diverse vs simple crop rotations Supervisors: Dr. Kate Congreves and Dr. Richard Farrell Project description: The proposed research will examine crop residue decomposition and soil nutrient dynamics in simplified vs diversified crop rotations. This project will employ 15N tracer techniques to understand nitrogen transformation and loss from above- vs below-ground crop residues over time, and will focus on a ~30yr field trial located at the University of Guelph. The project will engage a MSc or PhD student in field work (plant sampling, soil sampling, and greenhouse gas sample collection), lab work (analysis for plant nitrogen, soil mineral nitrogen, organic nitrogen, and nitrous oxide emissions), data integration and interpretation. The candidate will have opportunities to interact with agricultural producers, government researchers, other graduate students, and researchers within the Dept. of Plant Sciences at the University of Saskatchewan, and also at the University of Guelph (Dept. of Plant Agriculture & the School of Environmental Sciences). To apply for either position, please send your unofficial transcripts, CV and names of two references to: Dr. Kate Congreves, Assistant Professor with the Department of Plant Sciences at the University of Saskatchewan. Email: kate.congreves(a)usask.ca<mailto:kate.congreves@usask.ca> Qualifications: Applicants should hold a Bachelor’s degree with a strong background in natural or agricultural sciences. Expertise in agriculture, horticulture, soil, and plant science is desired. Annual stipend: $21,000 per year for MSc, or $25,000 per year for PhD. Additionally, there are scholarship and teaching assistant opportunities to supplement the stipend beyond this base level.

1 0

Re: [Plants-grads] Last Reminder for abstract and title submission
by Yang Lin 27 Feb '17

27 Feb '17

Dear Fellow Grad Students Here is the invitation from Gurcharn Brar, the Chair of the University of Saskatchewan Plant Science Graduate Student Association. All students are welcome to register the symposium before March 10th, even though you are presenting neither your results or your proposal. For students who have financial difficulties for accommodations, there are some possibilities that the University of Saskatchewan might cover/split the costs of the accommodations. So far, 20+ students from NDSU have planned to come to this symposium. It will be a great opportunity for us to network with students from different universities. Best Regards, Yang Lin Ph.D Student Room 148 at Agriculture Building Department of Plant Science University of Manitoba Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2 Tel: (204) 963-5329 ________________________________ From: Brar, Gurcharn <gurcharn.brar(a)usask.ca> Sent: Monday, February 27, 2017 12:46 PM To: Yang Lin Cc: Petruic, Moria Subject: Re: Last Reminder for abstract and title submission Hi Yang, Sure thing. We will get you the parking permit. You will need 2 parking pass, right? On accommodation, 2-4 students may have to share a room depending on our budget. I hope that is k for you. Also, Yang, would you mind circulating an email saying that all students, faculty, techs, post-docs etc. who wish to attend symposium will have to register, doesn’t matter they present or not. The registration is open to everyone and not just grad students. The registration deadline is March 10. Thanks, Gurcharn From: Yang Lin <liny3457(a)myumanitoba.ca<mailto:liny3457@myumanitoba.ca>> Date: Monday, February 27, 2017 at 12:24 PM To: "Petruic, Moria" <mep985(a)mail.usask.ca<mailto:mep985@mail.usask.ca>> Cc: Gurcharn Brar <gurcharn.brar(a)usask.ca<mailto:gurcharn.brar@usask.ca>> Subject: Re: Last Reminder for abstract and title submission Hi Moria Thanks so much for asking the group rates.[?] Appreciate you guys' time! Also, we will come in two vehicles. Will it be possible to get a two-day parking pass at UofS. Best Regards, Yang Lin Ph.D Student Room 148 at Agriculture Building Department of Plant Science University of Manitoba Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2 Tel: (204) 963-5329 ________________________________ From: Petruic, Moria <mep985(a)mail.usask.ca<mailto:mep985@mail.usask.ca>> Sent: Monday, February 27, 2017 9:09 AM To: Yang Lin Subject: Re: Last Reminder for abstract and title submission Hi Yang, I will get those to you this morning! As for group rates, we haven't worked any out as of yet. I was hoping to do that today and I was going to contact the Park Town and the Best Western for that. I will also let you know about that once it is all done! Also- we are experiencing some technical difficulties with our abstract submissions through the website. Would you be able to provide me with the following student's emails so they can submit their abstract directly to me?: Karuna Kapoor Laura Schmidt Bruce Pei Karunur Rashid Ashley Ammeter MM Uzzal Ahmed Liton Leanne Koroscil Thank you! And so sorry for the inconvenience! Moria Petruic MSc Candidate Department of Plant Sciences Room 4C18, 51 Campus Drive University of Saskatchewan Saskatoon, SK S7N 5A8 Phone: 306.868.7687 ________________________________ From: Yang Lin <liny3457(a)myumanitoba.ca<mailto:liny3457@myumanitoba.ca>> Sent: February 27, 2017 8:40 AM To: Petruic, Moria Subject: Re: Last Reminder for abstract and title submission Hi Moria Thanks for the information [?] Just a curious question whether these hotels provide any discount or price code for students attending this symposium or not? Will students from other universities plan to stay at hotel rooms as well? If you do not mind, could you mind sending me the names of UofM students who submitted their abstract? Thanks for your time. Best Regards, Yang Lin Ph.D Student Room 148 at Agriculture Building Department of Plant Science University of Manitoba Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2 Tel: (204) 963-5329 ________________________________ From: Petruic, Moria <mep985(a)mail.usask.ca<mailto:mep985@mail.usask.ca>> Sent: Monday, February 27, 2017 7:52 AM To: Yang Lin Cc: Brar, Gurcharn Subject: Re: Last Reminder for abstract and title submission Hi Yang, As for hotels, the Park Town is an excellent option. It's close to the University and has a free shuttle. As well, there is the Radisson, Sheraton or Best Western all near by. I will include the links below. https://www.bestwestern.com/en_US/book/hotel-details.68029.html?iata=001718… Saskatoon Hotels | Best Western Plus East Side<https://www.bestwestern.com/en_US/book/hotel-details.68029.html?iata=001718…> www.bestwestern.com Looking for Saskatoon Hotels? Stay at the modern Best Western Plus East Side when traveling to Saskatchewan, CA. Enjoy free breakfast & high-speed Internet. Saskatoon Hotels | Best Western Plus East Side<https://www.bestwestern.com/en_US/book/hotel-details.68029.html?iata=001718…> www.bestwestern.com Looking for Saskatoon Hotels? Stay at the modern Best Western Plus East Side when traveling to Saskatchewan, CA. Enjoy free breakfast & high-speed Internet. http://www.sheratoncavaliersaskatoon.com/ [http://www.starwoodhotels.com/pub/media/739/she739ex.37273_md.jpg]<http://www.sheratoncavaliersaskatoon.com/> Sheraton Cavalier Saskatoon Hotel<http://www.sheratoncavaliersaskatoon.com/> www.sheratoncavaliersaskatoon.com Sheraton Cavalier Saskatoon hotel offers modern guest rooms, suites, meeting spaces and public areas in the heart of downtown Saskatoon. Take a stroll along the ... https://www.radisson.com/saskatoon-hotel-sk-s7k6x6/sksaskat [https://cache.carlsonhotels.com/ow-cms/rad/images/Logos/Radisson_200x200pix…]<https://www.radisson.com/saskatoon-hotel-sk-s7k6x6/sksaskat> Saskatoon Hotel with Pool and Waterslide | Radisson Hotel ...<https://www.radisson.com/saskatoon-hotel-sk-s7k6x6/sksaskat> www.radisson.com The Radisson hotel in downtown Saskatoon near the business district features an indoor pool, a waterslide and a view of the Saskatchewan River. Book today! If you have any further questions, please let me know. Moria Petruic MSc Candidate Department of Plant Sciences Room 4C18, 51 Campus Drive University of Saskatchewan Saskatoon, SK S7N 5A8 Phone: 306.868.7687 ________________________________ From: Yang Lin <liny3457(a)myumanitoba.ca<mailto:liny3457@myumanitoba.ca>> Sent: February 24, 2017 9:55 AM To: Brar, Gurcharn Cc: Petruic, Moria Subject: Re: Last Reminder for abstract and title submission Hi Gurcharn I submitted my abstract and have not seen any confirmation notice whether the word file is received or not. Does it mean that the submission failed since I have not seen a Thank You message? What another option of accommodations can U of M students choose beside hotel rooms? It will be nice to have more than one option/hotel the UofM students can choose from [?] Best Regards, Yang Lin Ph.D Student Room 148 at Agriculture Building Department of Plant Science University of Manitoba Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2 Tel: (204) 963-5329 ________________________________ From: Brar, Gurcharn <gurcharn.brar(a)usask.ca<mailto:gurcharn.brar@usask.ca>> Sent: Wednesday, February 22, 2017 10:12 PM To: Yang Lin Cc: Petruic, Moria Subject: Re: Last Reminder for abstract and title submission Hi Yang, Thanks so much for helping us out in spreading a word on our symposium. For title submission everyone should get a thank you message and for Abstract too. However, we are meeting on March 1 and I will confirm with Moria. A student from Montana state emailed me the abstract too just because he did not receive any conformation message. So far NDSU is leading with about 20+ students coming. Also, Yang we will be in touch with you to arrange for accommodation! Unless U of M student association can afford paying for hotel rooms, we can get some rooms for U of M students. Thanks again, Gurcharn From: Yang Lin <liny3457(a)myumanitoba.ca<mailto:liny3457@myumanitoba.ca>> Date: Wednesday, February 22, 2017 at 10:07 PM To: Gurcharn Brar <gurcharn.brar(a)usask.ca<mailto:gurcharn.brar@usask.ca>> Subject: Re: Last Reminder for abstract and title submission Hi Gurcharn I sent a reminder and the last encouragement to this symposium on this morning to all grad students at uofm. Will students get any confirmation email/notice after submitting their abstracts? Last time, students did not get any confirmation after submitting their title and were wondering whether they succeeded on the submission or not, since it was conducted through online. It would be nice to have a confirmation notice, if it is possible or not taking too much your time :) Thanks for sending me a reminder :D Regards, Yang Sent from my iPhone On Feb 22, 2017, at 18:43, Brar, Gurcharn <gurcharn.brar(a)usask.ca<mailto:gurcharn.brar@usask.ca>> wrote: Hi Yang and Jordan, Do you mind sending out last reminder to graduate students for symposium title and abstract submission deadlines, please? Jordan, can you do this for Plant Pathology Department at NDSU as well? Cheers, Gurcharn

1 0

Gwen Rue Memorial Scholarship
by Martha Blouw 27 Feb '17

27 Feb '17

Gwen Rue Memorial Scholarship This scholarship will be offered to one graduate student who: (1) is enrolled full-time in the Faculty of Graduate Studies in a Master's or Ph.D. program delivered by the Department of Plant Science with a focus on: (a) crop and food production; or (b) climate change. Preference will be given to a student focusing on both (a) and (b); (2) has achieved a minimum degree grade point average of 3.0 over the last 60 credit hours of completed university level study (or equivalent); (3) has received a nomination from a graduate student, academic or support staff member of the Department of Plant Science. Nominations are to consist of a letter outlining the reasons why the nominee should be considered for the award and be submitted to the Head of the Department of Plant Science. Nominees for the award must have made notable contributions to the Department of Plant Science, particularly in areas directly benefiting graduate students. This may include: * involvement in the Graduate Student Association (GSA); * participating on Department, Faculty, or University committees; * providing encouragement or advice to other students; * serving as a spokesperson for graduate students; * organizing special events; * taking part in any other activity that serves the interests of graduate students and/or the Department of Plant Science. . VALUE: $1575 DEADLINE: Friday, March 17, 2017

1 0