THE ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES INSTITUTE AT SANTA CLARA UNIVERSITY
New textbook released by Kareiva and Marvier INSIDE THIS ISSUE: Winter 2011 Course Offerings
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Fall 2010 Seminar Series
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Broncos Helping the Community
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What to do with your degree?
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Internship Guide
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Office of Sustainability
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ESI Shirts Selling like hotcakes!
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New Book Challenges Conservationist to Balance the Needs of People and Nature Peter Kareiva and Michelle Marvier of the Environmental Studies Institute have published the first textbook to explore the scientific foundations of conservation while highlighting strategies to better connect its practice with the needs and priorities of a human population that is growing by a quarter million people every day. Conservation is a scientific enterprise and social movement that seeks to protect nature, including Earth’s animals, plants, and ecosystems. People all too often see conservation as being at odds with human well-being and economic
development. Instead, it can and should be an important strategy for improving human health and welfare. Indeed, Kareiva and Marvier foresee conservation succeeding only if it finds a way to balance the needs of people and nature. Their book explores how conservation can protect nature, not from, but for people. Because conservation is concerned with how humans live on the planet, passions about what needs to be done to achieve success run deep. In fact, the central theme of Kareiva and Marvier’s text—that conservation-
ists must look beyond national parks and other protected areas, where human activity is restricted, to human-altered landscapes and the benefits that nature offers to society—has drawn fire from some conservationists. Conservation requires difficult choices and sacrifices, and Kareiva and Marvier guide their readers to confront those choices. Conservation Science: Balancing the Needs of People and Nature, published by Roberts and Co. is now available at http:// www.robertspublishers.com/.
Baja 2011 Expedition! Applications are now being accepted for the Baja 2010 Expedition to Circumnavigate Isla Espiritu Santo in Baja California Sur, Mexico. The expedition will take place March 17-27, 2011. This year Patrick Archie will once again team up
with Program Director John Farnsworth to lead the expedition, and Professor Chris Beatty will accompany the expedition as guest naturalist. All students participating in the expedition must enroll in ENVS 142, Writing Natural History, and
ENVS 144, Baja Natural History, which will be offered as a single Winter Quarter class TR 9:55. Cost for the expedition is $1,325 plus airfare. Apply here: http://www.scu.edu/ studyabroad/baja.
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Winter 2011 Course Offerings
What will you discover in class this winter?
ENVS 10: The Joy of Garbage,
ENVS 95: SLURP,
4 Units, Hughes.
4 Units, Booth.
ENVS 12A: Cultures and Ideas II: Nature and Imagination
ENVS 101: Capstone Seminar L&L
4 Units, Farnsworth.
ENVS 142: Writing Natural History,
5 Units, Kareiva.
ENVS 21: Introduction to Environ- 5 Units, Farnsworth. mental Science, ENVS 144: Natural History of Baja, 4 Units, Watts. 5 Units, Archie. ENVS 22: Introduction to EnvironENVS 153: Conservation Science, mental Studies, 5 Units, Marvier. 4 Units, Bacon. ENVS 155: Environmental & Food Justice, ENVS 23: Soil, Water and Air L&L, 5 Units, Bacon. 4 Units, Stewart-Frey. ENVS 80: Energy and the Environ- ENVS 197: Communicating Environmental Science: Learning from Failures, ment, 4 Units, Hughes.
2 Units, Marvier.
Global Environmental Politics: POLI 123 “Nowhere is the need to “refresh” our knowledge more evident than in the study of environmental issues and the global political system.”
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Global Environmental Politics will be offered this winter by Political Science professor, Dr. Dennis Gordon. The course examines how the global political system has responded to environmental issues. Topics will include the role of the United Nations, large NGOs such as Green Peace, survival of indigenous peoples, climate change, and environmental justice. The principal concern is praxis, the connection between theory and practice and assignments are designed to apply what is learned in the classroom to actual political processes locally and globally. As stated by Garrett Hardin in “The Tragedy of the Commons,” “Education can counteract the natural tendency to do the wrong thing, but the inexorable
succession of generations requires that the basis for this knowledge be constantly refreshed.” Hardin challenges teachers and students to constantly refresh their knowledge and avoid “doing the wrong thing.” Nowhere is the need to “refresh” our knowledge more evident than in the study of environmental issues and the global political system. International Relations is a field constantly challenged by changes in the global system, changes which question traditional concepts of national sovereignty, power, and justice. While the challenges which underlie globalization are many, none are more dramatic or pressing than those associated with environmental change, conservation, and sustainability.
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Learning the ABCs at Camp Sunshine
Art, BUG, Camp, and Dodgeball also collected a week’s worth of scrap paper and recycled it into our by Michelle Tang, Bronco Urban own paper which the children were Gardens Americorps Member able to draw on. The difference in This summer, the Bronco Ur- the size of our garbage cans from the start of summer to the end was ban Gardens staff co-coordinated Camp Sunshine summer camp with dramatic and shows the children learned not to waste resources. the City of San Jose at the Alma Community Center in South San Camp-out at Camp Sunshine Jose. Over 40 children between the Camp activities included dodgeages of 5 to 12 participated. Camp ball, arts and crafts, playtime, and Sunshine was bursting with activ- staying true to BUG’s roots, garity, running Mon-Fri. 8:00 a.m. to dening! The activity campers en6:00 p.m. For eight weeks, the full joyed most was creating wilderness time BUG staff of Richard at the community center. The idea Jaramillo ’11, Chloe Fitzmaurice- was borne after a camper asked Shean ’12, Michelle Tang ’13, as why “Camp Sunshine” was called a well as volunteers Jessica Peralez camp if they weren’t able to camp '11, Zena Andreani '12, Marty out in nature. So, instead of going Saunders '11, and Catherine Adri- to wilderness, the children created ano '11, worked hard and played their own. Lining the basketball hard! court walls with poster paper, the
changed scary stories and enjoyed each other’s company. A Growing Program The summer was a success; we grew nutritious food, and in the process, a community. The successes of the summer left us enthusiastic for an after school program called Alma Verde, or “Green Soul,” which began on Aug. 23 and emphasizes arts, reading and conflict resolution.
We plan to involve as much of the Santa Clara community as possible; SCU students can participate as literacy and math tutors, as mentors called Bronco Buddies, or by leading various workshops (like campers split into groups, assigned Sustainability at Home or Arts & Crafts Sustainability influenced much camp sites, and painted wilderness. Financial Literacy) on monthly family nights. of the summer camp programming. Campers used bed sheets, chairs, rope and clothespins to make tents We hope you will join us to For example, we used recycled and within a few hours the basket- help us develop a relationship cardboard to sculpt dog houses, ball court had become “Alma Val- between the Alma community cars, and rocket ships. We made and SCU. Check out BUG’s music out of the plastic containers ley.” As we sat around the makeshift campfire made of red and yel- website at http:/ from our lunches and made bean www.broncourbangardens.org maracas with old milk cartons. We low flag-football belts, we ex-
What Can I do with a background in Environmental Studies or Science? Agronomist Archaeologist Building Science Analyst Clean Tech Industry Ecological Risk Assessor Ecologist Ecotourism Official Energy Manager Enologist Entrepreneur Environmental Advocate or Lobbyist Environmental Consultant Environmental Economist ENVIRONEWS
Environmental Engineer Environmental Health and Safety Specialist Environmental Lawyer Farm Manager Fisheries Manager Forestry Manager Geologist GIS Specialist Grassroots Organizer Green Architect Green Energy Finance Heritage Manager Natural Resources Planner
Organic Certifier Policy Writer Researcher Restoration Specialist Science Writer Solar Expert Sustainability Engineer Urban Planner Waste Management Water Quality Analyst Watershed Scientist Wetlands Scientist Wildlife Manager And so much more!
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Internship Guide
At the ESI office and in the Career Center there are binders with hundreds of internships that may interest you. The following is a select list of interesting internships from around the country.
Solyndra – Designs photovoltaic systems for commercial rooftops and emphasizes low instillation costs for its products. The company is based in Fremont, California. You can find jobs and at Solyndra here, www.solyndra.com SWCA Environmental Consultants – Offers internships across the country. Send inquiries to the branch office closest to you. http:// www.swca.com/contact/ Tesla Motors – Tesla requires environmentally minded employees to develop and manufacture their sleek, electric roadsters. There are several Tesla locations in California as well as nationwide. Many positions are technical, such as electrical engineering. Send inquiries to: internshipjobs@teslamotors.com
California:
Oregon:
PRBO Conservation Science – Based in San Francisco, this bird research non-profit organization conducts education programs and research projects in locations from Alaska to Antarctica. Several internships with stipends are offered. Be sure to send in your application a few months in advance. www.prbo.org/ interns/
Physicians for Social Responsibility - This nonprofit is an educational organization committed to the elimination of nuclear and other weapons of mass destruction, the achievement of a healthy and sustainable environment, and the reduction of violence and its causes. http://www.psr.org/ chapters/oregon/ internship-
As an Environmental Studies or Environmental Science major or minor, you are excellently poised for a rewarding career in many fields. The interdisciplinary program at Santa Clara University draws on concepts from a plethora of areas which enable you to become a well rounded candidate for your vocation. One of the best ways to see if you like a career is to participate in an internship. Field experience provides you with first-hand knowledge to help you learn about different aspects of a career.
opportunity.html Washington: Grist – Online environmental newsletter based in Seattle. Offers internships in several fields. Contact at http:// www.grist.org/about/ Bird conservation allows jobs#ti. New York: INFORM – Inform is a national non-profit that produces short films to educate the public about the effects of human activities on the environment and human health. Send applications to: huynh@informinc.org
you to spend time outdoors while adding research experience to your resume
Nationwide: The USGS, EPA, US Forests, Parks and Refuges, and local governments have many sustainable internships. Search their websites for opportunities.
Test drive Tesla Motors with an internship
Abroad: You can do your ESI internship while abroad. Ask your abroad program to help you connect with local organizations. Also, consider a summer internship in another country program such as the Global Fellows.
Raise awareness through an internship
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Inside Story Headline
From the Office of Sustainability:
Sustainability Interns This story can fit 150-200 words.
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also research overYou thecan past two yearsarticles as an or find “filler ” articles by acintern. World Wide Web. free tothecontact Hannah While your main goal of dis- Feelcessing You can write about a variety with any questions about how tributing a newsletter might be of topics but try to keep your to get involved with Sustainto sell your product or service, articles short. key to a ‘11 successful news- ability at SCU at sustainabiliEmily the Orbanek letter is making it useful to tyintern@scu.edu. Much of the content you put in Economics and Environreaders. your newsletter can also be mentalyour Studies used for your Web site. MicroCommunications Intern As the communications intern, part of Emily’s job is profiling students, faculty and staff who are going green in new, innovative and creative ways. She is excited to spread their stories with the Santa Clara community. leases, market studies, and reports.
soft Publisher offers a simple way to convert your newsletter to a Fitzmaurice Web publication. Chloe is So, the new when you ’re finished writing Sustainability Intern for your newsletter, convert to Residence Life. This itpast asummer Web siteChloe and post it. was an
AmeriCorps Volunteer and worked at the Alma Community Center in South San Jose (see pg. 4) as well as working along side BUG members at The Forge Garden and in Hollister. When Chloe isn’t busy as an intern she enjoys spending time outside, good films, pandas, music, and face paint.
Molly Kagel ‘11 History and Environmental Studies Faculty and Staff Initiatives Intern Molly can't wait to promote sustainable habits throughout all departments and offices on campus!
Hannah Slocum ‘11 History and Environmental Studies Student Initiatives Intern Hannah enjoys working with a broad range of SCU community members and spreading the word about sustainability through campaigns, events, and other activities. Projects Hannah focuses on include, facilitating the Student Sustainability Convergence (SSC), promoting the Graduation Pledge, and colENVIRONEWS
Kaelin Holland ‘11 English & Environmental Studies Recycling Intern Kaelin Holland is from Boston and is a senior English and Environmental Studies major. She is the Office of Sustainability's Recycling Intern, and works on recycling and composting initiatives around campus such as waste characterizations, Recyclemania!, and Move-Out programs. She loves seeing the progress that has been Chloe Fitzmaurice-Shean ‘12 made in terms of sustainabilEnvironmental Studies & ity on campus since her Communications freshman year. Resident Life Intern
The SCU Sustainability Team
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Sustainable Campuses Converge to Share Ideas
In June, representatives from SCU attended the 9th annual California Higher Education Sustainability Conference hosted in Los Angeles. The conference featured exhibitors and sponsors from leaders in green business, as well as faculty, staff, and students from California universities. The Santa Clara attendees included Lindsey Cromwell Kalkbrenner and Amy Shachter, as well as Sustainability Interns Chris Woodhouse ('10), Kristin Sterling ('10), Cara Uy ('11) and Hannah Slocum ('11). During the conference each SCU representative gave presenta
tions about specific SCU sustainability initiatives. Shachter presented her work with the SENCER Project (Sustainability and Science Education for New Civic Engagements and Responsibilities), which emphasizes science education with a global and social outlook. Cromwell Kalkbrenner presented on STARS (Sustainability Tracking Assessment and Rating System), a comprehensive and transparent selfreporting assessment she works on with the Office of Sustainability. Sterling's presentation, entitled "Take a Hike!," explained CLASP (Contemplative Leadership and Sustainability Program) which is a class offered by the Leavey School of Business to educate future sustainability leaders.
conference, the Sustainability Interns presented at the Student Convergence where they explained how the Office of Sustainability incorporates Dr. Robert Cialdini's six "principles of influence" to promote a culture of sustainability on campus. The Sustainability Team also featured a poster from Environmental Ethics Fellow Liza Dadiomov ('10), which analyzed the extent to which sustainability is integrated in the SCU culture. The Sustainability Team left Los Angeles with many new ideas which have helped them create new programs at SCU, including the Green Office certifications program. The Office of Sustainability is looking forward to finding further ways to integrate what was learned in LA to existing sustainability programs.
In addition to volunteering at the
SOAP Cleans Up The Office of Sustainability hosted a workshop in early September showcasing its newest program for faculty and staff: the Sustainable Office Award Program (SOAP). Whether you've already taken the initiative to make your office environment more sustainable or you would like to learn how to make your office sustainable, the SOAP program is an excellent way to collaborate,
learn, and have your efforts formally recognized by the University through a departmental award.
tite! Faculty and staff members from departments ranging from the Office of Student Life to the University Library to the Admissions During the kickoff Office enjoyed lunch while event, the program was introduced, ideas and sug- brainstorming ways to increase conservation in their gestions were offered to begin conserving in depart- offices. SOAP is off to a ments and attendees were great start! For more inforgiven small starter packets mation visit http:// of recycled pens, pencils, www.scu.edu/sustainability/ getinvolved/ or email susand even a free membertainabilityintem@scu.edu. ship to the EcoTray program through Bon Appe-
You Can Win the Soap Award too!
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