DON'T FORGET ABOUT OUR MEETING TOMORROW, 3/27, IN ROGERS HALL 122 @ 6PM!

Finally! Our first meeting of the semester is tomorrow!

UPDATE: Due to the impending hurricane, we are rescheduling our first meeting to a later date. It will likely be held the following Tuesday, Sept. 19th. Stay tuned and stay safe!

First meeting of the year! See you there!

LAST MEETING OF THE YEAR! Join us for a potluck in Rogers 122 :)

AWRA Meeting Tomorrow: A Career in Water Resources

Next Meeting 2/21/17:

Our first meeting of the semester is January 17th!

LAST MEETING OF THE SEMESTER!!

AWRA Meeting - Tuesday Oct. 18th!

Next Meeting will be Tuesday, September 20th!

Our second meeting of the semester will be held in Frazier Rogers Hall Room 122 at 6pm on Tuesday, September 20th. Tim Sagul will be sharing from his diverse experiences with water management districts with us. We hope to see you there!

First Meeting of the Semester!

Welcome back everyone! Our first meting is Tuesday, August 23rd. More information on the upcoming AWRA technical meeting and national meeting will be provided, along with pizza!

2016 AWRA Florida Section Annual Meeting

Please email Ian (hahus@ufl.edu) if you are interested in attending! It's gonna be a lot of fun! Registration details and the meeting agenda can be found at the following link: http://www.awraflorida.org/event-2064533

Check out this summer opening in Kaplan's lab!

Watershed Ecology Lab Research Technician

Job Description: Dr. Kaplan’s Watershed Ecology Lab at the University of Florida is seeking a Research Technician to assist with field research. Primary tasks will be related to hydraulic research being conducted in Florida springs and spring-fed rivers. This position requires time in the field in aquatic environments. Much of the field time will be spent on watercraft and in the water. Duration and timing of field work is variable and depend on research needs. Field work may require early morning departures, evening departures, and/or overnight stays.

Tasks include:
Assist with research and collecting of data through complex techniques and procedures, library research, or other project specific methodology.
Assist with interpretation, synthesis and analysis of data.
Maintaining and organizing lab and field equipment.
Preparing field equipment for deployment.
Assisting with the development of research equipment, techniques, procedures, and tests.
Performs other related duties as required.

Preferred Qualifications:
Valid driver’s license
Proficient with the operation of motorized watercraft
Strong swimming abilities
Proficient snorkeler
Able to lift at least 50 lbs

Hours and pay:
Up to 20 hours per week; hours will be variable based on field schedule
$12-14 per hour depending on experience

--

David Kaplan, Ph.D., Assistant Professor

Dept. of Environmental Engineering Sciences

Engineering School of Sustainable Infrastructure & Environment

University of Florida

6 Phelps Lab, PO Box 116350

Gainesville, FL 32611-6350

Phone: (352) 392-8439

Fax: (352) 392-3624

www.watershedecology.org

Last meeting of the semester! Be there...or else!

See you TONIGHT!!

See you guys tonight in Ustler Hall!!

First Meeting of the Semester! 1/26 @ 6PM in Rogers Hall 110. Come see what we'll be doing the rest of the spring!

"Let's Talk About Water" Art Exhibit -- CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS!

The University of Florida Student Chapter of the American Water Resources Association (AWRA) is partnering with the UF Water Institute and the CUAHSI to host "Let's Talk About Water," a campus-wide discussion about water, including a documentary screening of "Last Call at the Oasis," an expert panel & discussion, and an art exhibit, featuring pieces by YOU: students of the University of Florida.

The art show will take place on February 15, 2016, following the screening of "Last Call at the Oasis" at Ustler Hall. The exhibit will be a showcase of students' water-related art of any medium (photography, painting, drawing, sculpture, ceramics, graphic design, etc...). Both undergraduates and graduate students of any discipline/major are invited to submit artwork or any questions to jennifermadler@ufl.edu. The deadline for submissions is JANUARY 15, 2016. 






More details: 

• We are limited to 25 pieces in the exhibit; pieces will be selected by the AWRA board and we will confirm your selection shortly after the January 15th deadline.
• Your piece will be on display at Ustler Hall for the evening of February 15 during a reception that will take place following the screening of Last Call at the Oasis
• Admission to the documentary screening and reception are free, but you do need to sign up ahead of time (we will post the link here when registration begins)
• If you are selected, please arrive at Ustler Hall at 5:00pm with your piece of artwork -- for photographs, paintings, etc., there will be easels set up, and there will be tables for other pieces.
• Where is Ustler Hall? Here is a map/directions (it's next to the Florida Pool and the stadium)

Rest assured, his presentation will be anything but a drag. See you on Tuesday!