TED has great talks over various science topics. Check this one out titled: Discovering Ancient Climates in Oceans and Ice, talk by Rob Dunbar.
http://www.ted.com/talks/rob_dunbar.html
Thursday, September 8, 2011
Monday, August 29, 2011
Check out this interesting post about the VA EQ!
This article has some great information about last week's VA earthquake. Check it out!
http://blogs.agu.org/mountainbeltway/2011/08/23/the-mineral-va-earthquake-of-august-23-2011/
http://blogs.agu.org/mountainbeltway/2011/08/23/the-mineral-va-earthquake-of-august-23-2011/
Tuesday, August 23, 2011
Earthquake in Colorado!
Check out this link to learn more about the recent earthquake in Colorado:
http://earthquake.usgs.gov/earthquakes/eqinthenews/2011/usc0005idz/
http://earthquake.usgs.gov/earthquakes/eqinthenews/2011/usc0005idz/
Monday, August 15, 2011
Free Web-cast session at GSA 2011: "T.171 Developing the Global Geoscientist..."
The YES Network is convening GSA Session 215: "T.171 Developing the Global Geoscientist through International Geoscience Networks and Research Projects"
This session will be broadcast via web-cast, and web-based participation is free. Find the session's schedule and register as a web-based participant on the YES Network website: www.networkyes.org/index.php/meetings/gsa_2011/
This session will focus on best practices for cultivating global geoscientists through the use of international geoscience networks and cutting-edge technologies and the development of international research projects from these international networks. This session also highlights the Geoscientists Without Borders® program and its associated projects, including the logistics of establishing projects and the impact the program and projects have made.
Session Chairs: Leila Gonzales, Sophie J. Hancock
Co-sponsoring Organizations:GSA Geoscience Education Division; YES Network; American Geological Institute; Society of Exploration Geophysicists Foundation; GSA Geophysics Division; Society of Economic Geologists
Thank you to the SEG Foundation and the American Geological Institute for making the session web-cast possible.
This session will be broadcast via web-cast, and web-based participation is free. Find the session's schedule and register as a web-based participant on the YES Network website: www.networkyes.org/index.php/meetings/gsa_2011/
This session will focus on best practices for cultivating global geoscientists through the use of international geoscience networks and cutting-edge technologies and the development of international research projects from these international networks. This session also highlights the Geoscientists Without Borders® program and its associated projects, including the logistics of establishing projects and the impact the program and projects have made.
Session Chairs: Leila Gonzales, Sophie J. Hancock
Co-sponsoring Organizations:GSA Geoscience Education Division; YES Network; American Geological Institute; Society of Exploration Geophysicists Foundation; GSA Geophysics Division; Society of Economic Geologists
Thank you to the SEG Foundation and the American Geological Institute for making the session web-cast possible.
YES USA Member Activities at GSA in Minneapolis, MN
Hi YES members!
Those of you who will be attending GSA this year in Minneapolis, MN might want to consider participating in these informal YES Network USA events:
1. Join us for an informal dinner where you can meet other YES USA members to share stories, research and ideas about being a young geoscientist. We will be organizing this informal event the week of GSA once schedules are more finalized. If you are interested, please contact Heather Houlton (the YES USA webmaster).
2. Come join in on the Green Space 5K run as a YES USA member at GSA! It will take place at the Minneapolis Convention Center on Monday, October 10th at 6:30am. Registration is $20, but includes a T-shirt! If you're interested, please contact Tiffany Rivera or Mary Seid for more information!
Those of you who will be attending GSA this year in Minneapolis, MN might want to consider participating in these informal YES Network USA events:
1. Join us for an informal dinner where you can meet other YES USA members to share stories, research and ideas about being a young geoscientist. We will be organizing this informal event the week of GSA once schedules are more finalized. If you are interested, please contact Heather Houlton (the YES USA webmaster).
2. Come join in on the Green Space 5K run as a YES USA member at GSA! It will take place at the Minneapolis Convention Center on Monday, October 10th at 6:30am. Registration is $20, but includes a T-shirt! If you're interested, please contact Tiffany Rivera or Mary Seid for more information!
Friday, August 5, 2011
Short Course offered at GSA 2011
Short Course 515: Setting up a GeoSciML data service to publish your geological map data
Saturday, 8 October 2011, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.Cost: $50; includes continental breakfast and lunch.
Early registration deadline is 6 September, Registration after 6 September costs an additional $3, Cancellation deadline: 12 September
Organizers: Arizona Geological Survey, AGI, and YES Network
This course is aimed at graduate students and early-career faculty who are doing geological mapping projects and are interested in online data publication. GeoSciML is a standards-based data format that provides a framework for application-neutral encoding of geoscience thematic data and related spatial data. Using GeoSciML, you will learn how to set up a GeoSciML data service so that you can publish your geological mapping data in a vendor-neutral format that will allow for data exchange and interoperability. Participants are required to bring their own laptops that are equipped with a wireless connection.
To register for the short course, go to:
http://www.geosociety.org/meetings/2011/courses.htm
Tuesday, August 2, 2011
Remember to Submit Your AGU Abstracts by AUG 4th!
The GSA 2011 meeting abstract deadline just passed, and now it's time to focus on getting those abstracts ready for the AGU 2011 Fall Meeting! Did you know about the sessions that the YES Network is convening at the AGU 2011 meeting? If not, here's the information. Please consider submitting an abstract to one of the following sessions that the YES Network is convening.
ED32: Innovative Education, Outreach, and Communication (EOC) Activities by Early Career Scientists (ECS)
Beyond research, scientists are expected to communicate their science. EOC activities by scientists enhance public understanding of pressing topics, foster scientific literacy among the public, open lines of communication with scientists, and inspire young people to consider science careers. EOC skill development is crucial for ECS. While important for obtaining funding, ECS training generally does not cultivate EOC skills. ECS efficacy in EOC occurs through practical experience and professional development activities. This session aims to highlight innovative EOC activities initiated and conducted by ECS, as well as professional development activities designed to foster these skills.
ED49: The Student-to-Professional Continuum: How to Retain Students and Successfully Transition Graduates into Geoscience Careers
Description: Since the mid-1990's geoscience degree completion rates have remained near 12% for undergraduates and 20% for graduate students. Furthermore, data from NSF indicates that only 30 percent of geoscience graduates work in core geoscience occupations. The US and other developed nations are beginning to see the loss of technical skills in the geoscience workforce, both within academia, government, and industry sectors. The implementation of successful retention and student-to-professional transition strategies are critical for bolstering the supply of new graduates to geoscience occupations.
ED51: Using International Networks to Develop the Future Global Geoscience Workforce
As the geoscience workforce becomes increasingly global, geoscience graduates need to be equipped with strong geoscience skills and experience in international collaboration. Data from the IUGS Global Geoscience Taskforce indicates that developed nations face the immediate need to replace the current wave of retiring geoscientists while developing nations need to bolster human and capital infrastructure to support the training of future geoscientists. International geoscience networks, which remove geographical constraints and connect geoscientists via the web, may help solve the unequal distribution of geoscience capacity while providing geoscience students with the ability to develop international experience.
ED32: Innovative Education, Outreach, and Communication (EOC) Activities by Early Career Scientists (ECS)
Beyond research, scientists are expected to communicate their science. EOC activities by scientists enhance public understanding of pressing topics, foster scientific literacy among the public, open lines of communication with scientists, and inspire young people to consider science careers. EOC skill development is crucial for ECS. While important for obtaining funding, ECS training generally does not cultivate EOC skills. ECS efficacy in EOC occurs through practical experience and professional development activities. This session aims to highlight innovative EOC activities initiated and conducted by ECS, as well as professional development activities designed to foster these skills.
ED49: The Student-to-Professional Continuum: How to Retain Students and Successfully Transition Graduates into Geoscience Careers
Description: Since the mid-1990's geoscience degree completion rates have remained near 12% for undergraduates and 20% for graduate students. Furthermore, data from NSF indicates that only 30 percent of geoscience graduates work in core geoscience occupations. The US and other developed nations are beginning to see the loss of technical skills in the geoscience workforce, both within academia, government, and industry sectors. The implementation of successful retention and student-to-professional transition strategies are critical for bolstering the supply of new graduates to geoscience occupations.
ED51: Using International Networks to Develop the Future Global Geoscience Workforce
As the geoscience workforce becomes increasingly global, geoscience graduates need to be equipped with strong geoscience skills and experience in international collaboration. Data from the IUGS Global Geoscience Taskforce indicates that developed nations face the immediate need to replace the current wave of retiring geoscientists while developing nations need to bolster human and capital infrastructure to support the training of future geoscientists. International geoscience networks, which remove geographical constraints and connect geoscientists via the web, may help solve the unequal distribution of geoscience capacity while providing geoscience students with the ability to develop international experience.
Tuesday, July 19, 2011
New YES Network USA Page on Facebook!
Hi All!
We've created a brand new YES Network USA page on Facebook! "Like" our page to share new stories, events and news on Facebook and get involved!
We've created a brand new YES Network USA page on Facebook! "Like" our page to share new stories, events and news on Facebook and get involved!
Tuesday, May 17, 2011
May 24th - Free AGU Webinar: Introduction to Negotiation Strategy and Tactics
Introduction to Negotiation Strategy and Tactics
Date: Tuesday, May 24, 2011
Time: 1500h–1600h EDT (1900h–2000h UTC)
Registration link: https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/561533048
Did you know that the salary of your very first job after graduation determines your salaries for the rest of your life? Learn the basics of how to create a win-win situation and negotiate right from start to finish in the job decision process. Clarifying your needs and wants, and those of the other party are key. The negotiation skills you learn are valuable in that they can be applied to any situation in your professional (and even personal) life. For more information about this webinar, please visit: http://www.agu.org/careers/careers_in_science/
Date: Tuesday, May 24, 2011
Time: 1500h–1600h EDT (1900h–2000h UTC)
Registration link: https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/561533048
Did you know that the salary of your very first job after graduation determines your salaries for the rest of your life? Learn the basics of how to create a win-win situation and negotiate right from start to finish in the job decision process. Clarifying your needs and wants, and those of the other party are key. The negotiation skills you learn are valuable in that they can be applied to any situation in your professional (and even personal) life. For more information about this webinar, please visit: http://www.agu.org/careers/careers_in_science/
Friday, May 6, 2011
Student-to-Professional Continuum Survey
Please take a few moments to share your thoughts about what methods you think are best for attracting students to geoscience university programs, retaining students through their academic careers and also helping them transition into geoscience careers. The survey is posted on the YES Network website at: http://www.networkyes.org/index.php/std2profsurvey/
Please share your thoughts in the survey, and pass this information along to your colleagues!
Please share your thoughts in the survey, and pass this information along to your colleagues!
Tuesday, March 22, 2011
Webinar Roundtable on Student Retention and Student-to-Professional Transitions
Join us for this AGI GeoConnection webinar! We especially encourage geoscience students and early-career geoscientists to participate in this webinar.
"A Secure Future for Energy, Environment and Hazard Mitigation: Retaining students through the Student-to-Professional Continuum in the Geosciences. "
The geoscience profession is facing critical human resource issues as a result of its aging workforce and trickle of new graduates entering core geoscience occupations. Since the mid-1990's the geoscience degree completion rates have hovered near 12 percent for undergraduates and near 20 percent for graduate students. Furthermore, data from the National Science Foundation’s 2006 statistical databases indicates that only 30 percent of geoscience graduates work in core geoscience occupations. The majority of the geoscience workforce will be retiring over the next decade and data from federal sources, professional societies, and industry indicate this growing imbalance in the profession’s age demographics. Over the past three years, the age demographics for geoscientists in academia and the federal government indicate an acceleration in the loss of senior geoscientists from the profession.
Because of increasing pressure to address issues such as energy supply, climate and other environmental concerns, and as seen with the Japan disaster, strengthening hazard mitigation, there is an expected 23 percent increase in geoscience jobs over the next decade on top of a wave of nearly 50 percent of existing geoscientists retiring during the same time. The U.S. is beginning to see the loss of fundamental technical skills in the geoscience workforce, both within academia and in the applied sectors. Across all fields, future geoscientists will need solid fundamental skills in both geoscience and mathematics that can be applied to different geoscience challenges including water resources, energy, minerals, hazards and climate issues. Given the current trends, many core and specialty geoscience sub-disciplines that are also economically critical are at risk of extinction. Without properly targeted investment in the retention geoscience university students and the successful transition of geoscience graduates into core geoscience occupations, the sustainability of U.S. geoscience academic infrastructure and pursuit of basic geoscience research is at risk.
This roundtable will be a live web-cast. The roundtable will commence with a brief presentation that highlights these main issues and will be followed by Skype chat-based discussion groups on the following topics.
1. How do we successfully retain geoscience students in US university programs?
2. How do we successfully transition geoscience graduates into geoscience occupations?
Roundtable moderators will present their discussion group summaries at the end of the roundtable session. If you would like to serve as a roundtable moderator, please contact Leila Gonzales at lmg@agiweb.
This webinar is co-sponsored by the YES Network's USA National Chapter.
This webinar has been submitted to the Obama Administration’s “Roundtables with Young Americans” initiative, and we have also requested that a person from the Administration be in attendance during this session. *Note: If you would like to have your contact information included in the final report submitted to the Obama Administration's Youth Team, please make sure to fill in the name, address, and email fields on the registration page.
For more information, including registration details, please visit AGI's GeoWebinar page.
"A Secure Future for Energy, Environment and Hazard Mitigation: Retaining students through the Student-to-Professional Continuum in the Geosciences. "
The geoscience profession is facing critical human resource issues as a result of its aging workforce and trickle of new graduates entering core geoscience occupations. Since the mid-1990's the geoscience degree completion rates have hovered near 12 percent for undergraduates and near 20 percent for graduate students. Furthermore, data from the National Science Foundation’s 2006 statistical databases indicates that only 30 percent of geoscience graduates work in core geoscience occupations. The majority of the geoscience workforce will be retiring over the next decade and data from federal sources, professional societies, and industry indicate this growing imbalance in the profession’s age demographics. Over the past three years, the age demographics for geoscientists in academia and the federal government indicate an acceleration in the loss of senior geoscientists from the profession.
Because of increasing pressure to address issues such as energy supply, climate and other environmental concerns, and as seen with the Japan disaster, strengthening hazard mitigation, there is an expected 23 percent increase in geoscience jobs over the next decade on top of a wave of nearly 50 percent of existing geoscientists retiring during the same time. The U.S. is beginning to see the loss of fundamental technical skills in the geoscience workforce, both within academia and in the applied sectors. Across all fields, future geoscientists will need solid fundamental skills in both geoscience and mathematics that can be applied to different geoscience challenges including water resources, energy, minerals, hazards and climate issues. Given the current trends, many core and specialty geoscience sub-disciplines that are also economically critical are at risk of extinction. Without properly targeted investment in the retention geoscience university students and the successful transition of geoscience graduates into core geoscience occupations, the sustainability of U.S. geoscience academic infrastructure and pursuit of basic geoscience research is at risk.
This roundtable will be a live web-cast. The roundtable will commence with a brief presentation that highlights these main issues and will be followed by Skype chat-based discussion groups on the following topics.
1. How do we successfully retain geoscience students in US university programs?
2. How do we successfully transition geoscience graduates into geoscience occupations?
Roundtable moderators will present their discussion group summaries at the end of the roundtable session. If you would like to serve as a roundtable moderator, please contact Leila Gonzales at lmg@agiweb.
This webinar is co-sponsored by the YES Network's USA National Chapter.
This webinar has been submitted to the Obama Administration’s “Roundtables with Young Americans” initiative, and we have also requested that a person from the Administration be in attendance during this session. *Note: If you would like to have your contact information included in the final report submitted to the Obama Administration's Youth Team, please make sure to fill in the name, address, and email fields on the registration page.
For more information, including registration details, please visit AGI's GeoWebinar page.
Monday, March 14, 2011
YES Network sessions at the GSA 2011 meeting
Time is moving fast this year! We already have three sessions accepted for the Geological Society of America's 2011 annual meeting in Minneapolis, MN this October, a short course that we're co-organizing with the Arizona State Geological Survey and AGI, and a networking luncheon that we're co-organizing with GSA and AGI. We have a lot of activities (yes, even more than what I just listed) planned for GSA. See the YES Network website for more info : http://www.networkyes.org/index.php/meetings/gsa_2011/
So, you ask, "How can I get involved?". Here are some ideas to get you started.
So, you ask, "How can I get involved?". Here are some ideas to get you started.
- Submit an abstract to one of the YES Network's topical sessions, and invite others whom you think might be interested in these sessions to submit abstracts as well.
- Join the planning team and help us organize the different YES Network activities. Email Mary Seid (yesnetwork.usa[at]gmail.com) to let her know you'd like to be part of the organizing team.
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