Gething Travel Awards

Announcing the 2008-2009 Thomas and Mary Kay Gething Travel Awards!

The Southeast Asia Center is pleased to announce the 2008-2009 Thomas and Mary Kay Gething Awards for graduate student travel. These awards were made possible by a generous contribution by Tom and Mary Kay Gething to assist students in presenting Southeast Asia-related papers at academic conferences.

To apply, please submit your paper abstract, a brief cover letter including your discipline and field of research, the name, date and location of the conference and a proposed budget to Sara Van Fleet, Associate Director, Southeast Asia Center, 303 Thomson Hall, Box 353650, University of Washington, Seattle 98195. You may also email the documents to saravf@u.washington.edu. Priority will be given to students whose papers have been accepted for presentation.

Deadline: November 21, 2008. Announcements made in early December.

Teaching Assistant - Program on the Environment

Teaching Assistant, Program on the Environment ENVIR 100, Winter 2009
1/05/09 to 3/20/09

The Program on the Environment (PoE) is an interdisciplinary program emphasizing undergraduate education in environmental studies. ENVIR 100 is the gateway course to the Environmental Studies major and is the first in a
3 quarter series of classes required of all ENVIR major and minors. This course is open to all undergraduates.

There will be 6 discussion sections for this course, and 3 T.A.s will be
hired to lead two discussion sections each. Each T.A. will lead one
Tuesday section and one Thursday section, unless mutually satisfactory trades can be made.

3 Graduate T.A. Positions with Environmental Studies Winter Quarter 2009 will be hired from this applicant pool.

Course Information:
Course Number and Name: ENVIR 100: Environmental Studies: Interdisciplinary Foundations Quarter Offered: Winter 2009
Instructors: Tom Hinckley, College of Forest Resources, and Yoram Bauman, Program on the Environment (Ph.D. in Economics) Course Website: http://courses.washington.edu/envir100
Course Schedule: Lecture: MWF 12:30-1:20; Discussion Sections: Tuesdays or Thursdays 10:30-12:20 or 1:30-3:20

TA responsibilities include:
Attending all lectures
Running two 2-hour discussion sections
Grading
Arranging lecture and discussion logistics and activities, and preparing course materials Additional course-specific requirements of the instructors

Requirements:
Academic standing as a UW Graduate Student and eligibility to hold a Graduate Student Assistantship.
Availability for full appointment timeframe (1/05/09 to 3/20/09)

Previous college teaching experience
Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills Current graduate students who can bring their interdisciplinary experience and perspective to environmental education.

Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration.

Conditions of Employment:

Currently registered UW graduate student
Compensation: Based on standard UW rates determined by student standing.

Application Materials:
Part of the application process for this position includes completing an on-line cover letter assessment as well as the Employment Eligibility Assessment to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process. The assessments will appear on your screen for you to complete as soon as you select "Apply to this Position" on this job announcement. Once you begin the assessment, it must be completed at that time. If you select to take it later, it will appear on your "My Jobs" page to take when you are ready. Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until the assessment is complete.

Applicants should submit:
(1) Current CV/resume, no more than 2 pages worth of text;
(2) Two references (name, title, phone, email) familiar with your teaching abilities;
(3) Cover Letter Assessment, no more than 2 pages worth of text, stating what strengths you would bring to serving as a teaching assistant in an interdisciplinary environmental studies course, as well as your strengths and background relevant to the specific activities outlined in the position and course description.

ENVIR 100 Course Description:
This course will introduce the interdisciplinary approach to environmental studies. The distinguishing feature of the course is that it will present the development and application of fundamental concepts from the humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences toward a spectrum of environmental issues. Hence, the course will both contribute to the educational goals of providing students with experience in interdisciplinary approaches, while complementing and laying the foundation for students to explore an array of more advanced courses focused on environmental sciences, policy, and humanities. The course will introduce students to the development of environmental ideas through classic and current literature that addresses the events and people that have influenced the ethical, political, social, and scientific dimensions of studying the environment. See course website for more information: http://courses.washington.edu/envir100/

Application Timeline
Application review begins immediately. Applications will be reviewed as they are received.

For priority consideration, apply by: November 9, 2008
Notification: November 21, 2008
Acceptance: November 24, 2008

FLAS Fellowship Workshops

Foreign Language and Area Studies (FLAS) Fellowship Information Sessions at UW-Seattle

• Tuesday, November 4, 4:30-5:20pm, Thomson 202 • Friday, November 7, 1:30-2:20pm, Thomson 202 • Wednesday, November 12, 3:30-4:20pm, Thomson 211

• Friday, November 14, 4:30-5:20pm, Thomson 202

• Friday, November 21, 4:30-5:20pm, Thomson 202 • Tuesday, December 2, 4:30-5:20pm, Thomson 202

• Friday, December 5, 4:30-5:20pm, Thomson 202

Current and incoming Graduate and Professional Students* planning to take intensive foreign language** courses during Summer 2009 and or intending to study foreign language and area or international studies during Academic Year 2009-10, mark your calendars now for one of the above sessions and R.S.V.P. to macurtis@u.washington.edu

Each workshop will cover FLAS fellowship benefits and requirements, the application process, and how summer and academic year awards may be used for study in the US or abroad.

Summer awards pay tuition up to $4,000, plus a $2,500 stipend. Graduate appointee health insurance is paid out of the tuition amount. Travel money up to $1,000 is usually available, but is not guaranteed.

Academic year awards grant tuition up to $12,000, plus a $15,000 stipend. Graduate appointee health insurance is paid out of the tuition amount.

Bring your questions. Applications will be provided. Or pick up an application in advance in Thomson 111 or 126. You may also download it from http://jsis.washington.edu/advise/catalog/flasapp.html

The deadline for filing applications is January 15, 2009.

For more information contact: Mary Ann Curtis, FLAS Fellowship Coordinator, macurtis@u.washington.edu

*To qualify for the award you must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.

**2009-10 FLAS award languages: Arabic, Bengali, Bosnian/Croatian/Serbian, Bulgarian, Burmese, Chinese, Czech, Danish, Estonian, Filipino/Tagalog, Finnish, French, German, Hebrew, Hindi, Indonesian/Malay, Italian, Japanese, Kazak, Kirgiz, Korean, Latvian, Lithuanian, Norwegian, Persian, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Russian, Spanish, Swedish, Tajik, Thai, Turkish, Uighur, Urdu, Uzbek, and Vietnamese.

Assistant to Associate Director - UWCC HuskyJobs Program

(THIS IS NOT A GRADUATE STUDENT ASSISTANT POSITION! It will NOT waive your tuition. However, it does have a higher hourly wage than most work-study positions on campus...)

Graduate student needed to assist Associate Director of Employer Relations with the University of Washington Career Center HuskyJobs Program

Job Description:

• Respond to employer inquiries regarding the job listing and student resume service. Post job listings to the electronic database and review employer posted job listings to ensure they comply with University and Center policies as well as applicable State and Federal law; that it is a bona fide employer; the request is formatted correctly; the description and application instructions are clear; and that the employer does not already have an account with HuskyJobs.

• Respond to employers or job announcement flyers that come into the office by sending instructions on how to register with Symplicity and/or how to post with other appropriate venues for the position. Make appropriate referrals to the Campus Recruiting Program, student organizations, and other career service programs on campus.

• Keep the associate director informed of critical issues with employers. Survey employers and ensure that the database has current job postings. Support the collection of statistical information related to student employment. Generate reports as needed.

• Respond to student and alumni inquiries regarding HuskyJobs on-line program, verify status, and unblock or establish new account. Resolve problems and respond to employer inquiries requiring substantial knowledge of Center’s policies and procedures regarding the job listing and student resume service.

Qualifications:
Proven ability in the operation of a complex, interactive database management system such as Symplicity. Strong interpersonal skills; ability to use tact and diplomacy in working with students, alumni, employers, coworkers, supervisors and others in a friendly, courteous manner both face to face and on the telephone. The person in this position must have excellent communication skills. Ability to deal with interruptions and a heavy volume email and telephone contacts daily. Experience with word processing and database systems (e.g., Word, Excel, ACCESS). Accurate keyboarding skills. Knowledgeable and accurate in formatting letters and reports. Commitment of up to 19 hours per week through the end of academic year required.

To apply:
Send resume, cover letter and two references to:
Barb Terry
UW Career Center, Box 352810
134 Mary Gates Hall
bjterry@u.washington.edu
206-543-9105

Deadline 5:00 p.m., Friday, November 7, 2008

WORK STUDY STUDENTS ENCOURAGED TO APPLY!
Compensation is $17/hr

FLAS Fellowships

Apply now for Foreign Language and Area Studies Fellowships!

Application packets for Title VI Foreign Language and Area Studies (FLAS) Fellowships are now available for students to pick up from the Jackson School of International Studies, Office of Student Services in Thomson 111. Incoming and current graduate and professional students from all departments and schools are encouraged to apply. The deadline is January 15, 2009.

Incoming and current M.A and Ph.D. students, who are U.S. citizens or permanent residents, and plan to study a modern foreign language, in combination with area or international studies or international aspects of professional fields, are eligible for Academic Year awards. Summer fellowships are granted to those who will be engaged in intensive foreign language study in the U.S. or abroad.

FLAS fellowships are funded by the U.S. Department of Education through eight National Resource Centers located in the Jackson School of International Studies: Canada, East Asia, Global (International) Studies, Middle East, Russia/East Europe/Central Asia (REECAS/Ellison), South Asia, Southeast Asia and West Europe.

Summer 2009 awards will provide tuition up to $4,000, plus a living allowance of $2,500. Travel awards up to $1,000 are available with summer awards only. Academic year 2009-10 fellowships will grant tuition up to $12,000, plus a stipend of $15,000. Graduate appointee health insurance is paid out of the tuition amount.

Graduate Research Assistant - Center for Reinventing Public Education

Our University of Washington Bothell, Center on Reinventing Public Education
has an outstanding opportunity for a GRADUATE RESEARCH ASSISTANT, IT/COMPUTING SUPPORT.

The Center on Reinventing Public Education (CRPE) is a research center at the University of Washington Bothell. The Center engages in research and analysis aimed at developing focused, effective and accountable schools in urban areas, and systems that support them. The Center’s work seeks to inform community leaders, policy makers, school and school system leaders and the research community. The Center pursues a national program of research and development on such proposals as charter schools, school contracting, equitable district budgeting policies, choice, and school system decentralization. It also conducts research into reform initiatives in Washington State and the Seattle Public Schools.

BASIC FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The CRPE Research Assistant for CRPE IT/Computing Support will support the research of the center by providing general computer support to the Center’s approximately 35 staff members, including faculty, researchers and graduate students, along with collaborators and contractors. We are a predominantly Apple computing environment.

Responsibilities include:

o Provide technical support to all Center staff – installing, maintaining and upgrading Macs connected to onsite and campus servers and resources via Ethernet and onsite wireless. Including support given over phone/email to off-site staff.
o OSX Server (Xserve): immediate backups, restorations, user account updates/management, etc. using Retrospect, ARD, and Workgroup Manager.
o Windows XP Secure Data Network (SDN) Server: installing new data sets, software, patches as needed; troubleshooting printer and software issues along with the 5 Windows XP workstations.

o Update and maintain system level software (Mac OS 10.3 through OS X 10.5.4, device drivers, memory managers and communications and network software). Install and configure hardware, software, and peripheral devices to allow easy and secure interface with our server and UW computing network.

o Assist in software support (provide training, troubleshooting and maintenance) for all Center staff including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and especially Endnote, Adobe design products, SPSS, FileMaker Pro, Palm (along with synching issues).

o Track and maintain computer inventory, insurance database, and software inventory and compliance.

o Analyze current systems and research new product releases, security patches, updates, relevant new technology, and methods in order to streamline and improve processes. Evaluate and communicate proposed updates/changes, along with costs, to staff.

o Other duties as assigned.

The Research Assistant will report to Paul Hill, PhD, Research Professor at CRPE and will consult closely with the Center’s research faculty and staff.

Position Location: CRPE is located in an off-campus office (near the main Seattle campus), by Gasworks Park in the Wallingford neighborhood of Seattle.


To Apply : Please email cover letter and resume to Karen Mooseker at kmoose@u.washington.edu.

Date Available: October 31, 2008

Application Deadline: October 31, 2008

Notification Deadline: November 7, 2008
Requirements:
Current UW Graduate Student in Computer Science or other discipline with demonstrated technology skills and experience.

o Experience with Apple computer support (OS 10.3 -10.5.4), with at least two years of increasing responsibility.
o Proficient with OS Xserve, including configuring and troubleshooting Workgroup manager and Retrospect
o Familiarity with Windows XP; proficiency configuring and troubleshooting workstation, server, and LAN functionality
o The candidate must possess excellent communication skills, with ability to pleasantly and professionally relate technical issues to non-technical staff. Must be able to prioritize, multi-task and follow through. IT Help-desk or technical support experience preferred.

Candidates must possess excellent organizational skills with a demonstrated ability to think analytically and creatively. Also required are excellent written and oral communication skills, and the ability to self-direct and organize time and tasks.

Desired:
Formal Apple training a plus. Database experience (Filemaker Pro) and experience with cross-platform issues; UNIX and/or networking experience; Experience with HTML, BASH, PERL or similar languages; Interest and/or experience in the Education and/or non-profit field; Ability to quickly learn software and identify resources for issue resolution; A background in teaching and/or education policy.

Condition of Employment:
Must be able to lift and move computer equipment.

Graduate Staff Assistant - Sociology

Department of Sociology

Graduate Staff Position: Technology GSA

Provide technical support to faculty, staff, and graduate student lab for the Department of Sociology, up to 20 hours per week or 220 hours per quarter. Operate under the supervision of the senior computer specialist and department administrator.

SOFTWARE SUPPORT:

* Diagnose and resolve software problems in consultation with Senior
Computer Specialist. Follow up with manufacturers and suppliers.

* Install and configure software to allow easy interface with UW
computing system, including networking and internet software.

* Maintain, modify, install, update, and test application software
including standard Microsoft Office applications and antivirus software; and system level software such as operating systems, device drivers, and communications software. Applicant will need to be able to find drivers and other support resources on the web.

HARDWARE SUPPORT:

* Diagnose and resolve hardware problems in consultation with Senior
Computer Specialist. Refer complex problems to Computer Maintenance.
Follow up with manufacturers and suppliers as necessary.

* Install and configure hardware and peripheral devices including
memory, ethernet cards, storage devices, etc.

PROGRAMMING DUTIES:

* Create and maintain portions of the departmental website, using
Macromedia Dreamweaver or other editor, programming in HTML, ASP and ASP.Net.

* Create, modify and maintain Microsoft Access databases.

OTHER DUTIES:

* Set up Windows XP and Vista workstations.

* Provide individual assistance to faculty and staff on use of
software and network resources.

* Keep lab computers and equipment running at optimal performance
via routine maintenance (virus scanning, drive scanning and defragmentation, elimination of illegally installed software, etc.).

* Monitor and maintain security in computer lab, equipment, and
software.

* Maintain equipment inventory database in concert with Senior
Computer Specialist.

* Participate in infrequent special upgrades of equipment and
software; may require occasional weekend or evening work.

REQUIREMENTS:

* Experience with complete setup, configuration and troubleshooting
of Windows XP/Vista.

* Experience supporting and troubleshooting Windows-based hardware.

* Experience developing and maintaining Microsoft Access databases.

* Experience creating web sites that utilize Microsoft's ASP and
ASP.Net technologies, as well as interfacing webpages with Microsoft Access databases.

* Strong customer service focus and ability to effectively interact
with users at their level of understanding.

* Experience maintaining and supporting Microsoft Office suite of
applications.

* Ability to set up and configure email clients for access to UW
email system.

* Experience working with the UW computing systems.

* Experience using a variety of internet tools, including web
browsers; Secure FTP applications; email clients (Outlook Express, Mozilla Thunderbird, PCPine).

Email resume and cover letter to Michael Goldblatt at mgoldbla@u.washington.edu and Michele Conrad at mconrad@u.washington.edu.