[ES_JOBS_NET] M.S. Positions in Watershed Science Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (IL, USA)

[Black, Alan]

We are pleased to announce the Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) Watershed Scholars Program for students pursuing a Master's degree in environmental sciences, biology, chemistry, or civil engineering with an emphasis in Watershed Science. Selected students will receive a tuition waiver and $10,000 scholarship for each of the two years they are in the program, as well as funding to attend conferences and to purchase equipment and tools needed to complete their research. In addition, students will participate in thesis and research workshops, career panels, scientific and technical seminars, and mentoring from a variety of sources. Eligible students are required to have an income of $22,540 or less at program start date (Fall 2022). Scholars must be U.S. citizens, permanent residents, or admitted refugees.



Students applying to SIUE master's programs in Biological Sciences<https://www.siue.edu/artsandsciences/biologicalsciences/graduate/index.shtml>, Chemistry<https://www.siue.edu/academics/graduate/degrees-and-programs/chemistry/>, Civil Engineering<https://www.siue.edu/academics/graduate/degrees-and-programs/civil-engineering/>, or Environmental Sciences<https://www.siue.edu/academics/graduate/degrees-and-programs/environmental-sciences/> are eligible to apply for the Watershed Scholars program. Students with an interest in sustainable watersheds and backgrounds in biology, chemistry, engineering, ecology, geography, geology, environmental sciences, fisheries sciences, wildlife management, natural resources, environmental archaeology, geosciences, and paleosciences are encouraged to apply.



After being admitted to the SIUE graduate program, potential scholars must then apply to the Watershed Scholars Program<https://siue.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_d1pMxH14FS8u9oi>. Potential scholars will be asked to provide a written statement (250-500 words) describing their interest in watershed science research and, if applicable, any prior relevant research experience. Potential scholars must also complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA - https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa) to be considered for a scholarship.



Please share this excellent scholarship opportunity with students who may be interested.



Applications are due March 31, 2022 and will be considered on a rolling basis thereafter if funding is available. Further information, including details on how to apply can be found on the Watershed Scholars website<http://www.siuestemcenter.org/s-stem-watershed-scholars-program/>. If students have any questions, please encourage them to contact the Watershed Scholars project lead, Dr. Adriana E. Martinez at adrmart at siue.edu. This program is funded by the National Science Foundation DUE Award #2130471.


Alan W. Black, PhD (he/him/his)
Assistant Professor, Department of Geography and GIS
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
1402 Alumni Hall, Campus Box 1459
Edwardsville, IL 62026-1459
office: 618-650-2790
http://www.siue.edu/artsandsciences/geography/
alanblack.net<https://alanblack.net/>

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