LEED is simply a sustainability scorecard for green buildings. Buildings can become LEED Certified as can people! The best way to break into the sustainability space is to attain the LEED Green Associate. It also shows employers and clients you have certified knowledge in the field. Since the LEED GA exam doesn’t have a stellar pass rate, the value of the extra letters behind your name will carry even more weight.

My workshops have helped nearly 10K students and professionals learn the material cold (important for interview prep) AND clear the exam with a very high passing rate. This semester we are hosting everything online to fit your schedule!

LEED Green Associate (GA) Training – Webinar and Online self-paced options:

I will be offering live webinars that can be streamed on any of the following dates:

1.      October 17 2020 – 1:00PM – 5:00PM EDT 

2.      October 25 2020 – 2:00PM – 6:00PM EDT

3.      November 7 2020 – 3:00PM – 7:00PM EST

4.      November 19 2020 – 5:00PM – 9:00PM EST

5.      December 5 2020 – 1:00PM – 5:00PM EST

6.      January 16 2021 – 1:00PM – 5:00PM EST   –   OR   –

7.      On-demand recordings completed at your own pace

The above options are all identical.

Register for a live webinar or start today with our on-demand recorded workshop completed anytime at your own pace here – https://leadinggreen.com/online

This course is instructed by a USGBC Faculty member and is the most effective way to pass. The USGBC charges a $100 (reduced for students) fee for the actual exam which can now be taken online from home. Save money by reserving your spot today and make a positive difference in your career!

Cost: $200 – Students can use the coupon code ‘green’ for $50 off (Discounted course price $150)

Save your seat by registering here for our live or self-paced option here – https://leadinggreen.com/online

Please contact the instructor Lorne directly with any questions at info@leadinggreen.com

Regards,

Lorne Mlotek BASc., LEED AP BD+C, O+M

Head LEED Trainer at LeadingGreen

+1-416-824-2677

B740 Sandford Fleming Building

10 King’s College Road, Toronto, M5S 3G4

*The 2021 – 2022 Undergraduate / Graduate Scholarship Competition

Deadline: November 01 2020 at 11:59 PM EST (Midnight)

DESCRIPTION

The scholarships for undergraduates are $2,500 per year ($1,250 if you have half a semester) and can be renewed for up to three years. Graduate awards are $3,750 annually up to a maximum of $7,500.

The application will open July 1, 2020 and must be submitted by midnight EST on November 1, 2020. This scholarship is for the 2021-2022 academic year that begins fall 2021. If you are selected as a finalist, you will be notified in February 2021. The next step is an interview with a contractor in your area. Following the interview, scholarship recipients will be selected and announced in March 2021. Students will receive their awards in the fall of 2021.

There are two very important things to remember:
1.) You must meet the criteria to apply as an Undergraduate or Graduate.
2.) Make sure that your recommenders (one teacher and one employer) know that you are requesting their recommendation. Your application is not considered submitted until all sections are complete and you hit the ‘Submit’ button at the bottom of the page. You will receive a confirmation email when your application has been submitted.

Calling all undergraduates and recent graduates in STEM!

Looking for an internship opportunity at a U.S. Department of Energy national laboratory?

Join the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), Office of Science, Office of Workforce Development for Teachers and Scientists (WDTS) for a Virtual Career Fair on Thursday, October 29, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. ET! This is your chance to discover opportunities to participate in the Science Undergraduate Laboratory Internships (SULI) and Community College Internships (CCI) programs at several participating labs/facilities.

During the event, you can:

·      Interact with recruiters, scientists, and researchers

·      Explore information about each lab/facility

·      Learn about the SULI and CCI programs

Registration is now open here.

For more information, including a full list of participating labs/facilities, visit the event website. If you have any questions, please contact ve@orau.org.

Are you interested in learning more about Enterprise at Michigan Tech? Maybe you are thinking about joining Enterprise, but are not sure which team is right for you? Learn more by talking with program staff and students from various Enterprise teams, all in one place!

Participants are able to visit in-person and virtually with teams between 6:00-6:45 PM and 7:15-8:00 PM. During those times, participants may move between multiple rooms to ask questions, check out current projects, and network with team representatives. Learn more about each team below, and come prepared to have fun and learn about Enterprise.

It is a great way to gain experiential learning, build your resume and learn valuable skills about leading and working in teams while earning academic credit for your “capstone” or electives.

Next Mon, Oct 19th, consider attending Enterprise Day (in person or virtually)

Find out more here…
https://www.mtu.edu/enterprise/involved/enterprise-day/

Interested in studying Irish literature, language and music in Ireland? Here’s your chance!
There will be an information session for anyone interested in studying in Ireland (and who wouldn’t?!?!) on Tuesday, October 13th from 5-6 p.m. 

Highlights include:
Irish language study in the Aran Islands

• Dublin
• Ring of Kerry
• Galway
• Irish pub music sessions
• The Abbey Theater
• The Book of Kells
• The Dingle Peninsula and more!
  

Please see the attached flyer for more information.  You can use the registration link to sign up and you will be provided with a Zoom link.
If you can’t make the session on the 13th, there will be a second session on October 28th at 12:00.

Please feel free to contact me with questions!

Libby Meyer, DMA Pronouns: she, her, hers
Senior Lecturer, Music Theory and Composition Director, Music Composition Program

Since we are unable to open the MTU Sustainability Demonstration House (SDH) to the public this semester, we are bringing our house and all of its sustainable systems to you!  You are invited to join us for a series of webinars centered around various aspects of sustainable living:

Tuesday, October 20th: Harnessing Solar Energy for Your Home & Vehicle (6-7pm)

Learn how to size a solar array for your home!https://michigantech.zoom.us/j/81873803467

Wednesday, October 21st: Bite Down on Emissions by Changing Your Diet (6-7pm)

Learn how to save 700 kg of CO2 emissions per year by changing what you eat!https://michigantech.zoom.us/j/89733696370

Thursday, October 22nd: Striving for a Zero-Waste Lifestyle (6-7pm)

Learn practical steps to take to achieve a zero-waste lifestyle while saving $$$!https://michigantech.zoom.us/j/84239350917

Please see the attached flyer for more information and the Zoom webinar links!  

You won’t want to miss out on these talks:

• View live demos of the MTU SDH sustainable systems
• Gain access to valuable tools & resources
• Learn practical and efficient ways to reduce your impact right now

Please email sdh@mtu.edu with any questions or concerns.  We hope to see you there!

Michigan Tech has a new professional engineering organization on campus, MTSEA (Michigan Tech Systems Engineering Association). 

All majors are welcome. The student organization has two upcoming events. Details about the events and contact info are in the email attached below.- Social Event – Tuesday October 12th from 5-6:30pm, Walker Lawn – General Meeting with Ford Senior Technical Lead – October 20th at 7pm, Zoom meeting   + https://michigantech.zoom.us/j/82197730824

If students have questions about how a Systems Engineering Minor will fit with their degree, please contact Amy Monte at efadvise@mtu.edu.

Info Session: Monday, October 12 @ 5 pm

https://michigantech.zoom.us/j/83546786738Zoom Code: 835 4678 6738

Eligibility

• Woman or minority as defined by the Equal Employment Opportunity Program (African American, Hispanic, Native American, Asian or Pacific Islander, Multi-racial)
• Open to high school seniors through college juniors
• Must be currently enrolled or plan to enroll in a STEM Program or other related field of practice at OHM Advisors the following academic year
• Cumulative average grade of a B (3.0 GPA) at the time of application is beneficial but not mandatory

Scholarship Award

• $1,000 educational scholarship
• Number of scholarships awarded varies based on the number of applicants 
• Special consideration is given to applicants living near an OHM Advisors office location
• Previous winners may reapply!
• DEADLINE NOVEMBER 30

https://www.ohm-advisors.com/ohm-advisors-diversity-scholarship

The Global and Community Engagement Conference (formerly D80) is a dialogue and celebration of our efforts to solve issues that confront the world’s poorest 80%. Traditionally, it’s a one-day conference featuring multiple in-person panels. This year, the conference will be delivered in multiple formats, including a lecture series, a Rozsa gallery exhibit, a walking tour, and a series of online interviews with changemakers around the Michigan Tech community.

This year’s theme is “The Pursuit of Social Equality and Representation,” and features keynote speaker Dr. Meghan L.E. Kirkwood. Kirkwood is an assistant professor of Visual Art at Washington University in St. Louis where she teaches photography. Kirkwood’s photography interests concentrate on landscape photography and the ways artistic representations of land help generate and sustain values and attitudes toward the natural environment. In tandem with her studio practice.

Student session: “The Importance of Community Discovery & Obligation: Strategies for Successful Project, Service Learning and Global Experiences,” to be held Wednesday, September 30, 2020 from 6-7 p.m.

When do you immerse yourself fully into a service learning project or global experience? When do you maintain a respectful distance? How do you respect the culture of the community you’re engaging with? This session is designed for student leaders who want to learn strategies to understanding their roles and thoughtfully prepare for engagement opportunities.   

Campus Lunch and Learn: “The Pursuit of Social Equity & Representation: Impacting Classroom and Student Engagement,” to be held Friday, October 2, 2020 from noon-1 p.m..

During a time of national and global uncertainty, it’s important to explore how our interactions with students impact their Michigan Tech experiences. Dr. Kirkwood will discuss the value of presenting diverse narratives while remaining mindful of the unique viewpoints of our students.

Online Gallery Talk: “Hero City: Documentary Photography by Meghan Kirkwood” to be held Saturday, October 3, 2020 at 5 p.m.

Hero City: Documentary Photography by Meghan Kirkwood features a collection of silver gelatin and inkjet photographs made as part of a documentary project about modern Mongolia and its capital city, Ulaanbaatar. Kirkwood’s images of modern Mongolia capture the unique and storied history of its capital city, and its transition through economic and cultural change – and the rich and thriving culture that animates this young Asian nation.

Learn more about the conference, or register for sessions with keynote Dr. Meghan Kirkwood. 

We hope to see you there,
The Global and Community Engagement Conference team

In collaboration with the Pavlis Honors College/Visual and Performing Arts/D80 Conference, this program/lecture is partially funded/sponsored by the Visiting Professor Program which is funded by a grant to the Office of the Provost from the State of Michigan’s King-Chavez-Parks Initiative.