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January 25, 2008
Patricia Verdugo, Editor Submissions to The Drift need to be submitted by 5pm on Thursday to: Please reference the word “Drift” in the subject line.
~In This Edition~ EEB DEPARTMENT NEWS Welcome Lynda Klasky EEB Web Server Down for Maintenance February 2nd EEB Participated Last Saturday in Science Seniors Day Free Back Issues of Science and Nature K-12 Outreach in EEB Monday Seminar Series CoS “The Edges of Life" Seminar Series NEWS FROM OTHER AREAS Executive Vice President and Provost Finalists NEW COURSES/SEMINARS OF INTEREST "Evolutionary Theory & Consumption" - A Seminar Presentation by Gad Saad, Ph.D. First Spring 2008 Entomology Seminar Astrobiology and the Sacred Spring 2008 Lecture Series The Conservation Seminar (RNR 696A Section 2) is Back! FELLOWSHIP/EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES/CLASSIFIEDS Immediate Opening - Research TechnicianEnvironmental Education Position High School Science Fair Judges Needed Science Fair Judges Needed Staff Advisory Council is sponsoring a Night at the Gaslight Theater Room to Rent
~EEB DEPARTMENT NEWS~
Welcome Lynda Klasky
I'd like to officially welcome Lynda Klasky to the EEB administration staff. As many of you probably already know, Lynda works part time on Tumamoc Hill for Mike Rosenzweig and Larry Venable. If you need to communicate with Lynda she can be reached by email at lklasky@geo.arizona.edu by phone at 629-9455 or you can leave a message for her in the newly created Tumamoc Hill mailbox in the EEB mailroom. Lynda will stop by on a daily basis to check the mailbox. Lynda's typical hours "on the hill" are from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm.
Welcome to EEB Lynda! We're glad to have you join us as part of our team.... NetID Password Expiration is Coming Soon
Please be aware that UITS is planning to implement a password expiration policy on NetID accounts starting February 11th. This will be a phased approach, with expiration spread out in groups over a ten week period. NetID is the personal identifier for many services at the university, including access to email, student link and human resources employee link.
EEB Web Server Down for Maintenance February 2nd The EEB web and FTP server will be unavailable Saturday, February 2nd for maintenance all day. If there are any specific concerns with this date please let me know by January 28th so we can work something out.
Have more questions about NetID? Get them answered here: EEB Participated Last Saturday in Science Seniors Day EEB participated last Saturday in Science Seniors Day. High school seniors and their families who visited EEB came from as far away as New Jersey, Arkansas and California. On behalf of EEB, Dan Papaj wishes to thank Jeremiah Hackett who opened his lab up to our visitors, Accelerated Masters' student Chris Schvarcz who led tours of the Hackett lab, and EEB ambassadors Elyse Paluscio and Laura Stein who led people back and forth, and shared their research experiences. Free Back Issues of Science and Nature The Nachman lab is purging their back issues of Science and Nature. If anyone would like any/all of them, please stop by BSW 333. Our holdings for Science include volumes 270-318, and our holdings for Nature include volumes 404-450. K-12 Outreach in EEB
Monday Seminar Series
*Please note time change as of last semester’s seminar time. http://biology.queensu.ca/~eckertc/ Queen’s University, Ontario, Canada
Tuesday “Noon” Seminar Series Title: Identification of Microflora Associated with Fig Wasps (30 mins) Dr. Machado’s Lab
Grant Peterson Dr. Masel’s Lab CoS “The Edges of Life" Seminar Series Today, perspectives are changing on a wide range of issues including the origins of life, how life differentiates itself from its surroundings and the discoveries regarding life that will emerge in the near future. The series will feature prominent researchers that will discuss how science and technology might address issues central to the concept of life. The schedule of speakers (lectures begin at 7 p.m.): Life's Extreme Edge: The Limits of Organic Life on Earth and Other Planets Life's Final Edge: The Origin and Extinction of Species in a Human-Dominated Earth Life's Cognitive Edge: The Role of the Mind and What it Means to be Human Life's Human Edge: Changing Perspectives on the End of Life Life's Technological Edge: The Singularity is Near: When Humans Transcend Biology
~NEWS FROM OTHER AREAS~ Executive Vice President and Provost Finalists
TO: Campus Community FROM: Robert N. Shelton, President RE: Executive Vice President and Provost Finalists
I am pleased to announce that we have selected three finalists in our search for a new Executive Vice President and Provost at The University of Arizona. We had a superb pool of candidates, and the search committee has recommended three individuals with tremendous experience and leadership skills. The three finalists are:
Meredith Hay, Vice President for Research at the University of Iowa Pramod P. Khargonekar, Dean of the College of Engineering at the University of Florida Robert D. Newman, Dean of Humanities and Associate Vice President for Interdisciplinary Studies at the University of Utah You can read the biographies of each of the finalists at the following URL: http://www.president.arizona.edu/provost/
Each of the finalists will be making a two-day visit to campus, beginning next week. As part of those campus visits, each candidate will participate in an open forum for the campus community. If your schedule permits, I encourage you to attend the forums. The forums will be held in the Student Union North Ballroom, from 4 to 5:30 p.m. on the following dates:
Tuesday, January 29 - Meredith Hay Thursday, January 31 - Pramod P. Khargonekar Monday, February 4 - Robert D. Newman
Following the forums, you will have an opportunity to share your comments on the candidates' qualifications. Forms will be available at each of the sessions.
~NEW COURSES/SEMINARS OF INTEREST~ "Evolutionary Theory & Consumption" - A Seminar Presentation by Gad Saad, Ph.D.
Date & Time: Monday, February 18, 2008, 1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Location: Catalina Room, Student Union You are cordially invited to attend “Evolutionary Theory & Consumption” a seminar presentation by Gad Saad, Ph.D. Dr. Gad Saad, an evolutionary consumer psychologist, will discuss the key points of his recently released book, The Evolutionary Bases of Consumption. It is the first academic work to demonstrate the intricate links between evolutionary theory and consumption. The book posits that (1) numerous consumption acts can be mapped onto four Darwinian modules (survival, reproductive, kin, and reciprocity), (2) the contents of cultural products (e.g., advertising images, song lyrics and music videos, movie and television themes, self-help books, etc.) are manifestations of our evolved biological heritage, and (3) various forms of dark-side consumption (e.g., pathological gambling or compulsive buying) possess a Darwinian etiology. Dr. Saad will also discuss some of the ongoing and recently completed empirical projects within this research stream including the relationship between men’s testosterone levels and conspicuous consumption, the effects of the menstrual cycle on consumption phenomena, and an exploration of sequential choice models as applied to the ultimate of all consumption choices – mate choice. Gad Saad is an Associate Professor of Marketing at Concordia University (Montreal, Canada). He received a B.Sc. in Mathematics and Computer Science and an M.B.A. from McGill University and his M.S. and Ph.D. from Cornell University. He has published almost 40 scientific works, many of which lie at the intersection of evolutionary psychology and a broad range of disciplines including medicine (OCD and suicide), behavioral game theory, marketing, advertising, and consumer behavior. RSVP to Annette Garcia (amgarcia@email.arizona.edu) First Spring 2008 Entomology Seminar Department of Entomology - Spring 2008 Seminar Series
S. Patricia Stock, Dept. of Entomology, University of Arizona
Close Encounters of a Mutualistic Kind: The Steinernema-Xenorhabdus Symbiosis
Thursday, January 31, 2008 4:00 P.M. Marley 230 Auditorium
Refreshments served outside auditorium at 3:45 p.m. To be added to our e-mail notification list, please contact Patricia Baldewicz at pbaldewi@ag.arizona.edu, 621-1152, Forbes 410D Astrobiology and the Sacred Spring 2008 Lecture Series Spring 2008 Lecture Series Astrobiology and the Sacred: Implications of Life Beyond Earth Year 4: "Mission to Planets"
In the fourth and final year of the project, we recapitulate the current situation in astrobiology, but return the focus to the home planet. As techniques improve to allow the detection of Earth-like planets, we are reminded of the fragility and the potential rarity of our own ecosystem. From the perspectives of astronomy, history, philosophy, and biology, 11 scientists and writers will consider the Earth within the context of the search for life in the universe.
Tuesday January 29, 2008 Jonathan Lunine - Planetary Scientist "Titan, Organic Evolution, and the Implications of Weird Life for the Sacred"
Tuesday February 5, 2008 Lisa Kaltenegger - Astronomer "Characterizing Pale Blue Dots in the Sky"
Tuesday February 12, 2008 Greg Benford - Author, Astrophysicist "Seeking Ozymandias: Building and Searching for Beacons"
Tuesday February 19, 2008 Roger Angel - Astronomer "Climate Change, Solar Energy and Geoengineering"
Thursday March 6, 2008 - Tuesday March 11, 2008 - Thursday March 13, 2008 Templeton Fellow Jennifer Hecht - Poet, Author, Historian "Cosmic Cosmopolitanism" (March 6) "The Speed of Life and Hoarders of Magnitude" (March 11) "Smarter Than Us" (March 13)
Tuesday March 25, 2008 Lynda Williams - Physicist, Chanteuse "Starship Earth: Future Evolution"
Tuesday April 8, 2008 Alan Weisman - Journalist, Author "The World, With or Without Us"
Tuesday April 15, 2008 Marty Hewlett - Biochemist, Philosopher "What Does It Mean to be Human? Biological, Philosophical, and Theological Issues"
Tuesday April 22, 2008 Tom Boyd - Philosophy, Religion "Preparing the Planet for Interstellar Visitations: A Sense of the Sacred and the Possibility of a Global Ethic"
Tuesday April 29, 2008 Ursula Goodenough - Biologist "Biology and the Sacred: Implications of Life on Earth"
Tuesday May 6, 2008 Nick Woolf - Astronomer "All Hitched Together"
LOCATION All lectures will take place at the UA's Center for Creative Photography. Lectures begin at 7pm and are free. The closest parking garage (hourly fee) can be found at the Park Avenue Garage. Some speakers may have a book signing session after the lecture.
FOR MORE INFORMATION For more information about speakers and their talks, campus maps, posters, and other information please visit our website at: http://scienceandreligion.arizona.edu or email templeton@as.arizona.edu The Conservation Seminar (RNR 696A Section 2) is Back! Each week we discuss ideas and papers that are important to conservation in a fun and friendly manner. We cover a broad variety of topics from the natural all the way to the social sciences. If Interested Please Contact: Chris McDonald: cmcdon@email.arizona.edu, or stop by BSE room 128A or Melanie Culver: culver@ag.arizona.edu
Time: When can you show up? Tell us! Location: BioScience East Reading Room (BSE 218)
~FELLOWSHIP/EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES/CLASSIFIEDS~ Immediate Opening - Research TechnicianI am need of a highly motivated and dependable technician to assist with fire ecology research. I am conducting a project examining the effects of fire on buffelgrass survival and modeling fire behavior in stands of buffelgrass. The technician will work approximately 15 hours/week and must be able to visit the field at least one full day (approx. 9-5) a week. If interested please contact:
Chris McDonald Biological Sciences East 128A
Environmental Education Position
SENIORS/GRADUATE STUDENTS: A local environmental education program seeks a dynamic, responsible classroom presenter who works well with children. A Flexible schedule and your own vehicle required. The pay is great. Email resume and/or questions to outreach@eeexchange.org.
For more information please refer to http://www.eeexchange.org
High School Science Fair Judges Needed
High School Science Fair Judges Needed! Tucson Magnet High is looking for upper-level undergraduates, graduate students, post-docs, technicians, and faculty interested in judging a science fair. The fair will be held Friday February 15, 2008 all day in the school library. The school is located within walking distance from the university on 6th St at Euclid. Judges will be evaluating student posters and/or interviewing students. We need your help during any part or the entire event. If you are interested in participating contact me and let me know what times are good for you. Thanks much,
Margaret Wilch, Honors Research Methods Teacher Kevin Vogel, Graduate Student & BioMe Fellow Please email margaret.wilch@tusd1.org Or call 225-5000 and leave a message
Science Fair Judges Needed
Pusch Ridge Christian Academy (PRCA) is looking for science fair judges, January 28, 2008, 1:00-5:00 Contact: Elaine MacKenzie, elaine.mackenzie@prca-tucson.org 520-797-0107
Lauffer Middle School in Sunnyside (Tucson) is looking for science fair judges. Their science fair will be January 30, 2008 from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. They could use judges who can stay anywhere from a couple of hours to all day. You can contact Ava Beamer, science coordinator at: phone: 520-545-4929 email: avab@susd12.org
Cragin Elementary School, located near Tucson Blvd. and Fort Lowell, is looking for science fair judges, February 5, 2008, from 8-10:30. If interested, please contact Connie Lewis, connie.lewis@tusd1.org 520-232-6700.
For more information please contact Christina Dentel at cdentel@email.arizona.edu
Staff Advisory Council is sponsoring a Night at the Gaslight Theater Staff Advisory Council is sponsoring a Night at the Gaslight Theater on May 6, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. The Gaslight Theatre and SAC invites you to join us for the finest family theatre & dinner entertainment in Arizona. Thrill to authentic foot-stomping musical comedy melodrama, complete with honky-tonk piano playing, sing alongs and much, much more! Cheer the hero and Boo the villain while enjoying mountains of free finger lickin' good popcorn and your favorite soft drink or beer, pizza, ice cream (which you can order from Little Anthony’s located next door)! Room to Rent I'm a postdoc looking for someone, preferably another postdoc/grad student/professional, to rent the 2nd bedroom in an incredibly charming house in historic University neighborhood - wood floors, spacious living and open kitchen/dining room, fireplace, huge gated yard with patio. Walk or bike to university and 4th Ave. Rent $400 + 1/2 utilities. You can see more info plus pictures here: http://tucson.craigslist.org/roo/535082196.html For more information please contact Margaret J. Couvillon at mjcouv@email.arizona.edu ****************************************** Patricia Verdugo Administrative Secretary Ecology and Evolutionary Biology University of Arizona, BSW 310 Ph: 520-621-1588 Fax: 520-621-9190
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