Author: c624p459@wichita.edu

This semester, undergraduate students can earn a $500 stipend through participation in a water science communications fellowship designed to enhance their understanding of careers in environmental science and communication. This program not only enriches their resumes but also fosters networking with local professionals in the field.

Students will engage in approximately five to seven project meetings, three field trips and collaborate on a group project. Students from all disciplines are encouraged to apply.

For more details, a Q&A session will be held from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 5 in RSC Meeker Room. This will be a flexible event where you can drop by to learn more and address any questions you may have. Share this opportunity with students who may be interested.

This fellowship is organized by the Environmental Finance Center at WSU and is funded by the Environmental Protection Agency. It is open to citizens of the United States, its territories or to individuals lawfully admitted to the United States for permanent residency.

WSU faculty, staff and students who are Sedgwick County residents are invited to take part in the Sedgwick County Budget Simulator. The online tool offers an opportunity for residents to understand more about the county’s budget and operations while providing a platform for them to express their opinions.

Hugo Wall School of Public Affairs Regents Distinguished Professor of Public Finance, Dr. David Guo, contributed to developing the simulator, an interactive tool designed to enhance public engagement and transparency in the budgeting process.

The Sedgwick County Budget Simulator serves as an opportunity for citizens to dive deep into the intricacies of Sedgwick County’s finances. Users can explore the allocation of public funds and understand the nuanced trade-offs involved in making budget decisions. The last day to participate in the budget simulator is May 23.

Undergraduate students have the opportunity to earn a $500 stipend by participating in a water science communications fellowship. The program will allow you to learn about careers in environmental science and communication, enhance your resume and network with professionals in the community.

Participants will attend approximately five to seven project meetings and three field trips, and they will complete a capstone communications project on a water topic of their choice. Students are encouraged to submit applications in both STEM fields and the humanities, and all undergraduates are welcome.

For more information, attend the Q&A session starting at 10:30 a.m. Friday, Jan. 31 in 256 Rhatigan Student Center, Edmiston Room. This is a come-and-go event where you can stop by to learn more and ask questions.