[Plsugs] Plant Sciences Advising Newsletter - December 4, 2018

Valenzuela, Antonio Augustine - (aav11) aav11 at email.arizona.edu
Tue Dec 4 17:37:59 MST 2018 

Happy Tuesday!

Please look below for lots of exciting announcements regarding Spring 2019 courses, job opportunities, and much more!

We wish you luck as you study for finals and get ready to take a much needed break from school!

To view appointment times and drop-in hours and to schedule an appointment with me, click Schedule an Appointment<https://eagle.sbs.arizona.edu/advising/index.php?k=ad61ab143223efbc24c7d2583be69251#245>.

Best,
Antonio and Dr. Quist


Table of Contents:

  1.  Spring 2019 Registration
  2.  Important Dates & Reminders
  3.  Finals Week Events with FREE FOOD!
  4.  Spring 2019 course: PLS 340 Introduction to Biotechnology (flyer attached)
  5.  Spring 2019 course: PLS 472/572 Plant Systematics (flyer attached)
  6.  Spring 2019 course: PLS 245 Plants, Genes, and Agriculture (flyer attached)
  7.  Spring 2019 course: PLS 424R/524R Plant Biotechnology
  8.  Graduating this December? RSVP for the CALS Graduation Convocation
  9.  Job Opportunity – Environmental Management Specialist
  10. Job Opportunity - Transfer Student Center (position description attached)
  11. Job Opportunity – NPC Greenhouse Assistant
  12. Plant Pathology Graduate Study at UC Riverside
  13. Spring Student Engagement Paid Internship Opportunity (flyers attached)
  14. Spring 2019 courses in conservation
  15. Summer 2019 Internship Opportunity – OneUSDA Internship

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  1.  Spring 2019 Registration

Steps to successful course registration


  *   Check UAccess<https://uaccess.arizona.edu/> for any to-do items or registration holds that will prevent registration
  *   Sign up for NetID+<https://it.arizona.edu/netid-plus>. Now required to access all campus services.
  *   Schedule an Appointment<https://eagle.sbs.arizona.edu/advising/index.php?k=ad61ab143223efbc24c7d2583be69251#245> with your Academic Advisor
  *   Add classes to your UAccess shopping cart
  *   Use the “Check Eligibility<https://registrar.arizona.edu/sites/registrar.arizona.edu/files/documents/Check%20Eligibility.pdf>” feature in UAccess to verify that you are eligible for everything in your shopping cart
  *   Have some back up courses ready in case your first choice is unavailable
  *   Finish the enrollment process by adding the classes in your shopping cart to your schedule

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  1.  Important Dates & Reminders

Fall 2018

December 5: Last Day of Classes
·         No registration changes can be made after the last day of classes
·         Last day for complete withdrawal
·         Last day to submit a $25.00 Drop Fee Appeal form
December 6: Reading Day - no classes or finals
December 7-13: Final exam period
December 14: Degree award date for students completing by the close of the Fall 2018 semester

Winter 2018/2019

December 17: First Day of Classes
·         UAccess available for registration
·         First day to file for the Grade Replacement Opportunity (GRO)
·         First day to add classes for audit; instructor signature is required
·         Last day to use UAccess for adding classes, changing classes, or changing sections
·         Deadline to pay tuition without late charges
View all UA registration dates & deadlines <https://t.e2ma.net/click/bxs9cb/neun2t/vovdqm>
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  1.  Finals Week Events with FREE FOOD!


FINAL BEAR DOWN is on Thursday, December 6 at the Grand Ballroom in the Student Union from7PM - 10PM.

FREE TACOS & SNACKS + DJ + PHOTOS WITH SANTA + HOT COCOA & PRIZES!

Take advantage of the FREE events, tutoring services, giveaways, promotions, and online resources.

Get the inside scoop on FSW events here!<http://writeback.arizona.edu/ct.asp?id=3D0F1BFA96B3E84776F5C7F302824CE023D8AE8498F076E3EC6691F769DFC8877736C9463B7A6DE477D703F45EB6AB2701DEC3C945249480FCB41755525E31C2&ct=4aeUsy0AAABCWmgzMUFZJlNZlwtPoAAACRmAAAOAECdn3xAgADFA00MjJiFTCf6qYnoaaafqAy6J15S6RvBcyGlAZnf3GVEmO5QSPRdyRThQkJcLT6A%3d>

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  1.  Spring 2019 course: PLS 340 Introduction to Biotechnology

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  1.  Spring 2019 course: PLS 472/572 Plant Systematics

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  1.  Spring 2019 course: PLS 245 Plants, Genes, and Agriculture
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  1.  Spring 2019 course: PLS 424R/524R Plant Biotechnology
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Any questions, contact: Dr. Monica Schmidt at monicaschmidt at email.arizona.edu<mailto:monicaschmidt at email.arizona.edu>

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8)      Graduating this December? RSVP for the CALS Graduation Convocation
CALS December Graduation Convocation
Saturday, December 15, 2018
9:00 am, Centennial Hall
Congratulations graduate! You’ve done the work, created lifelong memories, and built enduring connections. Now reflect back, look forward, and celebrate your success! On behalf of the College of Agriculture & Life Sciences we're pleased to invite more than 240 bachelor, master, and doctoral students to the 2018 CALS December Graduation Convocation ceremony.

RSVP Today! <https://cals.arizona.edu/events/cals-graduation-convocation-0>

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  1.  Job Opportunity – Environmental Management Specialist


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Environmental Management Specialist






We are seeking a dedicated and highly talented Environmental Management Specialist to support our Global Breeding organization located in Tucson, Arizona (near Marana, Arizona).



If you or someone you know is interested, please visit the appropriate website below (Enter Job Number: 01UHX and search) to review the job description and submit an application. All candidates, internal or external, must apply online. Resumes will not be accepted directly to a manager or recruiter.



Internal Employees<http://w3.hr.monsanto.com/staffing/asp/taleo.asp>



External Candidates and Contractors<https://jobs.monsanto.com/>



We provide employees with competitive wages and a complete package of benefits, which includes: a savings and investment plan, medical and life insurance, dental and vision insurance, health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts, and other work/life resources.



Bayer successfully completed the acquisition of Monsanto in June 2018, bringing together Monsanto’s leadership in seeds and plant traits with Bayer’s leadership in chemical and biological crop protection. By joining forces, we will create even more extensive career opportunities for talent around the world. We’re a global team working to shape agriculture through breakthrough innovation that will benefit farmers, consumers, and our planet.

While we are now Bayer, we will continue to hire using separate career sites until we can integrate our career platforms. We invite you to explore the career opportunities available at the combined company by visiting advancingtogether.com/careers<http://www.advancingtogether.com/careers>.



Monsanto Company is an equal opportunity employer, we value a diverse combination of ideas, perspectives and cultures. EEO EMPLOYER Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled.


Environmental Management Specialist
Req ID 01UHX
Date posted 11/13/2018

We are seeking a motivated Environmental Management Specialist. This position will be located outside of Tucson, Arizona (near Marana, Arizona) and reporting to the Protected Culture Agronomy & IPM Lead. 
The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring consistent and predictable performance of the controlled environment spaces in a cutting-edge, automated greenhouse environment.  Through management of climate, irrigation and lighting this role will be instrumental in supporting the production of high quality corn plants and seed in our 8-acre facility.
Key Responsibilities:

  *   Manage daily environmental conditions, irrigation and programming needs for greenhouse and growth chamber environments
  *   Development and maintenance of environmental growth protocols within PRIVA control system to ensure successful crop production
  *   In partnership with our Engineering and Facilities Teams establish proactive maintenance programs that ensure uninterrupted performance of greenhouse environment
  *   Frequent and timely communication with Engineering and Production Teams to ensure alignment, address challenges, correct errors that may impact plant or seed quality and share best practices
  *   Develop and monitor KPIs and metrics that report on operating performance
  *   Proactive interaction with plant production team to ensure systems are running as intended, analyze/review key data and adjust protocols or recipes
Required Skills/Experience:

  *   BS degree in Agronomy, Horticulture, Agriculture, Biosystems Engineering or related field
  *   A minimum of 5 years of experience in controlled environment agriculture
  *   Experience with greenhouse control systems
  *   Excellent spoken and written communication skills
  *   Demonstrated decision-making ability; self-starter and highly motivated
  *   Possess strong problem-solving skills and ability to address issues
  *   Results/detail-orientation and the ability to work with a sense of urgency
  *   Strong computer skills related to data acquisition and analysis
  *   Strong interpersonal skills and ability to develop and maintain effective relationships
  *   Must be passionate about plant growth work

Desired Skills/Experience:

  *   Knowledge of Plant Physiology, Plant Nutrition, and/or Plant Pathology
  *   Proficiency with PRIVA software and hardware; experience with the PRIVA system for greenhouse climate control
  *   Experience with hydroponic systems, water chemistry and/or nutrient management
  *   Understand fundamental fluid dynamic principles

Bayer successfully completed the acquisition of Monsanto in June 2018, bringing together Monsanto’s leadership in seeds and plant traits with Bayer’s leadership in chemical and biological crop protection. By joining forces, we will create even more extensive career opportunities for talent around the world. We’re a global team working to shape agriculture through breakthrough innovation that will benefit farmers, consumers, and our planet.

While we are now Bayer, we will continue to hire using separate career sites until we can integrate our career platforms. We invite you to explore the career opportunities available at the combined company by visiting advancingtogether.com/careers<http://www.advancingtogether.com/careers>.

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  1.  Job Opportunity - Transfer Student Center

The Transfer Student Center is looking to hire two student employees to serve as Transfer Student Assistants starting in the Spring 2019 semester.

Please see the attached job description for additional information. Application materials are due by Friday, December 7th at 5 PM.

The application can be found at https://goo.gl/forms/DlUh47WcAMDdBkPK2. Application materials may be submitted online or dropped off in person at the Transfer Student Center, located in the Student Union Memorial Center, Suite 402 (open Monday-Friday from 9AM-5PM). Questions can be directed to TSC Graduate Assistant Daniel Viramontes at viramontes09 at email.arizona.edu<mailto:viramontes09 at email.arizona.edu>.

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  1.  Job Opportunity – NPC Greenhouse Assistant

NPC Student Greenhouse Assistant #2209035
Job Description
To provide assistance in greenhouse operations, conduct cultivation of medicinal plants under hydroponics/aeroponics conditions, and harvesting and processing of biomass for drug discovery research.

Background knowledge in agronomy is desired.

*This position is located at the Natural Products Center, 250 E. Valencia Rd., Tucson, AZ. We are about 30 minutes south of campus with free parking.

If interested, please email April Bagley at aprilbagley at email.arizona.edu<mailto:aprilbagley at email.arizona.edu>.

April Bagley, MBA
Phone: (520) 621-9932
Email: aprilbagley at email.arizona.edu<mailto:aprilbagley at email.arizona.edu>

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  1.  Plant Pathology Graduate Study at UC Riverside

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THE ROOTS OF
YOUR SUCCESS
UC Riverside invites applicants for our world-class program in Plant Pathology<https://mx.technolutions.net/mpss/c/9gA/jM0HAA/t.2mw/RSkahjjtRly0ldO_EexRMQ/h1/pJtdv4RMlOe7y69X4PO8UORTxIVl7zECWuSjg-2FM1Yjg-3D>

  *   Conduct research on the basic biology of microorganisms affecting food and fiber production.
  *   Investigate complex problems and conduct critical research on the phytobiome.
  *   Develop methods for the management of plant- and food-borne diseases, such as HLB and other diseases that impact subtropical crops like grapes, citrus and avocado.
  *   Access state-of-the-art research laboratories including genomics, bioinformatics, proteomics and microscopy core facilities, greenhouses, and field plots on campus and across California.
  *   Collaborate with UC Riverside-based initiatives like the Citrus Clonal Protection Program and the World Phytophthora and Oomycete Genetic Resource Collection.
  *   Work with our world-famous  faculty<https://mx.technolutions.net/mpss/c/9gA/jM0HAA/t.2mw/RSkahjjtRly0ldO_EexRMQ/h2/pJtdv4RMlOe7y69X4PO8UF7gSAkTQnXPqb-2BqmZuaDywpLj2OiNWLWaE9I5hQ2IPd>.


DEGREES

The Plant Pathology Program<https://mx.technolutions.net/mpss/c/9gA/jM0HAA/t.2mw/RSkahjjtRly0ldO_EexRMQ/h3/pJtdv4RMlOe7y69X4PO8UORTxIVl7zECWuSjg-2FM1Yjg-3D> awards M.S. and Ph.D. degrees and offers areas of specialization such as:

  *   Host Pathogen Interactions
  *   Microbial Ecology and Evolution
  *   Microbial Genomics and Genetics
  *   Nematology
  *   Plant Disease Management


FINANCIAL AND GRANT SUPPORT

All Ph.D. students in the program are fully financially supported through fellowships offered through the Graduate Division, teaching and research assistantships, and external fellowships.

START YOUR APPLICATION HERE<https://mx.technolutions.net/mpss/c/9gA/jM0HAA/t.2mw/RSkahjjtRly0ldO_EexRMQ/h4/7oHhhnz-2BNZBG-2Bq3R2-2BkkkYJWgw93SsQyy7l0wf22UQIXakYObedifuzwsOSKzTSBxP8eNvskryatx-2F06ZkRQCw-3D-3D>

  *   The priority deadline<https://mx.technolutions.net/mpss/c/9gA/jM0HAA/t.2mw/RSkahjjtRly0ldO_EexRMQ/h5/pJtdv4RMlOe7y69X4PO8UNmSDGVKY-2FJxA-2FVSG1U0AgizyU3bbcFr6AwYQhn6yvkT> for applications is December 1st; however, we will accept applications through January 5th.
  *   For domestic student applicants only: The Department of Plant Pathology will pay for your application fees if your GRE score is 305 or above and your GPA is 3.02 or above. Click here<https://mx.technolutions.net/mpss/c/9gA/jM0HAA/t.2mw/RSkahjjtRly0ldO_EexRMQ/h6/pJtdv4RMlOe7y69X4PO8UNmSDGVKY-2FJxA-2FVSG1U0AgizyU3bbcFr6AwYQhn6yvkT> for details.

CONTACT US
For more information, please fill out this short form<https://mx.technolutions.net/mpss/c/9gA/jM0HAA/t.2mw/RSkahjjtRly0ldO_EexRMQ/h7/sXd3cCW36BCmI9nQc3fUp1nwxSJ53GkeqBQSd7O7BJNhoMbUAAjZcfGlgVVC1sF3>.

Toll free:800-735-0717
Telephone:951-827-5688
Email:plantpa at ucr.edu<mailto:plantpa at ucr.edu>
Web:plantpathology.ucr.edu

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  1.  Spring Student Engagement Paid Internship Opportunity

Student Engagement & Career Development would like to share our new Spring 2019 Design Your [Internship] program.

We’re seeking high potential students (ideally freshman & sophomores) interested in making a difference and improving their creative problem solving skills. If they have a willingness to learn and collaborate – we encourage them to apply!

Do you want to solve a real-world problem? Are you looking for an experience where you can make a difference, learn more about yourself, and build professional skills?

This is your chance! Student Engagement is now accepting applications for our competitive Spring 2019 internship program. While working with a team of students, you will receive the training and personalized feedback you need to level-up!

Apply on Handshake: https://arizona.joinhandshake.com/jobs/2171349/share_preview

Application deadline: December 16, 2018

Questions? Contact Carly Croman,  carolinecroman at email.arizona.edu<mailto:carolinecroman at email.arizona.edu>

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  1.  Spring 2019 courses in conservation

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  1.  Summer 2019 Internship Opportunity – OneUSDA Internship

Please click https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/USDAOC/bulletins/21fd882 to learn more about and to apply to this new summer USDA (U.S. Department of Agriculture) internship. Applications due January 18, 2019.
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Best,

Antonio Valenzuela, M.A. | he, him, his pronouns
Academic Advisor | Office of Career & Academic Services
Saguaro Hall, 206 | 520-621-5089

To schedule an appointment click the links below, call 520-621-5089, or send an email to aav11 at email.arizona.edu<mailto:aav11 at email.arizona.edu>

Plant Sciences – Schedule an Appointment<https://eagle.sbs.arizona.edu/advising/index.php?k=ad61ab143223efbc24c7d2583be69251#245>
Agricultural Technology Management & Education – Schedule an Appointment<https://eagle.sbs.arizona.edu/advising/index.php?k=c9e1074f5b3f9fc8ea15d152add07294#245>

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“If I didn't define myself for myself, I would be crunched into other people's fantasies for me and eaten alive.” – Audre Lorde

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