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Graduate Assistantships What is a Graduate Assistantship? A graduate assistantship at the
Assistantship Eligibility Requirements To be eligible for a full-time assistantship, you must: · Be admitted to graduate study · Register and maintain at least nine (9) semester credits of graduate coursework · Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) · Demonstrate academic progress
How can I be considered for a Assistantship at the Macoskey Center? Complete a graduate assistantship employment application and submit it along with a current resume to: The attn: Thomas Reynolds, Director Slippery Applications for Fall term positions are due by March 31st Applications for Spring term positions are due by November 4th
Description The graduate assistant will be responsible for assisting with event planning at the RAMC, as well as conceptualizing and implementing workshops for the general public concerning sustainability issues. The position requires an individual with an open, friendly, and enthusiastic personality to play a key role in building ties between the general public and the RAMC. Job Functions/Responsibilities · Coordinate and plan events/activities/programs at the Center including Cows on Campus, Good Food Lunch, Earth Festival, etc. · Perform general maintenance activities including gardening and grounds work Desired Qualifications · Strong communication skills (listening, verbal, written) · Ability to conceptualize new projects and to be able to work independently with the motivation to carry them to completion · Experience in event planning and advertising · Ability to work as part of the RAMC graduate assistant team · Individual must be able to comport themselves in a professional manner Description The graduate assistant will be responsible for implementing a variety of environmental education programs/activities sponsored by the Center. The position requires an individual with experience in developing and teaching in an Environmental Education setting. Job Functions/Responsibilities · Coordinate and plan events/activities/programs at the Center including Cows on Campus, Good Food Lunch, Earth Festival, etc. · Develop and implement EE curriculum, including hands-on teaching opportunities, and media creation. · Perform general maintenance activities including gardening and grounds work Desired Qualifications · Strong communication skills (listening, verbal, written) · Ability to conceptualize new projects and to be able to work independently with the motivation to carry them to completion · Good organization skills · Ability to work as part of the RAMC graduate assistant team · Individual must be able to comport themselves in a professional manner Description The graduate assistant will coordinate the operation of agricultual initiatives at the RAMC. This includes (but is not limited to) planning and working in the organic market garden and assisting with other Center projects. This position will also focus on developing the long-term "whole farm system" management plan. Job Functions/Responsibilities · Coordinate the operation of the organic Market Garden, including planning, planting, upkeep, harvesting, and record keeping · Attend and coordinate the Slippery Rock Farmers' Market · Perform general maintenance activities at the RAMC including gardening and grounds work Desired Qualifications · Strong communication skills (listening, verbal, written) · Ability to conceptualize new projects and to be able to work independently with the motivation to carry them to completion · Good organization skills · Experience in organic gardening and/or farming · Ability to work as part of the RAMC graduate assistant team · Individual must be able to comport themselves in a professional manner Description The graduate assistant will be involved with project development, planning and construction of small-scale 'systems thinking' sensitive facilities at the RAMC. The position requires an individual with creativity, a passion for drawing, and a desire to research and implement appropriate construction techniques. Job Functions/Responsibilities · Research appropriate technologies and materials for developing projects · Perform general construction activities · Prepare design development drawings, models, and/or construction documents and specifications for small-scale "built-environment" projects · Perform general maintenance activities at the RAMC including gardening and grounds work Desired Qualifications · Strong communication skills (listening, verbal, written) · Ability to conceptualize new projects and to be able to work independently with the motivation to carry them to completion · Experience in carpentry and general construction · Experience in drawing · Ability to work as part of the RAMC graduate assistant team · Individual must be able to comport themselves in a professional manner |
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