The Great Lakes Fisheries Science Training Workshop will introduce participants to the study of fisheries science and explore careers in fisheries ecology, management, and conservation.
Hosted at The Ohio State University‘s Columbus campus and Stone Lab, Ohio State’s field station on Lake Erie, the workshop aims to introduce undergraduate students from diverse backgrounds to the study of fisheries ecology, management, and modeling. Students will also explore careers in fisheries science and receive guidance on finding and applying for graduate and career opportunities in the field.
The workshop will consist of 8 days of activities, from hands-on modeling and laboratory sessions to field trips and professional development activities.
The workshop will take place Saturday, July 30, 2022 through Friday, August 5, 2022, in Ohio. Students must attend the entire program. Applications are due January 17, 2022.
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| All expenses will be paid for selected participants, including all travel costs, field trips, lodging, and meals while at the workshop. A $250 stipend will be provided at the conclusion of the workshop to help cover any additional expenses.
Any current undergraduate at a U.S. institution with at least one year of college credit or recently graduated U.S. resident with a 2020, 2021 or 2022 graduation date and no graduate school experience who has an interest in learning more about fisheries ecology and the modeling tools used to inform fisheries management should apply. Applicants do not need extensive experience in math, research, or fisheries science. If you have any questions, please contact program liaison Beth Wallace at wallace.308@osu.edu. |