SWS News and Current Events Archive
2012 STUDENT SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS 12/2/11
The Pacific Northwest Chapter of the Society of Wetland Scientists would like to encourage student participation at our regional and national meetings. Currently, the chapter is sponsoring student participation at the International meeting in Orlando, Florida on June 3-8, 2012. The meeting is in conjunction with the Greater Everglades Ecosystem Restoration Conference and INTECOL 9. At this time, we would like to announce the availability of funds to assist students with the costs associated with traveling to/from the meeting to present results of their research. The next regional meeting is scheduled in September 2012 in Boise, Idaho. A $500 scholarship will be awarded for that meeting. Stay tuned for additional scholarship information in 2012.
The Award: The PNW Chapter will make one award for the upcoming International meeting. The award includes meeting registration fee and a $1,000 cash stipend to help offset travel and lodging expenses.
Eligibility: This competition is open to all currently registered, graduate and undergraduate students regardless of location. However, preference will be given to students within the PNW Chapter (Washington, Oregon, and Idaho).
Students need to submit an abstract with their application. The deadline for abstract submittal for the international meeting is December 16, 2011.
Deadline to receive student scholarship applications for the International meeting is February 29, 2012.
To Apply: Submit proof of current student status (photo copy of a university ID or letter from academic advisor), a copy of your submitted SWS abstract, and a short (1-2 page) letter describing your studies, your career goals and why you would like to receive this award. Applications can be mailed or emailed to Dr. Ralph J. Garono (rgarono@earthdesign.com), c/o Lake Superior NERR, 14 Marina Drive, Superior, WI 54880 (541.757.7896).
Selection: Awards will be made by the selection committee on the basis of the merit of each candidate and the quality of their SWS abstract. Decisions of the selection committee are final. The committee reserves the right to withhold the award if suitable candidates are not found or if funds are not available. The application is simple. This is an opportunity to meet and network with world renowned leaders in wetlands ecology. Don’t delay – submit your talk or poster abstract for the International Meeting in Orlando, Florida by December 16, 2011!
Wetlands Editor-in Chief Appointment 11/23/11
The SWS Board and Executive would like to announce the appointment of Dr. Marinus Otte as the new Editor-in-Chief for the society’s journal Wetlands. The 5-year appointment begins immediately and extends to 2016. Dr. Otte replaces Dr. Darold Batzer who served as Editor-in-Chief from 2006-2011. On behalf of the SWS, the Board and Executive extend their congratulations to Dr. Otte, as well as their gratitude to Dr. Batzer and Dr. Steve Pennings (Associate Senior Editor) for the wonderful job they have done with the journal over the last 5 years.
Status and Trends of Wetlands in the Conterminous United States 10/26/11
Since the preparation and publication of Circular 39 in 1954, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has been the principal Federal Agency monitoring changes to our Nation's wetlands. The most recent report represents a comprehensive and scientifically sound effort to track wetlands resources on a national scale. The Service has played a leading role in defining the biological extent of wetlands, implementing a national classification system, developing standards for mapping and monitoring wetland habitats and partnering with Federal and state agencies, Tribes and private organizations to track wetland changes over time.
Stemming directly from the findings in the series of Wetland Status and Trends reports, the Service has influenced Federal and state policies relating to wetlands conservation, protection, restoration and creation. The report findings have also promoted public awareness and education efforts regarding wetland types, distribution and ecological importance, and ultimately saved wetland habitat used by migratory waterfowl, endangered species, and other aquatic organisms. Download PDF
Pesticide Risk Mitigation by Vegetation 8/17/11
A new study in the Journal of Environmental Quality indicates that vegetated treatment systems such as constructed wetlands and vegetated ditches can cut pesticide concentrations in downstream surface waters by more than 70%. The research was a meta-analysis of data from the scientific literature and the European LIFE ArtWET project, an initiative that tested several vegetated treatment system prototypes. More information is available in the abstract.
