BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//College of Forestry, Wildlife and Environment - ECPv6.11.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:College of Forestry, Wildlife and Environment X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://cfwe.auburn.edu X-WR-CALDESC:Events for College of Forestry, Wildlife and Environment REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20210314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20211107T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20210314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20211107T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20220313T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20221106T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230221T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230221T170000 DTSTAMP:20260703T131936 CREATED:20230119T160305Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230215T215303Z UID:9896-1676993400-1676998800@cfwe.auburn.edu SUMMARY:2023 CFWE Spring Seminar Series - Jason White DESCRIPTION:The 2023 Spring Seminar Series will feature Jason White\, Director of the Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station\, who will give a talk titled ‘Nanotechnology-enabled agriculture: A path to global food security?’ on Tuesday\, Feb. 21\, at 3:30 p.m. in Room 2217 of the College of Forestry\, Wildlife and Environment Building. Refreshments will be available after the seminar\, and CFEs are available upon request. See the full spring seminar schedule here. \nIn White’s talk\, he will discuss how the use and delivery efficiency of conventional agrichemicals is a significant impediment to maintaining global food security\, particularly given that a 60-70% increase in food production is needed by 2050 to support the projected population. White and his team are using nanotechnology as a novel and sustainable strategy to increase the delivery efficiency and efficacy of nutrients and pesticides\, harnessing the ability to effectively tune nanoscale material structure and composition to maximize benefit and reduce the impact of agriculture on the environment.  \nDr. Jason C. White is the Director of the Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station\, the oldest Agricultural Experiment Station in the United States and has a research program on food safety and security\, with a focus on sustainable nano-enabled agriculture. Dr. White was elected to the Connecticut Academy of Science and Engineering in 2021 and is a member of the European Science Foundation College of Experts. He is a Commissioned Official of the US FDA and a Clarivate Web of Science Highly Cited Researcher from 2020-2022. He received his Ph.D. in Environmental Toxicology from Cornell University in 1997 and has secondary appointments in the Yale University School of Public Health and the University of Massachusetts Stockbridge School of Agriculture.  \nFaculty\, students\, and the public are invited to attend this program. Parking is available in the South Quad Parking Deck on the third and fourth floors. Advanced registration is not required.  To receive announcements about future seminars\, send a request to join our email list to cfwecom@auburn.edu. URL:https://cfwe.auburn.edu/event/cfwe-spring-seminar-series-jw/ LOCATION:College of Forestry\, Wildlife and Environment Building\, Room 2217\, 3301 SFWS BUILDING\, Auburn University\, AL\, 36849-0001\, United States CATEGORIES:CFWE Student Event,Events,Main Calendar,Seminar Series ORGANIZER;CN="CFWE Seminar Series Planning Committee":MAILTO:cfwecom@auburn.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230214T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230214T170000 DTSTAMP:20260703T131936 CREATED:20230123T175917Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230215T214027Z UID:9894-1676388600-1676394000@cfwe.auburn.edu SUMMARY:2023 CFWE Spring Seminar Series - Kelsey McCune DESCRIPTION:The 2023 Spring Seminar Series will feature Kelsey McCune\, Affiliate Assistant Professor\, who will give a talk titled ‘Avian behavioral ecology in a changing world and implications for conservation’ on Tuesday\, Feb. 14\, at 3:30 p.m. in Room 2217 of the College of Forestry\, Wildlife and Environment (CFWE) Building. Refreshments will be available after the seminar\, and CFEs are available upon request. See the full spring seminar schedule here. \nIn this talk Dr. McCune will describe her research evaluating variation in avian behavior and cognition as it relates to rapid environmental change. In addition\, she will briefly highlight the research she will focus on with the CFWE. \nDr. Kelsey McCune is an ecologist who studies individual differences in behavior and cognition in wildlife species. She has a bachelor’s degree in Biology from Randolph-Macon Woman’s College and a PhD in Animal Behavior from the University of Washington. She has been supported by an NSF Graduate Research Fellowship\, an NSF-sponsored internship at the Smithsonian National Zoo\, and a prestigious postdoctoral fellowship from the Max Planck Institute for Evolutionary Anthropology. Dr. McCune’s research has helped bridge the fields of animal behavior and wildlife management by examining links between aspects of behavior and niche specialization\, resource acquisition in novel environments\, and biological invasions. In her new role as affiliate faculty with the CFWE\, she looks forward to continuing this important work through faculty collaborations and student mentoring. Faculty\, students\, and the public are invited to attend this program. Parking is available in the South Quad Parking Deck on the third and fourth floors. Advanced registration is not required.  To receive announcements about future seminars\, send a request to join our email list to cfwecom@auburn.edu. URL:https://cfwe.auburn.edu/event/cfwe-seminar-series-km/ LOCATION:College of Forestry\, Wildlife and Environment Building\, Room 2217\, 3301 SFWS BUILDING\, Auburn University\, AL\, 36849-0001\, United States CATEGORIES:CFWE Student Event,Events,Main Calendar,Seminar Series ORGANIZER;CN="CFWE Seminar Series Planning Committee":MAILTO:cfwecom@auburn.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230207T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230207T170000 DTSTAMP:20260703T131936 CREATED:20230203T154955Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230215T213301Z UID:9892-1675783800-1675789200@cfwe.auburn.edu SUMMARY:2023 CFWE Spring Seminar Series - Jayme Waldron DESCRIPTION:The Auburn University College of Forestry\, Wildlife and Environment’s 2023 Spring Seminar Series will feature Dr. Jayme Waldron\, a Department of Biological Sciences professor at Marshall University\, Huntington\, West Virginia. Dr. Waldron will give a talk titled ‘The long and short of it: Insights from Crotalus rattlesnake monitoring programs’ on Tuesday\, Feb. 7\, at 3:30 p.m. in Room 2217 of the College of Forestry\, Wildlife and Environment Building. Refreshments will be available after the seminar\, and CFEs are available upon request. \nIn Dr. Waldron’s talk\, she will discuss applied conservation approaches and outcomes derived from short- and long-term Crotalus rattlesnake research programs. She will present life history data and discuss difficulties and limitations associated with low detection probabilities of eastern diamondback rattlesnakes (Crotalus adamanteus). \nDr. Jayme Waldron is a professor in the Department of Biological Sciences at Marshall University. She grew up in West Virginia and received her B.S. in Wildlife and Fisheries Resources from West Virginia University in 1998\, her M.S. in Biological Sciences from Marshall University in 2000\, and her Ph.D. at Clemson University in 2005. She has been studying eastern diamondback rattlesnakes in South Carolina for 23 years. \nFaculty\, students\, and the public are invited to attend this program. Parking is available in the South Quad Parking Deck on the third and fourth floors. Advanced registration is not required.  To receive announcements about future seminars\, send a request to join our email list to cfwecom@auburn.edu. URL:https://cfwe.auburn.edu/event/cfwe-seminar-series-jw/ LOCATION:College of Forestry\, Wildlife and Environment Building\, Room 2217\, 3301 SFWS BUILDING\, Auburn University\, AL\, 36849-0001\, United States CATEGORIES:CFWE Student Event,Events,Main Calendar,Seminar Series ORGANIZER;CN="CFWE Seminar Series Planning Committee":MAILTO:cfwecom@auburn.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230131T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230131T170000 DTSTAMP:20260703T131936 CREATED:20230118T211055Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230215T213120Z UID:9890-1675179000-1675184400@cfwe.auburn.edu SUMMARY:2023 CFWE Spring Seminar Series - Wayde Morse DESCRIPTION:The 2023 Spring Seminar Series will feature Wayde Morse\, Professor of Natural Resources Sociology\, who will give a talk titled ‘Establishing study abroad programs: a wide array of options ‘ on Tuesday\, Jan. 31\, at 3:30 p.m. in Room 2217 of the College of Forestry\, Wildlife and Environment Building. Refreshments will be available after the seminar\, and CFEs are available upon request. See the full spring seminar schedule here. \nIn Dr. Morse’s talk\, he will share how study-abroad programs can be life-changing experiences for students and instructors. He will share his experiences\, perspectives\, and recommendations on developing and conducting popular and effective programs.  \nDr. Wayde Morse is a conservation social scientist who has lived\, studied\, researched\, worked\, and taught internationally for the past 25 years. He began his international focus with a semester study abroad in New Zealand and then served with the Peace Corps in Panama. As a Ph.D. student\, he was Fellow in a National Science Foundation Interdisciplinary Graduate Education Research Traineeship (IGERT) involving research in Costa Rica on their ambitious conservation program of Payments for Ecosystem Services. In addition to his on-campus classes and research at Auburn University\, Dr. Morse has developed and taught courses including Watershed Services in Costa Rica\, Nature Based Tourism in New Zealand\, Cultural Tourism in Fiji\, and People and the Environment in Spain\, as well as a pre-freshman study abroad to Belize on Sustainable Tourism for the Office of International Programs. Dr. Morse has developed and led his own programs and collaborated with the University of Georgia\, Auburn University’s College of Human Sciences\, the Honors College\, the Office of International Programs\, and the Provost’s office to facilitate programs.\nFaculty\, students\, and the public are invited to attend this program. Parking is available in the South Quad Parking Deck on the third and fourth floors. Advanced registration is not required.  To receive announcements about future seminars\, send a request to join our email list to cfwecom@auburn.edu. URL:https://cfwe.auburn.edu/event/cfwe-seminar-series-wm/ LOCATION:College of Forestry\, Wildlife and Environment Building\, Room 2217\, 3301 SFWS BUILDING\, Auburn University\, AL\, 36849-0001\, United States CATEGORIES:CFWE Student Event,Events,Main Calendar,Seminar Series ORGANIZER;CN="CFWE Seminar Series Planning Committee":MAILTO:cfwecom@auburn.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230124T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230124T170000 DTSTAMP:20260703T131936 CREATED:20230118T205756Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T184924Z UID:9888-1674574200-1674579600@cfwe.auburn.edu SUMMARY:2023 CFWE Spring Seminar Series - Chuck Hemard DESCRIPTION:The 2023 Spring Seminar Series will feature Chuck Hemard\, Associate Professor in the Department of Art and Art History at Auburn University\, who will give a talk titled ‘Longleaf Pine\, a photographic artist’s perspective’ on Tuesday\, Jan. 24\, at 3:30 p.m. in Room 2217 of the College of Forestry\, Wildlife and Environment Building. Refreshments will be available after the seminar\, and CFEs are available upon request. See the full spring seminar schedule here. \nIn Hemard’s photographic exploration of remnant old-growth longleaf pinelands\, he is after a sense of the momentous and sacred\, what he can experience in the present that gives a tiny glimpse of insight into both past and future. In this talk\, Hemard will discuss this exploration\, his creative research process\, and his belief that art and science are essential partners in helping us to understand the nature and value of longleaf pine ecosystems.  \nChuck Hemard is an Associate Professor in Auburn University’s Department of Art and Art History. He is a lifelong resident of the American South. His recent photographs are mostly made with large format film cameras\, exploring the complexities of the contemporary landscape. Hemard’s photographs have been exhibited nationally and are included in museum collections across the southeast United States\, including the Georgia Museum of Art in Athens\, GA\, and the Ogden Museum of Southern Art in New Orleans\, among others. In 2018\, Hemard published a monograph that explores remnants of old-growth longleaf pinelands across the Deep South. The work was featured in Smithsonian Magazine (online)\, Hyperallergic\, Garden and Gun Magazine\, and Oxford American.  Faculty\, students\, and the public are invited to attend this program. Parking is available in the South Quad Parking Deck on the third and fourth floors. Advanced registration is not required. To receive announcements about future seminars\, send a request to join our email list to cfwecom@auburn.edu. URL:https://cfwe.auburn.edu/event/cfwe-seminar-series-ch/ LOCATION:College of Forestry\, Wildlife and Environment Building\, Room 2217\, 3301 SFWS BUILDING\, Auburn University\, AL\, 36849-0001\, United States CATEGORIES:CFWE Student Event,Events,Main Calendar,Seminar Series ORGANIZER;CN="CFWE Seminar Series Planning Committee":MAILTO:cfwecom@auburn.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221114T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221114T183000 DTSTAMP:20260703T131936 CREATED:20221027T190733Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230206T212407Z UID:9808-1668445200-1668450600@cfwe.auburn.edu SUMMARY:Chili Cook Off hosted by the Society for Natural Resources DESCRIPTION:Chili Cook Off hosted by the Society for Natural Resources \nThe Society for Natural Resources is excited to host the 3rd annual Chili Cook Off to bring together the CFWE community of students\, faculty and staff for competition and conversation. \nThe cook off will be held on Monday\, Nov. 14\, at 5 p.m. on the Jeff Butler Patio at the College of Forestry\, Wildlife and Environment Building located at 602 Duncan Drive in Auburn. A general admission fee of $3 will be charged to those not competing in the cook-off. \nThose who wish to compete in the cook-off should RSVP (https://forms.gle/FBQELUXHeEpR2DMVA) no later than Sunday\, Nov. 13\, by 2 p.m. RSVP is optional for general attendance. \nFor questions and concerns\, please contact Avy Elmore at ase0023@auburn.edu. URL:https://cfwe.auburn.edu/event/chili-cook-off-hosted-by-the-society-for-natural-resources/ LOCATION:College of Forestry\, Wildlife and Environment\, 602 Duncan Drive\, Auburn\, AL\, 36849\, United States CATEGORIES:CFWE Student Event,Events,Main Calendar ORGANIZER;CN="Avy Elmore":MAILTO:ase0023@auburn.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221026T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221026T180000 DTSTAMP:20260703T131936 CREATED:20221007T194748Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230206T212431Z UID:9755-1666803600-1666807200@cfwe.auburn.edu SUMMARY:A Slice of Learning: An Open House to Introduce CFWE’s New Minors DESCRIPTION:A Slice of Learning: An Open House to Introduce CFWE’s New Minors \nAuburn University has expanded curriculum options for students interested in natural resource-focused careers with the launch of five new minors\, including Coastal Management\, Environmental Law\, Forest Health\, Forest Seedling Nursery Management and Urban Forestry. \nCreated to address present challenges identified by industry and employment gaps existing in the workforce\, the minors will allow students to specialize their education when paired with other degrees on campus or to build upon the curriculum of the College of Forestry\, Wildlife and Environment’s Natural Resource Management Bachelor of Science degree. \nThe college will officially launch the new minors with A Slice of Learning: An Open House to Introduce CFWE’s New Minors on Wednesday\, Oct. 26\, at 5 p.m. in Room 2217 at the College of Forestry\, Wildlife and Environment Building located at 602 Duncan Drive in Auburn. \nCurrent Auburn students are invited to the open house for pizza and discussion with advisors and faculty experts about the curricula\, enrollment requirements and employment opportunities. \nTo attend\, students should register (https://aub.ie/10-26-22registration) for the open house no later than Wednesday\, Oct. 26\, by 2 p.m. \nTo receive information about the curricula\, they may visit cfwe.auburn.edu or contact the college’s student advisors via email at workingwithnature@auburn.edu. URL:https://cfwe.auburn.edu/event/slice-of-learning-new-minors/ LOCATION:College of Forestry\, Wildlife and Environment\, 602 Duncan Drive\, Auburn\, AL\, 36849\, United States CATEGORIES:CFWE Student Event,Events,Main Calendar ORGANIZER;CN="Brooke Martin":MAILTO:bmm0089@auburn.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220928T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220928T150000 DTSTAMP:20260703T131936 CREATED:20220531T171334Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230206T212536Z UID:8845-1664359200-1664377200@cfwe.auburn.edu SUMMARY:CFWE Career Fair DESCRIPTION:If you are interested in finding internships\, a full-time job\, or simply would like to network and learn from industry professionals\, make plans to visit with natural-resource focused employers during the Auburn University College of Forestry\, Wildlife and Environment annual Career Fair Wednesday\, Sept. 28\, from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. in the Forestry & Wildlife Sciences Building Conference Hall\, Room 1101. Scan the QR code to pre-register! \n\n\n\n\nNeed a bit of prep before the career fair? You can receive help with your resume on Monday\, Sept. 26\, from 10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. or by appointment via Handshake from Career Services\, located at 101 Mary Martin Hall. \n\n\n\nWe’ll also host a Career Fair Ready Workshop on Tuesday\, Sept. 27\, at 6 p.m. at the Forestry & Wildlife Sciences Building in Room 2217. Speakers from Career Services\, Alabama Forestry Commission\, and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service will discuss strategies to help you make the most of the career fair. URL:https://cfwe.auburn.edu/event/2021-sfws-career-fair-2/ LOCATION:Room 1101 (Conference Hall)\, SFWS Bldg.\, 602 Duncan Drive\, Auburn\, AL\, 36849\, United States CATEGORIES:CFWE Student Event,Events,Main Calendar ORGANIZER;CN="Brooke Martin":MAILTO:bmm0089@auburn.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220927T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220927T200000 DTSTAMP:20260703T131936 CREATED:20220531T170911Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230206T212346Z UID:8844-1664301600-1664308800@cfwe.auburn.edu SUMMARY:Soft Skills Seminar DESCRIPTION:The College of Forestry\, Wildlife and Environment will host a soft skills seminar and pizza dinner for students on Wednesday\, October 20\, from 6 – 8 p.m. The seminar will feature guest panelists who will talk about interview skills and professional and leadership attributes that are necessary for advancement. \nThe workshop is intended to help students develop professional and interpersonal skills such as communication\, team work\, conflict resolution\, work ethic and character traits of integrity\, empathy\, adaptability\, and emotional intelligence; which are often noted as crucial for career success. \nThe seminar is free and open to all Auburn University students. The seminar will be held in room 2217 within the Forestry and Wildlife Sciences building located at 602 Duncan Dr.\, Auburn\, Alabama. URL:https://cfwe.auburn.edu/event/2021-soft-skills-seminar-2/ LOCATION:College of Forestry\, Wildlife and Environment\, 602 Duncan Drive\, Auburn\, AL\, 36849\, United States CATEGORIES:CFWE Student Event,Events,Main Calendar ORGANIZER;CN="Brooke Martin":MAILTO:bmm0089@auburn.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220924T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220924T103000 DTSTAMP:20260703T131936 CREATED:20220531T170411Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220921T161452Z UID:8842-1664006400-1664015400@cfwe.auburn.edu SUMMARY:Alumni Homecoming Tailgate DESCRIPTION:Join the CFWE for this fun homecoming event to be held on Saturday\, September 24\, on the Jeff Butler Patio of the College of Forestry\, Wildlife and Environment.  Alumni\, faculty\, staff\, students\, and families are invited to enjoy gameday food and fellowship before kickoff from 8 -10:30 a.m. at the college’s annual tailgate on the Jeff Butler Patio and under the shade of the A. Kent Van Cleave Pavilion at the Forestry and Wildlife Sciences Building located at 602 Duncan Drive. \nGuests will park in the game day areas designated by Auburn University or shuttle to the campus using Tiger Transit. Visit auburntigers.com for parking details. \n  URL:https://cfwe.auburn.edu/event/alumni-homecoming-tailgate-2-2/ LOCATION:Jeff Butler Patio\, 3301 FWS Building 602 Duncan Drive\, Auburn\, AL\, 36849\, United States CATEGORIES:Events,Main Calendar ORGANIZER;CN="Brooke Martin":MAILTO:bmm0089@auburn.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220923T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220923T160000 DTSTAMP:20260703T131936 CREATED:20220531T171926Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220531T172000Z UID:8846-1663941600-1663948800@cfwe.auburn.edu SUMMARY:Fall Family Open House DESCRIPTION:See what is new in the College of Forestry\, Wildlife and Environment! Join us for the Fall Family Open House showcasing school activities\, majors\, student organizations and research. Tours of the building will be available and light refreshments will be provided. URL:https://cfwe.auburn.edu/event/fall-family-weekend-open-house-2-2/ LOCATION:College of Forestry\, Wildlife and Environment\, 602 Duncan Drive\, Auburn\, AL\, 36849\, United States CATEGORIES:Events,Main Calendar ORGANIZER;CN="Brooke Martin":MAILTO:bmm0089@auburn.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220830T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220830T163000 DTSTAMP:20260703T131936 CREATED:20220829T195122Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220829T195122Z UID:9692-1661873400-1661877000@cfwe.auburn.edu SUMMARY:2022 CFWE Fall Seminar Series - John Christy DESCRIPTION:  \n2022 CFWE Fall Seminar Series presents Dr. John Christy\, Alabama State Climatologist and Distinguished Professor of Atmospheric Science and Director of the Earth System Science Center at the University of Alabama in Huntsville\, Alabama \nTuesday\, August 30\, at 3:30 p.m. via Zoom at https://auburn.zoom.us/j/89687535129 \nTitle: Alabama’s Climate: Examples of Research Results and Opportunities. \nSummary: Dr. Christy will discuss his role as the Alabama State Climatologist including initiatives that have resulted from Alabama climatological research and contributions to national and international climate research and policy making. \nBio: Dr. John Christy is the Distinguished Professor of Atmospheric Science and Director of the Earth System Science Center at the University of Alabama in Huntsville. Since November 2000 he has been Alabama’s State Climatologist. Dr. Christy has received the NASA Medal for Exceptional Scientific Achievement\, is a fellow of the American Meteorological Society\, and has received an AMS Special Award for employing satellite microwave radiances to calculate global atmospheric temperature. Dr. Christy has served as a Contributor (1992\, 1994\, 1996 and 2007) and Lead Author (2001) for the U.N. reports by the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change. He has served on five National Research Council panels or committees and has published many articles\, including studies appearing in Science and Nature. \n  URL:https://cfwe.auburn.edu/event/sfws-seminar-series-jc/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Events,Main Calendar,Seminar Series ORGANIZER;CN="CFWE Seminar Series Planning Committee":MAILTO:cfwecom@auburn.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220823T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220823T163000 DTSTAMP:20260703T131936 CREATED:20220822T142936Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220822T143812Z UID:9662-1661268600-1661272200@cfwe.auburn.edu SUMMARY:2022 CFWE Fall Seminar Series - Patricia Hartman DESCRIPTION:2022 CFWE Fall Seminar Series presents Patricia Hartman\, Subject Librarian at Auburn University\nTuesday\, August 23\, at 3:30 p.m. in Room 2217 \nTitle: The AU Libraries: Keystone mutualists in our R1 ecosystem \nSummary: Patricia Hartman\, the subject librarian for the College of Forestry\, Wildlife and Environment\, will share how she and AU Libraries can support faculty research\, teaching\, and students. Preview: many new services\, with the classics still intact! \nBio: Patricia Hartman has served as the Biological Sciences\, Forestry & Wildlife\, and Mathematics Librarian at Auburn University since 2013. Before receiving her Master’s in Library & Information Science in 2013\, she earned a master’s in forestry and wildlife at the University of Kentucky\, where she studied migratory songbird ecology and conservation. As a liaison to CFWE\, Patricia most enjoys providing research assistance to faculty and graduate students. \nDetails: \n\nFaculty\, students\, and the public are invited to attend this free program.\nRefreshments will be available.\nIf eligible\, CFEs are available by request.\nAdvanced registration is not required.\nParking is available on the 3rd and 4th floors of the South Quad Parking Deck. URL:https://cfwe.auburn.edu/event/sfws-seminar-series-patricia-hartman/ LOCATION:College of Forestry\, Wildlife and Environment Building\, Room 2217\, 3301 SFWS BUILDING\, Auburn University\, AL\, 36849-0001\, United States CATEGORIES:Events,Main Calendar,Seminar Series ORGANIZER;CN="CFWE Seminar Series Planning Committee":MAILTO:cfwecom@auburn.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220818T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220818T190000 DTSTAMP:20260703T131936 CREATED:20220531T164437Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220531T170640Z UID:8835-1660842000-1660849200@cfwe.auburn.edu SUMMARY:CFWE Student Welcome to Auburn DESCRIPTION:CFWE welcomes new and returning students to Auburn! \nJoin us on the Jeff Butler patio to meet leaders of the CFWE Student Ambassadors and SGA\, compete in a cornhole tournament\, and enjoy some food and fellowship with other students from 5 – 7 p.m. at the CFWE Building. \nPlease contact Brooke Martin\, CFWE student recruitment and events coordinator\, at bmm0089@auburn.edu\, with any questions. URL:https://cfwe.auburn.edu/event/welcome-back-event/ LOCATION:Jeff Butler Patio\, 3301 FWS Building 602 Duncan Drive\, Auburn\, AL\, 36849\, United States CATEGORIES:Events,Main Calendar ORGANIZER;CN="Brooke Martin":MAILTO:bmm0089@auburn.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220806T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220806T170000 DTSTAMP:20260703T131936 CREATED:20220531T163606Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220531T170711Z UID:8834-1659772800-1659805200@cfwe.auburn.edu SUMMARY:Summer Graduation Open House DESCRIPTION:In celebration of its 2022 Summer graduates\, the College of Forestry\, Wildlife and Environment will host an open house on Saturday\, August 6. \nThe Forestry and Wildlife Sciences Building and Jeff Butler Patio will be open for all graduates and their families for self-guided tours\, photo opportunities\, and refreshments. \nDean Janaki Alavalapati and Associate Deans of Academic Affairs and Research\, Drs. Scott Enebak and Graeme Lockaby\, as well as some faculty\, will be present to safely greet visitors and distribute College of Forestry\, Wildlife and Environment graduation pins and other commemorative items. \nPlease contact Brooke Martin\, CFWE student recruitment and events coordinator\, at bmm0089@auburn.edu\, with any questions. URL:https://cfwe.auburn.edu/event/summer-graduation-open-house/ LOCATION:College of Forestry\, Wildlife and Environment\, 602 Duncan Drive\, Auburn\, AL\, 36849\, United States CATEGORIES:Events,Main Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220427 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220430 DTSTAMP:20260703T131936 CREATED:20211210T185546Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211210T190107Z UID:8382-1651017600-1651276799@cfwe.auburn.edu SUMMARY:International CLT Conference\, The Sustainable Future of CLT in the South: Grow\, Design\, Build DESCRIPTION:  \nThe Auburn University School of Forestry and Wildlife Sciences will host the international CLT conference “The Sustainable Future of CLT in the South: Grow\, Design\, Build” April 27 – 29\, 2022\, in Auburn\, Alabama. This premier event is the first of its kind to be held in the Southern United States. \nRenowned experts in forestry\, building sciences\, engineering\, and architecture and design will address the latest CLT research\, trends\, and developments in the South. Session tracks will offer information to address the needs of multiple audiences\, including designers\, builders\, contractors\, academia\, landowners\, producers\, and suppliers. Look for more information on keynote speakers\, sessions\, and registration as they become available at cfwe.auburn.edu. \nFor more information about sponsorship and exhibit opportunities\, contact Dr. Adam Maggard at 334-844-2401 or email at adm0074@auburn.edu. Registration will begin in February 2022. Accommodations will be available at The Hotel at Auburn University & Dixon Conference Center. \nThe conference is presented in partnership with the Auburn University School of Forestry and Wildlife Sciences\, College of Architecture\, Design\, and Construction\, Samuel Ginn College of Engineering\, and the Offices of Sustainability and Planning\, Design\, and Construction. URL:https://cfwe.auburn.edu/event/the-sustainable-future-of-clt-in-the-south-grow-design-build/ LOCATION:The Auburn Hotel & Dixon Conference Center\, 241 S College S\, Auburn\, AL\, 36849\, United States CATEGORIES:Events,Main Calendar ORGANIZER;CN="Dr. Adam Maggard":MAILTO:adm0074@auburn.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220413T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220413T210000 DTSTAMP:20260703T131936 CREATED:20211129T205359Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220318T145645Z UID:8365-1649869200-1649883600@cfwe.auburn.edu SUMMARY:75th Anniversary Celebration Gala DESCRIPTION:The 75th Anniversary Celebration Gala of the College of Forestry and Wildlife Sciences at Auburn University will be held April 13 at the Gogue Performing Arts Center in\nAuburn\, Alabama. By invitation only. \nPlease join us in thanking our Gala Sponsors: \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Gala Bronze Sponsor: Alabama Wildlife Federation \n \n \n \n \n Gala Bronze Sponsor: Alabama Ag Credit Land & Farm Lenders \n \n \n \n \n Gala Silver Sponsor: The Westervelt Company \n \n \n \n \n Gala Gold Sponsor: Timber Products Inspection\, Inc. \n \n \n \n \n Gala Gold Sponsor: EBSCO/PRADCO \n \n \n \n \n Gala Silver Sponsor: Harrigan Lumber Company\, Inc. \n \n \n \n \n Gala Bronze Sponsor: IndusTree \n \n \n \n \n Gala Gold Sponsor: In Memory of Choppy Bruce Johnson \n \n \n \n \n Bronze Sponsor: Regions Bank - Natural Resources and Real Estate \n \n \n \n \n Gold Sponsor: Larson & McGowin LLC; Larson & McGowin Properties\, and Silvics Solutions \n \n \n \n \n Bronze Sponsor: M.C. Dixon Lumber Company \n \n \n \n \n Gold Sponsor: Larson & McGowin LLC; Larson & McGowin Properties\, and Silvics Solutions \n \n \n \n \n Bronze Sponsor: ArborGen \n \n \n \n \n Bronze Sponsor: Burgin Timberland \n \n \n \n \n Silver Sponsor: Alabama Forestry Association \n \n \n \n \n Gold Sponsor: Southeastern Land Group \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n  \n  URL:https://cfwe.auburn.edu/event/75th-anniversary-celebration-gala/ LOCATION:Gogue Performing Arts Center\, 910 S. College St.\, Auburn\, AL\, 36849\, United States CATEGORIES:75th Anniversary,Events,Main Calendar ORGANIZER;CN="School of Forestry & Wildlife Sciences":MAILTO:sfwsdev@auburn.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220217T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220217T190000 DTSTAMP:20260703T131936 CREATED:20210511T220709Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220128T223913Z UID:7879-1645120800-1645124400@cfwe.auburn.edu SUMMARY:75th Anniversary Dean's Forum & Alumni Social with Dr. Janaki Alavalapati DESCRIPTION:Dr. Janaki R.R. Alavalapati became dean of the School of Forestry and Wildlife Sciences in 2015. \nAuburn University will host a virtual Dean’s Forum and Alumni Social with Dr. Janaki Alavalapati on Thursday\, February 17\, as part of the School of Forestry and Wildlife Sciences’ 75th Anniversary Celebration. \nDr. Janaki Alavalapati was appointed dean of the School of Forestry and Wildlife Sciences in 2015. Before that\, he spent eight years as professor and head of the Department of Forest Resources and Environmental Conservation in the College of Natural Resources and Environment at Virginia Tech and several years on the School of Forest Resources and Conservation faculty at the University of Florida. Since he was appointed dean\, Dr. Alavalapati has established several new undergraduate degrees and professional graduate programs and created the student leadership development program\, Forests\, Environment\, and Wildlife Leadership\, or FEWL\, Academy. Under his leadership\, the school has increased student enrollment by over 50%\, the diversity of the school’s faculty by 30%\, and increased the school’s research funding by over 80%. \nDr. Glenn Glover\, alumnus and emeritus professor\, will serve as moderator of the question-and-answer forum. Following the discussion\, attendees are invited to remain on the Zoom to participate in the Alumni Social. \nThe forum and social is open to faculty\, staff\, students\, and the school’s alumni via Zoom from 6 – 7 p.m. CT at https://auburn.zoom.us/j/83123522389 and will be live-streamed via the school’s Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/ausfws/live/. \n  URL:https://cfwe.auburn.edu/event/75th-anniversary-deans-forum-alumni-social-janaki-alavalapati/ LOCATION:Zoom\, Link to be provided CATEGORIES:75th Anniversary,Events,Main Calendar ORGANIZER;CN="School of Forestry & Wildlife Sciences":MAILTO:sfwsdev@auburn.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220120T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220120T190000 DTSTAMP:20260703T131936 CREATED:20210511T214942Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220105T144307Z UID:7878-1642701600-1642705200@cfwe.auburn.edu SUMMARY:75th Anniversary Dean's Forum & Alumni Social with Dr. James Shepard DESCRIPTION:Dr. James Shepard at the groundbreaking of the Solon and Martha Dixon Foundation Learning Center\, June 6\, 2012. \nAuburn University will host a virtual Dean’s Forum and Alumni Social with Dr. James Shepard on Thursday\, January 20\, as part of the School of Forestry and Wildlife Sciences’ 75th Anniversary Celebration. \nAn expert in forest soils\, forest ecology\, and wetlands policy\, Dr. James Shepard\, former professor and associate director of the Forest and Wildlife Research Center at Mississippi State University\, was appointed dean of the School of Forestry and Wildlife Sciences effective January 3\, 2011. Among Dr. Shepard’s  achievements as dean\, he oversaw the fundraising and construction of the Solon and Martha Dixon Foundation Learning Center\, completed in 2012\, the first official wildlife summer field practicum\, and the implementation of the new undergraduate major\, Natural Resources Management. \nDr. Glenn Glover\, alumnus and emeritus professor\, will serve as moderator of the question-and-answer forum. Following the discussion\, attendees are invited to remain on the Zoom to participate in the alumni social. \nThe forum and social is open to faculty\, staff\, students\, and the school’s alumni via Zoom from 6 – 7 p.m. CT at https://auburn.zoom.us/j/83854361087 and will be live-streamed via the school’s Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/ausfws/live/. \n  URL:https://cfwe.auburn.edu/event/75th-anniversary-deans-forum-alumni-social-james-shepard/ LOCATION:Zoom\, Link to be provided CATEGORIES:75th Anniversary,Events,Main Calendar ORGANIZER;CN="School of Forestry & Wildlife Sciences":MAILTO:sfwsdev@auburn.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211208T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211208T190000 DTSTAMP:20260703T131936 CREATED:20211122T174836Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211129T165541Z UID:8358-1638986400-1638990000@cfwe.auburn.edu SUMMARY:Online Master of Forest Business and Investment Virtual Open House DESCRIPTION:  \nAuburn University has established a new online Master of Science degree program within the School of Forestry and Wildlife Sciences designed for working forestry professionals seeking business expertise for career advancement. The new forest business and investment degree\, or FBI\, is the first online business degree created to serve the unique needs of the forest industry. \nThe FBI program is designed to build upon a student’s forestry knowledge while providing expertise in business\, finance\, and investments specific to the forest industry. Students without a forestry background will gain forest industry-specific skills through a blended curriculum. To introduce the program\, Auburn University is hosting a virtual open house for prospective students on Dec. 8\, 2021\, from 6 – 7 p.m. CT. \nDuring the open house\, Auburn faculty will provide a general overview of the curriculum and details about admissions requirements\, tuition and fees\, and next steps for enrollment. After the program overview\, participants can join small group breakout rooms for a question-and-answer sessions with faculty. Attendees should register online to receive a Zoom link for the open house to be provided via email on Dec. 7. \nThose unable to attend may learn more about the program by contacting Dr. Jessica Daniel\, the school’s online graduate program coordinator\, at jrd0084@auburn.edu or submitting a request for information online. URL:https://cfwe.auburn.edu/event/online-masters-of-forest-business-and-investment-virtual-open-house/ LOCATION:SFWS Virtual Sessions\, United States CATEGORIES:Events,Main Calendar ORGANIZER;CN="Dr. Adam Maggard":MAILTO:adm0074@auburn.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211118T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211118T190000 DTSTAMP:20260703T131936 CREATED:20210511T210230Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211102T201731Z UID:7875-1637258400-1637262000@cfwe.auburn.edu SUMMARY:75th Anniversary Dean's Forum & Alumni Social with Dr. Richard Brinker DESCRIPTION:Dr. Richard W. Brinker served as dean from 1998 to 2011. He is shown in the newly constructed Forestry and Wildlife Sciences Building in 2005. \nAuburn University will host a virtual Dean’s Forum and Alumni Social with Dr. Richard W. Brinker on Thursday\, November 18\, as part of the School of Forestry and Wildlife Sciences’ 75th Anniversary Celebration. \nDr. Brinker began his Auburn career as an extension forester and assistant professor in 1988 and became an associate professor in 1995. He was promoted to dean\, professor\, and associate director of the Alabama Agricultural Experiment Station for the School of Forestry in 1998 and served in this role until his retirement in 2011. Among Dr. Brinker’s many achievements\, he oversaw the merger of Auburn’s forestry and wildlife sciences programs which became the School of Forestry and Wildlife Sciences\, and the establishment of the interdisciplinary Center for Forest Sustainability in 1999. He also presided over the fundraising and construction of the state-of-the-art Forestry and Wildlife Sciences Building\, completed in 2005. \nDr. Glenn Glover\, alumnus and emeritus professor\, will serve as moderator of the question-and-answer forum. After the discussion\, attendees will have the opportunity to reconnect with other alumni within one of four virtual breakout rooms\, grouped into 20-year graduation or enrollment periods: 1947 – 1967\, 1968 – 1988\, 1989 – 2009\, and 2010 – present. \nThe forum and social is open to faculty\, staff\, students\, and the school’s alumni via Zoom from 6 – 7 p.m. CT at https://auburn.zoom.us/j/88404839239 and will be live-streamed via the school’s Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/ausfws/live/. \n  URL:https://cfwe.auburn.edu/event/75th-anniversary-deans-forum-alumni-social-richard-brinker/ LOCATION:Zoom\, Link to be provided CATEGORIES:75th Anniversary,Events,Main Calendar ORGANIZER;CN="School of Forestry & Wildlife Sciences":MAILTO:sfwsdev@auburn.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211028T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211028T190000 DTSTAMP:20260703T131936 CREATED:20210511T195502Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211014T174539Z UID:7872-1635444000-1635447600@cfwe.auburn.edu SUMMARY:75th Anniversary Dean's Forum & Alumni Social with Dr. Emmett Thompson DESCRIPTION:Dr. Emmett Thompson and his wife Vi are shown at the presentation of the Emmett F. Thompson Deanship at the Auburn University School of Forestry and Wildlife Sciences in March 2021. \n  \nAuburn University will host a virtual Dean’s Forum and Alumni Social with Dr. Emmett Thompson on Thursday\, October 28\, from 6 – 7 p.m. CT\, as part of the School of Forestry and Wildlife Sciences’ 75th Anniversary Celebration. \nDr. Thompson\, who retired in 1998\, began his career at Auburn in 1977 as head of the Department of Forestry\, which was then part of the School of Agriculture. In 1984\, he became the School of Forestry’s first dean. Among his many accomplishments\, Dr. Thompson established the School of Forestry as a stand-alone entity\, separate from the College of Agriculture. He also led the effort to create the Solon Dixon Forestry Education Center and provided the foundational work for the construction of the state-of-the-art Forestry and Wildlife Sciences Building\, which was completed in 2005. Most recently\, Dr. Thompson’s legacy was honored with the establishment of the Emmett F. Thompson Deanship\, an endowed fund in the School of Forestry and Wildlife Sciences. \nDr. Glenn Glover\, alumnus and emeritus professor\, will serve as moderator of the question-and-answer forum. After the discussion\, attendees will have the opportunity to reconnect with other alumni within one of four virtual breakout rooms\, grouped into 20-year graduation or enrollment periods: 1947 – 1967\, 1968 – 1988\, 1989 – 2009\, and 2010 – present.  Alumni hosts will be: Frank Walburn ’80\, Eric Gee ’94\, and\nWilliam Green ’14. \nThe forum and social is open to alumni\, faculty\, staff\, and students via Zoom from 6 – 7 p.m. CT at https://auburn.zoom.us/j/86271587389 and will be live-streamed via the school’s Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/ausfws/live/. \n  URL:https://cfwe.auburn.edu/event/75th-anniversary-deans-forum-alumni-social-emmett-thompson/ LOCATION:Zoom\, Link to be provided CATEGORIES:75th Anniversary,Events,Main Calendar ORGANIZER;CN="School of Forestry & Wildlife Sciences":MAILTO:sfwsdev@auburn.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211025T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211025T190000 DTSTAMP:20260703T131936 CREATED:20210922T203640Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210922T204732Z UID:8252-1635181200-1635188400@cfwe.auburn.edu SUMMARY:2021 Graduate Student Research Symposium & Reception DESCRIPTION:The School of Forestry and Wildlife Sciences will host the 2021 Graduate Student Research Symposium & Reception on Monday\, October 25\, 2021\, from 5 – 7 p.m. As part of the 75th Anniversary Celebration\, the symposium will highlight the diversity of the school’s research program and provide graduate students the opportunity to present their research to stakeholders and members of the academic community. \nThis is a complimentary event for faculty\, staff and students and will be held in the Conference Hall\, Room 1101\, located on the first floor of the School of Forestry and Wildlife Sciences Building at 602 Duncan Drive\, Auburn\, Alabama. Light refreshments will be offered. Parking will be available on the third and fourth levels of the South Quad Parking Deck. Advanced registration and parking passes are not required. URL:https://cfwe.auburn.edu/event/2021-graduate-research-symposium-reception-2/ LOCATION:Room 1101 (Conference Hall)\, SFWS Bldg.\, 602 Duncan Drive\, Auburn\, AL\, 36849\, United States CATEGORIES:Events,Main Calendar ORGANIZER;CN="Audrey Grindle%2C Graduate Student Coordinator":MAILTO:apg0008@auburn.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211021T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211021T140000 DTSTAMP:20260703T131936 CREATED:20210922T205529Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210922T205625Z UID:8255-1634810400-1634824800@cfwe.auburn.edu SUMMARY:SFWS Career Fair DESCRIPTION:School of Forestry & Wildlife Sciences presents its 7th Annual Career Fair\, Thursday\, October 21\, 2021\, from 10 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. \nForestry\, wildlife sciences\, and natural resource-focused employers will be on hand to meet students in the SFWS Conference Hall\, Room 1101. \nThe career fair event benefits all students regardless of their anticipated graduation! Students will have the opportunity to: \n\nMeet potential employers and learn about their organizations\nExplore careers in wildlife ecology and management\, forestry\, and natural resources\nApply for jobs and internships\nDiscover what will make them most competitive in the job market\n\nA soft skills seminar and pizza dinner will be offered for students on Wednesday evening\, October 20\, in Room 2217 at the School of Forestry and Wildlife Sciences. The seminar will feature guest panelists representing various types of organizations including private industry\, nongovernmental organizations and public agencies focused on the forestry\, wildlife and natural resources fields. The workshop is intended to help students develop professional and interpersonal skills such as communication\, team work\, conflict resolution\, work ethic and personal attributes of integrity\, empathy\, adaptability\, and emotional intelligence; which are often noted as crucial for career success. \nAll Auburn students who are interested in natural resources-related career fields are invited to attend the career fair and seminar. \nPrevious attending employers have included: Alabama Conservation and Natural Resources\, Alabama Farmers Federation\, Alabama Forestry Commission\, Alabama Nature Center\, Bartlett Tree Experts\, Canfor Scotch Gulf\, Georgia-Pacific\, Great Southern Wood Preserving\, Inc.\, Hancock Forest Management Group\, High Adventure Company\, International Paper\, Jasper Lumber Company\, Inc.\, Larson & McGowin\, Inc.\, Regions Bank\, Resource Management Service LLC\, Scotch Land Management LLC\, St. Marks NWR\, The Westervelt Company\, Timber Products Inspection\, US Fish and Wildlife Service\, US Geological Survey\, USDA Forest Service\, USDA-National Resources Conservation Service\, West Fraser\, WestRock Company\, Phenix City\, AL\, WestRock Company\, Richmond\, VA\, and Weyerhaeuser. \nTo learn more about registering your company or organization\, contact sfwseve@auburn.edu by Oct. 1. URL:https://cfwe.auburn.edu/event/2021-sfws-career-fair/ LOCATION:Room 1101 (Conference Hall)\, SFWS Bldg.\, 602 Duncan Drive\, Auburn\, AL\, 36849\, United States CATEGORIES:Events,Main Calendar ORGANIZER;CN="Wendy Franklin%2C Student Recruitment & Events Coordinator":MAILTO:wzf0003@auburn.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211020T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211020T190000 DTSTAMP:20260703T131936 CREATED:20210922T210158Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211019T165257Z UID:8256-1634749200-1634756400@cfwe.auburn.edu SUMMARY:Soft Skills Seminar DESCRIPTION:The School of Forestry and Wildlife Sciences will host a soft skills seminar and pizza dinner for students on Wednesday\, October 20\, from 5 – 7 p.m. The seminar will feature guest panelists who will talk about interview skills and professional and leadership attributes that are necessary for advancement. \nThe workshop is intended to help students develop professional and interpersonal skills such as communication\, team work\, conflict resolution\, work ethic and character traits of integrity\, empathy\, adaptability\, and emotional intelligence; which are often noted as crucial for career success. \nThe seminar is free and open to all Auburn University students. The seminar will be held in room 2217 within the Forestry and Wildlife Sciences building located at 602 Duncan Dr.\, Auburn\, Alabama. URL:https://cfwe.auburn.edu/event/2021-soft-skills-seminar/ LOCATION:College of Forestry\, Wildlife and Environment\, 602 Duncan Drive\, Auburn\, AL\, 36849\, United States CATEGORIES:Events,Main Calendar ORGANIZER;CN="Wendy Franklin%2C Student Recruitment & Events Coordinator":MAILTO:wzf0003@auburn.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211019T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211019T160000 DTSTAMP:20260703T131936 CREATED:20210922T215022Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211019T165247Z UID:8257-1634652000-1634659200@cfwe.auburn.edu SUMMARY:Current Status and the Future of the Cross-Laminated Timber Industry: Panel Discussion & Reception DESCRIPTION:  \nThe Auburn University School of Forestry and Wildlife Sciences will host the “Cross-Laminated Timber Industry: Current Status and Future” panel discussion and reception on Tuesday\, Oct. 19\, from 2-4:30 p.m. \nCross-laminated timber\, or CLT\, is a prefabricated wood panel made from wood stacked and glued crosswise in alternating directions to create pressed layers. This unique engineering gives the panel exceptional strength and strong fire-protection characteristics while being light and easy to assemble. CLT is considered a sustainable material that is safe and cost-effective for commercial construction\, while offering structural simplicity and benefits such as reduced waste\, improved thermal performance and design versatility. \nGuest panelists include industry representatives Derek Ratchford\, CEO of SmartLam\, Dothan\, Alabama; Jason Reynolds\, senior director\, WoodWorks Wood Products Council; and Mike Kensler\, director of Auburn University’s Office of Sustainability. Adam Maggard\, Alabama Extension specialist and Auburn assistant professor of forest systems management\, will serve as moderator. \nThe event will be held in the Conference Hall\, room 1101\, in the Forestry and Wildlife Sciences Building at 602 Duncan Drive in Auburn\, Alabama. Industry stakeholders\, faculty\, students and members of the public are welcome to attend. Preregistration for the discussion is not necessary. Guest parking will be available on the third and fourth levels of the South Quad Parking Deck across from the school. \nTo foster this emerging industry with the Southeast\, the School of Forestry and Wildlife Sciences plans to host an international conference\, “The Sustainable Future of CLT in the South: Grow\, Design\, Build\,” April 27-29\, 2022. For more information\, email Maggard at adm0074@auburn.edu. \nTo learn more about upcoming conference and other CLT-related developments\, visit https://cfwe.auburn.edu/clt/ . URL:https://cfwe.auburn.edu/event/2021-cross-laminated-timber-markets-a-panel-discussion-reception/ LOCATION:Room 1101 (Conference Hall)\, SFWS Bldg.\, 602 Duncan Drive\, Auburn\, AL\, 36849\, United States CATEGORIES:Events,Main Calendar ORGANIZER;CN="Dr. Adam Maggard":MAILTO:adm0074@auburn.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211013T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211013T190000 DTSTAMP:20260703T131936 CREATED:20210930T135157Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210930T222707Z UID:8295-1634144400-1634151600@cfwe.auburn.edu SUMMARY:SFWS SGA Townhall DESCRIPTION:The School of Forestry and Wildlife Sciences Student Government Association will host the SGA Townhall meeting on Wednesday\, October 13 from 5 – 7 p.m. in room 2217 of the Forestry and Wildlife Sciences Building at 602 Duncan Drive\, Auburn\, Ala. All SFWS students are invited to participate. Pizza\, soda\, and dessert will be provided. URL:https://cfwe.auburn.edu/event/sfws-sga-townhall/ LOCATION:College of Forestry\, Wildlife and Environment\, 602 Duncan Drive\, Auburn\, AL\, 36849\, United States CATEGORIES:Events,Main Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211007T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211007T150000 DTSTAMP:20260703T131936 CREATED:20210519T202023Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210930T200602Z UID:7936-1633615200-1633618800@cfwe.auburn.edu SUMMARY:75th Anniversary "7 for 75" Speaker Series Presents Nick Wiley '86 DESCRIPTION:Auburn University will host a virtual talk with Nick Wiley ’86\, chief operating officer of Ducks Unlimited\, on October 7 as part of the School of Forestry and Wildlife Sciences’ 75th Anniversary Celebration. \nWiley is the sixth speaker in the virtual “7 for 75 Speaker Series” as part of the school’s yearlong celebration\, which began March 1. As chief operating officer for Ducks Unlimited (DU) he serves as a strategic leader and member of DU’s executive leadership team. Wiley is a certified wildlife biologist with more than 35 years of experience in fish and wildlife management. Prior to joining DU in 2017\, he was executive director of  Florida’s Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission and former president of the Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies. He is also the past chair of the Council to Advance Hunting and the Shooting Sports. \nWiley received a bachelor’s degree in biology from Georgia Southern University in 1983 and a master’s degree in wildlife management from Auburn University in 1986. He serves on the Georgia Southern University College of Science and Mathematics Advisory Board and School of Forestry and Wildlife Sciences Advisory Council. Wiley is a National Conservation Leadership Institute Fellow and a member of the Boone and Crockett Club and serves on the board of directors for The Theodore Roosevelt Conservation Partnership and the Council to Advance Hunting and Shooting Sports.\nThe event is open to the public via Zoom from 2-3 p.m. CDT at https://auburn.zoom.us/j/87052882997 \, and live-streamed via the school’s Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/ausfws/live/. \nThe “7 for 75 Speaker Series” features distinguished alumni and industry leaders—representing an array of forestry\, wildlife and natural resource fields and enterprises—covering a wide range of topics\, from land management to current and future technology to stakeholder engagement. \n  \n  \n  URL:https://cfwe.auburn.edu/event/75th-anniversary-7-for-75-speaker-series-presents-nick-wiley/ LOCATION:Zoom\, Link to be provided CATEGORIES:75th Anniversary,Events,Main Calendar ORGANIZER;CN="School of Forestry & Wildlife Sciences":MAILTO:sfwsdev@auburn.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210925T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210925T140000 DTSTAMP:20260703T131936 CREATED:20210913T155648Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210913T222254Z UID:8221-1632571200-1632578400@cfwe.auburn.edu SUMMARY:75th Anniversary Alumni Homecoming Tailgate DESCRIPTION:The School of Forestry and Wildlife Sciences will host its Annual Alumni Homecoming Tailgate on Saturday\, Sept. 25\, from 12 – 2 p.m.\, as part of its 75th Anniversary Celebration. Alumni\, faculty\, staff\, and students are invited to enjoy food and fellowship in Conference Room 1101 or under the shade of the A. Kent Van Cleave Pavilion at the Forestry and Wildlife Sciences Building located at 602 Duncan Drive. There will be music and activities\, as well as a ceremonial cutting of the 75th Anniversary cake by Dean Janaki Alavalapati. Copies of the book “75 Years of Forestry and Wildlife Sciences” will be available for sale (cash or checks only) and author\, Arthur Slotkin\, will be present to sign copies. \n  URL:https://cfwe.auburn.edu/event/75th-anniversary-alumni-homecoming-tailgate/ LOCATION:Room 1101 (Conference Hall)\, SFWS Bldg.\, 602 Duncan Drive\, Auburn\, AL\, 36849\, United States CATEGORIES:75th Anniversary,Events,Main Calendar ORGANIZER;CN="School of Forestry & Wildlife Sciences":MAILTO:sfwsdev@auburn.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210923T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210923T150000 DTSTAMP:20260703T131936 CREATED:20210402T165019Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210915T205529Z UID:7796-1632405600-1632409200@cfwe.auburn.edu SUMMARY:75th Anniversary "7 for 75" Speaker Series Presents John Burrell DESCRIPTION:Auburn University will host a virtual talk with John Burrell\, President and CEO of High Adventure Company and High Adventure Safaris\, on September 23 as part of the School of Forestry and Wildlife Sciences’ 75th Anniversary Celebration. \nBurrell is the sixth speaker in the virtual “7 for 75 Speaker Series” as part of the school’s yearlong celebration\, which began March 1.  Renown as an international outfitting expert\, Burrell will discuss his diverse 25 year-career as guide\, marketing pro\, television host\, and founder of High Adventure Company\, an award-winning company which owns and operates many of the world’s finest sporting properties. An industry leader and advocate\, Burrell will also talk about his critical role in assisting the School to establish Auburn’s wildlife enterprise management degree\, a talent pipeline for sporting industry leaders of the future. \nThe talk is open to the public via Zoom from 2-3 p.m. CDT at https://auburn.zoom.us/j/87232088648\, and live-streamed via the school’s Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/ausfws/live/. \nThe “7 for 75 Speaker Series” is designed to feature distinguished alumni and industry leaders representing an array of forestry\, wildlife and natural resource fields and enterprises. Speakers will cover a wide range of topics\, from land management to current and future technology to stakeholder engagement. \nThe next speaker in the series will be Nick Wiley ’86\, chief operating officer of Ducks Unlimited. Wiley is a certified wildlife biologist with more than 35 years of experience in fish and wildlife management. Prior to joining DU in 2017\, he was executive director of  Florida’s Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission and former president of the Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies. He is also the past chair of the Council to Advance Hunting and the Shooting Sports. Wiley received a Bachelor of Science degree in biology from Georgia Southern in 1983 and a Master of Science degree in wildlife management from Auburn University in 1986. His talk is scheduled from 2 – 3 p.m. CDT October 7. \nSpeaker Bio: \nJohn Burrell\, President and CEO of High Adventure Company and High Adventure Safaris\, has been an avid outdoorsman since his childhood in Anderson County\, Tennessee. As one of the most respected professionals in the outdoor industry\, John has 25 years of experience managing\, developing and marketing some of the world’s top sporting destinations. \nHis well-storied career includes forming a successful international outfitting firm for outdoor powerhouse Mossy Oak/Haas Outdoors and being named the youngest partner in their recreational real estate firm\, Mossy Oak Properties. It also includes being named the lead guide to help legendary clothing manufacturer\, Eddie Bauer design and test their Sport Shop apparel. This well-conceived product line has the distinction of winning more awards than any of its kind. \nJohn’s commitment to quality has led to other accolades as well. In addition to winning the Garden & Gun Best of the Sporting South Award\, High Adventure Company is the only four-time recipient of the Sporting Classics Award of Excellence. \nHAC properties have been featured in Sporting Classics and Shooting Sportsman\, The New York Times\, Conde Nast Traveler\, Garden & Gun\, Men’s Journal and Southern Bride magazine as well as numerous outdoor industry television shows. URL:https://cfwe.auburn.edu/event/75th-anniversary-7-for-75-speaker-series-presents-john-burrell/ LOCATION:Zoom\, Link to be provided CATEGORIES:75th Anniversary,Events,Main Calendar ORGANIZER;CN="School of Forestry & Wildlife Sciences":MAILTO:sfwsdev@auburn.edu END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR