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Article ItemOMNR student Adrian Hunter helps U.S. Forest Service operate more sustainably , article
Even though pandemic staff shortages and wildfire emergencies have forced Adrian Hunter to dial back his coursework, the Online MNR student continues to apply what he’s learning in his courses to his work in the U.S. Forest Service, helping the organization to operate more smoothly and sustainably
Date: 10/19/2021 -
Article ItemCareer Coaching Series: What certification should I get if I want to work in sustainability? , article
If you’re confused by certifications in the sustainability field, you’re not alone. Trish Kenlon, founder of Sustainable Career Pathways and one of our Career Coaches, offers a practical guide to navigating the certification landscape.
Date: 10/12/2021 -
Article ItemConsidering a career in sustainability? Start here. , article
The term “sustainability” can mean different things to different people, but that’s actually a good thing for professionals looking to start or pivot to a career in sustainability. Executive MNR alum Tiffany Rozell shares a perspective from her own experience.
Date: 10/05/2021 -
Article ItemXMNR alum Tony Deyerle lands dream job as solar farm developer , article
Executive MNR alum Tony Deyerle talks about how the Virginia Tech graduate program helped him land his dream job in renewable energy, working as a project developer for Sun Tribe Development, a clean energy company headquartered in Charlottesville, VA.
Date: 09/21/2021 -
Article ItemReduce pandemic-related work stress: believe you have control over your future , article
Overwhelmed by work stress? You’re stronger than you think, says Kathy Miller Perkins, a leadership and career coach with Virginia Tech’s Center for Leadership in Global Sustainability. Kathy explains why resilience is a key factor in managing work-related stress during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Date: 09/14/2021 -
Article ItemHow do we save global forests? A call to action from the Global Forest Summit , article
“If only tropical deforestation were a country today, it would be the third largest C02 emitter behind China and the United States. Stopping deforestation is an absolute priority.” Online MNR student Todd Waldron reflects on the current state of global forests.
Date: 09/07/2021 -
Article ItemConsider your culture: MNR students learn to reflect on social norms in environmental decision-making , article
How culturally competent are you? Recognizing the importance of cultural context in sustainability issues, the Center for Leadership in Global Sustainability (CLiGS) administers a standardized cultural competence assessment to all graduate students in degree programs to help them recognize and improve blind spots.
Date: 08/24/2021 -
Article ItemXMNR alum Brian Macnamara promotes sustainability, collaboration in the hospitality industry , article
Brian Macnamara, who has worked as Senior Vice President and Chief Accounting Officer for Host Hotels since 2007, says the Executive MNR program helped him discover ways he could incorporate sustainability into business practices in the hospitality sector.
Date: 08/17/2021 -
Article ItemHelping the Everglades’ mangrove forests survive climate change , article
There is some hope for mangrove survival if conservationists and managers plan effective climate change adaptation strategies and incorporate them into existing conservation plans to get the most bang for the buck, reports Online MNR student Noelle Chantarasap.
Date: 08/10/2021 -
Article ItemDaniel Dydek forges a new career path, combining diverse professional skills, personal interests, and a passion for sustainability , article
Online MNR alum Daniel Dydek was looking for a way to put a diverse set of skills and professional experiences—spanning creative writing, bicycle mechanics, oil and gas, and military service—to use in conservation and sustainability. He talked to us about the importance of recognizing opportunities and being comfortable with complexity.
Date: 08/03/2021
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