The Future Rivers training program will initially support four student cohorts as they prepare to effectively safeguard freshwater ecosystem services for a growing world population.
– Obtain mastery of quantitative and data science methods necessary for innovative river food-energy-water (FEW) science following an active learning model.
– Advance ability to do novel, integrative and globally aware river FEW science that generates actionable information that cannot emerge from research of food, energy, or water systems alone.
– Strengthen communication skills by giving the opportunity to reflect on the “so what” of science, improve engagement with society and become part of a community of scientists who encourage and support each other.
– Obtain tools to help promote inclusive FEW science.
– Create deep and long-lasting professional connections with partners and potential employers that will facilitate learning and open pathways for future career opportunities.
Possibility of up to 18 months of stipend during participation in the core program.
Potential for other opportunities and funding after completing the core program. These are open to everyone, irrespective of whether they were funded to participate in the core program:
– 1-year stipend
– Travel or research funds
– Skill-building opportunities
The program begins fall quarter of each year.
Complete the core program within 18 months (can be completed in 12), which consists of:
– Three selected data science courses relevant to your degree program
– A graduate seminar in Applying a Food-Energy-Water Nexus Perspective to Freshwater
– Two quarters of a 1-hour eScience community seminar (if pursuing a Certificate in Data Science)
– A Spring speaker series
– A week-long Summer Institute (U.S. or International)
– A science communication workshop
– Quarterly STEM inclusivity trainings
Be respectful while collaborating and learning with others.
Be active participants in the program through, for example, attendance at networking and scientific events, joining Summer Institutes, and facilitating cross disciplinary interaction.
Attend at least one STEM inclusivity workshop.
Be respectful while collaborating and learning with others.
Professional Networking
– Social and educational activities (speaker series, book talk, etc.)
– Community engagement via Summer Institutes, research, and volunteer opportunities
– Interaction with external partners from multiple sectors including non-profit, business, government, and multi-lateral
Community Building
– Develop a community of colleagues and friends through quarterly social meetups, seminars and coursework, and intensive interdisciplinary research
New STEM Career Skills
– Access to Data Science Summit, career fairs, and hack weeks
– Optional science communications trainings, including science through filmmaking
– Opportunity for innovative interdisciplinary integration
– Improved science communication skills and data science training
– Increased cultural awareness and inclusivity
Applications are now being accepted for the 2021/22 cohort!
Applications can be submitted anytime; however, to be considered for funding, please submit by January 22, 2021.