2014 Geothermal Student Competition

Dear Colleagues:
The US Department Energy’s Geothermal Technologies Program and Oak Ridge Institute for Science Education are pleased to announce the 2014 Geothermal Student Competition. The Geothermal Student Competition seeks students interested in building and showcasing scientific research, communication and leadership skills to promote geothermal energy as a player in the nation’s renewable energy future. This year’s event focuses on a non-technical barrier to geothermal development: public communications.  Energy production can be a complex topic to explain to a broad public audience, and describing energy that comes from a subsurface environment—difficult to visualize for many—amplifies the challenge of explaining geothermal energy, how it works, and how it can benefit consumers. 

The Challenge:
This year’s Competition focuses on a non-technical barrier to geothermal development: public communications. Students are asked to develop a cutting-edge geothermal communications tool that integrates accurate, technical information with a graphical visualization infographic. Students will also create an outreach plan to disseminate the infographic to local middle and high schools.

Who Should Apply?
Teams may consist of undergraduates and/or graduate students. High school seniors are encouraged to apply.

Where do I Apply?
The Competition application, guidelines, and further details can all be found on the Competition website:  http://orise.orau.gov/geothermal

Semi-Finalist Awards
The five most compelling and competitive applications will receive a total award of $2,500, where $2000 is expected to be used as project development funds (stipend) and $500 is to develop an outreach presentation for middle and high school students.

Key Dates:

·         Feb. 21: Application page opens

·         March 25: Kick-off Call with prospective Student Teams

·         April 5: Round 1 deliverables due: Project plan, Communications and Education Strategy, and Infographic mock-up due

·         NLT April 16: Five finalists are notified and invited to submit full application packages

·         June 14: Final packets due

·         NLT June 27: First, second, and third place teams are notified

·         September 28-October 1: GRC Conference: Five finalists attend the GRC conference in Portland and winners are announced. Additionally, GRC attendees will have the opportunity to vote for a “People’s Choice Award,” the winner of which will be announced at GRC’s conclusion. 

For more information please contact Dr. Desmond Stubbs, Program Manager by Email: Desmond.Stubbs@orau.org
We look forward to receiving highly competitive and innovative ideas from your students!
 

Congratulations to Ben Bogard and Mattea Otten

Both Ben and Mattea are Wartburg Scholars

A picture is worth a thousand words — Congratulations to these students who won the Study Abroad Photo Contest:

Ben Bogard ’15, first place, "Peace in China"
Mattea Otten ’14, second place, "Something Beautiful"
Samatha Salow ’15, third place, "Faith Worldwide"
All 63 entries can be viewed on the Study Abroad Facebook page. The photos also will be on display outside the Den in January and February, during which time the Student Choice and Faculty/Staff Choice awards will be voted on and awarded.

Interesting competition from the NY Times

Are you 19 or younger?  Check this out:

http://learning.blogs.nytimes.com/2013/09/02/what-memorable-experiences-have-you-had-in-learning-science-or-math/?ref=science

Cengage Awarding a $2500 Scholarship for a Slice of Life

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	We're Awarding a $2500 Scholarship for a Slice of Life There's more than one way to peel an orange, and there's more than one way to learn. As someone who works daily to engage students, you know that they come to your classroom with unique traits and identities. We want to hear about them! We're asking students to get creative and put together a short video that illustrates their identity as a unique learner. We're awarding a $2500 scholarship for the best video. Learn More! Please share this opportunity with your students. Encourage them to visit www.cengage.com/mindtap/slice to learn more and enter. Deadline: April 19, 2013

Pearson Prize

The Pearson Prize is an award distributed by the Pearson Foundation that recognizes students who distinguish themselves by leading public service efforts and give back to their local community while completing their undergraduate studies.

We've made a few exciting changes to the program this year in order to provide even more students with the financial support and additional assistance they'll need to grow their programs and community outreach efforts. In 2013, 100 students will receive a cash prize of $1,000 to meet their goals, empowering more students than ever before to enrich their communities!

Please share this exciting opportunity with your students. The Pearson Prize application is available online and applications must be completed by April 19, 2013.

2013 Geothermal Student Competition

The US Department of Energy’s Geothermal Technologies Program and Oak Ridge Institute for Science Education are pleased to announce the 2013 Geothermal Student Competition

The Challenge:

The Competition seeks to engage students in a collaborative exercise to develop a business plan for developing a geothermal enterprise. Applicants are encouraged to consider a candidate resource in their home state/region, though convincing plans for any domestic target will be considered.

The US Department Energy’s Geothermal Technologies Program and Oak Ridge Institute for Science Education are pleased to announce the 2013 Geothermal Student Competition.

Who Should Apply?

The Competition is open to undergraduate and graduate students in science, engineering, and business programs of study.

Where do I Apply?

The Competition application, guidelines, and further details can all be found on the Competition website http://orise.orau.gov/geothermal

How does the Competition work?

Students will prepare a concept paper with the guiding topic: Innovative geothermal project proposal (related to electricity production—not primarily to direct use applications although these may be combined with electricity production) in your selected locale. Students are required to show evidence that existing data, or new data was used to support their approach. The seven most compelling and competitive applications will be selected through a screening process described in the evaluation section of this document.

Seven Semi-Finalist Awards

Each Semi-finalist will receive a total award of $5,500, where $5000 is expected to be used as planning funds (stipend) and $500 is to be used to startup a geothermal club on your campus

For more information please contact Dr. Desmond Stubbs, Program Manager by email: geothermalstudentcompetition@orise.orau.gov

We look forward to receiving highly competitive and innovative ideas from your students!

Regards,

Desmond Stubbs, PhD

Student Travel Writing Contest

I was perusing my favorite travel sites when I saw this contest you might be interested in.

Student Writing Contest

The Only Student Travel Writing Contest to Cover Studying, Working, Interning, Volunteering and Living Abroad

The 2013 Winner Will Be Awarded $500 to Share their Student Experience (See Guidelines for All Prizes!)

The contest is open to all "currently enrolled undergraduate and graduate students, students who have graduated within the past year, and students currently on leave from school." The judges want to see essays of 1,000-2,000 words that offer solid advice for adjusting to student life overseas. Check out their guidelines carefully before putting pen to paper.
First prize is $500; second prize is $150; third prize is $100; and runners-up get $50. All get published in "Transitions Abroad" print and webzine. Deadline is April 15.

Thanks to Gadling for the information.