Environmental Institution Management
January 9-13, 2012, Ashland Nature Center
Through first-hand experiences in seminars, field trips, group projects and preparation of individual reference manuals, participants obtain invaluable practical, management information. Now in its 28th year, this unique course draws students and professionals from throughout the country. A one-credit, graduate course (PLSC - 667/MSST - 667) offered by the Delaware Nature Society and University of Delaware.
Note: U of DE Museum Certificate Program students can apply 1 credit of the EIM course to their program.
Course Content: In seminar sessions with Delaware Nature Society staff and guest lecturers including attorneys, financial experts and museum administrators, the course will cover Goal definition and long-range planning, conservation and preservation roles, programming, fundraising, financial management and budgeting, staffing and personnel policies, coordinating volunteers, publicity and marketing, publications, legal considerations
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Professional Leadership Institute
January 10-14, 2012 - Ashland Nature Center
Co-sponsored by the Delaware Nature Society and the Association of Nature Center Administrators, Professional Leadership Institute provides directors and administrators with insight and expertise in the key components of operating an environmental institution. Here is an opportunity to network and share with colleagues your successes and lessons learned from experience, to acquire techniques in recognizing and preparing for challenges, and to refresh and focus your vision. Topics include management skills, science and environmental education, conservation and preservation issues, membership development, fund raising, facility and exhibit planning, personnel and office management.
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Outstanding Environmental Educator of the Year Awards
Each year, The Delaware Nature Society honors outstanding Delaware public and private school teachers in the field of environmental education. Teachers may nominate themselves or be nominated by fellow teachers, principals, administrators, university instructors, officials of state natural resource agencies, Department of Education personnel and others. Recipients receive an original, personalized certificate of achievement, $300 certificate towards Nature Society programs for personal enrichment or towards a class trip, a one-year Nature Society Household membership, and statewide recognition through press releases and publication on the Nature Society website. Teachers and their principals will be honored at the Delaware Nature Society's Annual Meeting in April.
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Nomination deadline: January 27, 2012
Application deadline: February 24, 2012
U of DE Summer Graduate Teacher Courses
Two-three week courses taught at Ashland and Abbott's Mill Nature Centers. Registration for 2010 TBA. Contact University of Delaware Special Sessions, 302-831-2852.
