The University of Michigan Biological Station (UMBS) is pleased to offer the Project CLEAR Fund Fellowship for summer 2015.

http://lsa.umich.edu/umbs/students/studentresearchopportunities/studentresearchfellowships

ELIGIBILITY: Graduate or undergraduate students who will conduct  independent research on freshwater ecosystems (e.g. water quality improvement, ecosystem protection or stewardship, or freshwater sustainability); involve/engage local communities in their research/research findings; and enroll concurrently in 1 summer session field class at UMBS. (http://lsa.umich.edu/umbs/students/courses)

SUPPORT: This fellowship provides room, board, research fees and supplies at UMBS. The Tip of the Mitt Watershed Council is participating with UMBS to help fellows find and engage appropriate communities.

A note about course enrollment: This fellowship does not cover tuition for the field class. However, we have separate financial aid for students taking classes for which you should apply.

TO APPLY: Send resume and letter of interest to UMBS Associate Director Karie Slavik, slavik@umich.edu.

DEADLINE: Friday, April 3, 2015.