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IAG Regional Conference on Geomorphology & INTERNATIONAL WORKSHOP on LANDSLIDES IN DARJILING AND SIKKIM HIMALAYAS, INDIA (27th February 6th March, 2004)
Organized by: Indian Institute of Geomorphologists (IGI)
Department of Geography, Calcutta University, Calcutta, INDIA; Loreto College, Darjeeling; Darjeeling Govt. College, Darjeeling & G.B. Pant Institute of Environment & Ecological Studies, Gangtok, Sikkim
The organizing Committee on behalf of the Indian Institute of Geomorphologists (IGI), has the pleasure in inviting you to participate in the “IAG Regional Conference on Geomorphology” and “International Workshop on Landslides in Darjiling & Sikkim Himalayas” (27th February 6th March, 2004).
IAG Regional Conference on Geomorphology (27th-29th February,2004)
Objectives
Of late, Geomorphology has played a significant role in environmental management, resource evaluation and disaster management, highlighting the utility of the subject in the contemporary society. Consequently, Institutions and Geography Departments have taken keen interest in setting up Experimental Field-Stations to study Geomorphological problems in the laboratory as well as in the field.
The present Conference on Geomorphology intends to highlight the importance of Geomorphology not only in day to day life, but also as a basic science effective enough to solve many environmental issues. Thus, the relevance of Geomorphology is felt everywhere, but nowhere it is more acutely realized than in this vast agricultural country like India. Here the land, water, mineral and biotic resources have been indiscriminately exploited to the point of depletion and need to be resuscitated and nurtured through a judicious approach.
Venue
Department of Geography,Calcutta University,Ballygunge Science College Campus (4th Floor),35, Ballygunge Circular Road, Kolkata 700 019, INDIA
Themes
ORGANIZING COMMITTEE
Chairman: Prof.(Dr.) Subhash Ranjan Basu Department of Geography, Calcutta University; Ex-President, IGI & Associate Editor, Indian Journal of Geomorphology
Convener: Dr. Sunil Kumar De Department of Geography, U.C.T. College.Berhampore & E.C. Member, IGI
Members Dr. Prithwish Nag Hon’ble Surveyor General of India, Survey of India, Dehra Dun & President, IGI Prof. (Dr.) Savindra Singh - Department of Geography, Allahabad University, Allahabad & Secretary, IGI Prof. (Dr.) Vibhas Chandra Jha Department of Geography, Visva- Bharathi University, Shantiniketan & E.C.Member, IAG Dr. A.P.Krishna G.B. Pant Institute of Himalayan Environment and Development, Sikkim Dr. Subir Sarkar Department of Geography, North Bengal University, Darjiling Dr. W. Henry- Principal, Darjiling Gove. College, Darjeeling, Principal Loreto College, Darjiling Dr. Sukla Chakraborty Head, Department of Geography, Loreto College, Darjiling
International Workshop on Landslides in Darjiling & Sikkim Himalayas (1st 6th March, 2004)
OBJECTIVE OF THE WORKSHOP
Landslides are common disaster phenomena in many countries, causing great economic losses. The Darjiling Sikkim Himalayas in India, is a region which is known to be worst affected. Even a cursory glance at slide statistics gives a fearful idea of the enormity of damage done and the ever-present threat to life and property. In this area within the last hundred years 10,000 slides have been registered. The physical extent of landslides effect covers an area of approximately 400km2, 1000 lives have been lost and the overall economic development of this strategically important region retarded again and again.
Undoubtedly, landslide is primarily nature’s way of adjusting slope stability. Here the process has been intensified by human interference mainly through deforestation, incorrect construction procedure and unplanned tapping of natural resources. In recognition of the acuteness of problems relating to landslides, it is found desirable to sum up our knowledge of slope stability in the proposed workshop, so as to provide information on the origin of slope movements and the methods of their investigation, prevention and control. A series of field studies is intended to be performed in the Darjiling and Sikkim Himalayan region during the week-long workshop for a better understanding of the acute natural disaster.
IMPORTANT SITES OF STUDY
THEMES OF THE WORKSHOP
LIST OF EXPERT TEAM MEMBERS OF THE WORKSHOP
Registration
Those who will register for the Workshop will automatically be eligible for participating in the Conference without any extra fee.
Submission of Abstract
LAYOUT OF THE ABSTACT
OTHER INFORMATION
Method of Presentation
Paper(s) may be presented through any one of the following systems:
Scholarship
IGI Scholarship
Two Scholarships will be given by the Organizers to the Young Geomorphologists (below 35 years of age) from developing countries other than INDIA.
For availing the Scholarship a single page of Self-attested Curriculum Vitae (CV) with supporting documents for age-proof will have to be sent to the Convener by 31st September, 2003. Please, write “Application for Scholarship” on the top of the page of the “CV” and indicate your e-mail & corresponding address clearly.
Corresponding Address
PROVISIONAL PROGRAMME OF THE CONFERENCE AND WORKSHOP
Conference
Important Deadlines
Convener
Dr. Sunil Kumar De, Department of Geography, Union Christian Training College, Berhampore, Murshidabad 742 101, West Bengal, INDIA
Phone(mobile): +91-94341-15485, (Re):+91-33-2542-7159, Fax: +91-33-2826-3164
e-mail: desunil@rediffmail.com or desunil@yahoo.com
REGISTRATION FORM [click/drag to copy, then paste into a word processor document]
IAG REGIONAL CONFERENCE ON GEOMORPHOLOGY &
INTERNATIONAL WORKSHOP ON LANDSLIDES IN DARJILING AND SIKKIM HIMALAYAS, INDIA
(27th February 6th March, 2004)
PARTICIPANT (Please write or type in block letters)
Title : Prof Dr. Mr.
Ms. Mrs.:
Family Name:________________ Middle
Name:_______________ First Name:_________________
Date of Birth ______________________________________________________________________
(Applicable for young
Geomorphologists only. Please, enclose supporting
documents) Affiliation:________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
Mailing Address:
Street_________________________________ Town/City __________________ State/Province ______________________
Postal Code_____________________ Country____________________________
Phone_________________________________
Fax_______________________________________
E-mail___________________________________________________________________________
Shall participate the conference with paper / without
paper (Strike out which is not applicable).
Title of the paper___________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________
Mode of Presentation : Oral / Multimedia / Poster
ACCOMPANYING PERSON
Family Name________________ Middle Name____________
First Name_______________
Details of the Bank Draft:
Draft No__________________ Date________________ Place_____________________________
Issuing Bank ______________________________________________________________________
Date __________________________ Signature______________________________
Please, mail the Completed Registration Form to:
Phone (Re): +91-33-2542 7159; Mobile: +91-94341- 15485; ; Fax: +91-33-2826-3164
e-mail: desunil@yahoo.com or desunil@rediffmail.com
Date: 9/3
From: Ramon Batalla <RBatalla@macs.UdL.es>
Subject: 2nd Circ. - River Conference, Solsona, Spain;
May 2004
Dear colleagues and friends,
The second circular of the International Conference on RIVER/CATCHMENT DYNAMICS: NATURAL PROCESSES AND HUMAN IMPACTS, is now available at the Conference Web Page http://www.ctfc.es/conference2004. Conference will take place on the occasion of the retirement of Maria Sala and it will be held at the Forestry Institute of Catalonia in Solsona (Spain), May 2004. The conference will include two and a half days of presentations and one and a half days of field trips to areas of geomorphological interest in Catalonia. Besides updated information on the publication of Conference Proceedings, the page includes a summary of deadlines and the option for an on-line registration. Second circular can also be downloaded from the web page as .doc and .pdf format files. We want to thank to those of you that have already expressed and interest and support to the Conference. With our best wishes, Ramon J. Batalla, University of Lleida & Forestry Institute of Catalonia Celso Garcia, University of the Balearic Islands Moshe Inbar, University of Haifa
Date: 9/5
From: Hamish McGowan <h.mcgowan@uq.edu.au>
Subject: Position in Physical Geography; Brisbane,
Australia
Lecturer in Physical Geography
The University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia
School of Geography, Planning and Architecture, St Lucia
The School of Geography, Planning and Architecture (SGPA) is a vibrant multi-disciplinary School with extensive teaching and research interests covering the fields of Geography, Environmental Management, Planning and Development, Property Studies, Project Management and Architecture. The School offers a range of undergraduate programs including professionally accredited degrees and a suite of Masters degrees by coursework, and postgraduate training in research via the Master of Philosophy and Doctor of Philosophy degrees. The School has a strong international research profile with active Research Centres across all of its fields of expertise. The School is pleased to invite applications for a full time, continuing position in its Geographical Sciences Program.
The position is designed to strengthen the School's capacity for teaching and research in physical geography, complementing existing expertise in climatology and geomorphology. The ideal candidate will have a primary interest in catchment hydrology and/or biogeography and/or landscape ecology or a related field, with strong allied skills in spatial information science. Applicants must have a PhD, demonstrated experience in teaching, and a track record in producing high quality research in their field is essential. This is a continuing, full time appointment at Academic Level B. The remuneration package will be in the range $65,249 to $77,483 per annum which includes employer superannuation contributions of 17% of salary.
Obtain the position description and selection criteria online or contact Ms Leonie Chen on (07) 3365 7923 or e-mail l.chen@epsa.uq.edu.au . Telephone Dr David Neil +61-7-3365 6717, to discuss the role. Send applications to the Human Resource Officer, Faculty of Engineering, Physical Sciences and Architecture at the address below or email l.chen@epsa.uq.edu.au . Closing date for applications: 3 October 2003 Reference Number: 1294515
Date: 9/5
From: Mauro Soldati <soldati@unimore.it>
Subject: Grant Awards for the Regional Geomorphology
Conference in Mexico City
The International Association of Geomorphologists (IAG) and the Mexican Society of Geomorphology (MSG) are pleased to announce the results of the grant application contest to participate in the next IAG Regional Geomorphology Conference, which will take place from 27 October to 2 November 2003 in Mexico City.
Nineteen applications were received from young and very talented geomorphologists from Latin America and other countries. After careful evaluation of such applications, 3 full grants were awarded by IAG to young geomorphologists from Latin America, whereas 1 full grant and 4 partial grants were offered to young geomorphologists from different parts of the world by MSG.
IAG GRANTS have been awarded to the following young geomorphologists: Samia Equino (State University of Maringa, Brazil), Kenia Costa (Federal University of Goiás, Brazil) and André de Souza Avelar (Federal University of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil).
MSG GRANTS have been awarded to: Stella Moreiras (CONICET, Argentina)(full grant), Lisa Borgatti (University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, Italy), Dorina Illies (University of Oradea, Romania), Laura Perucca (CONICET, Argentina) and Silvio Carlos Rodrigues (Federal University of Uberlandia, Brazil).
In addition, registration fee was waved by MSG for the following young young
geomorphologists: Tobias Heckmann (University of Göttingen, Germany), Sergio
Saldaña (University of Vienna, Austria) and Michael Singer (University of
California, Santa Barbara).
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Mauro Soldati
Dipartimento di Scienze della Terra
Università degli Studi di Modena e Reggio Emilia
Largo S. Eufemia, 19
41100 MODENA, Italy
Tel.: +39-059-205 5842
Fax: +39-059-205 5887
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Date: 9/10
From: Tom Farr <tom.farr@jpl.nasa.gov>
Subject: SRTM30 (Global DEM) new version
An error was discovered in the newly announced SRTM30 global DEM; we have now corrected it and posted a new version (1.1) on the same ftp server ( ftp://edcftp.cr.usgs.gov/pub/data/srtm/SRTM30 ). A file named SRTM_version_history is available that explains the changes. We thank the users who discovered the error and we apologize for any inconvenience this has caused.
| Dr. Tom G Farr | Deputy Project Scientist |
| phone: 818-354-9057 | Shuttle Radar Topography Mission |
| fax: 818-354-9476 | Jet Propulsion Lab |
| tom.farr@jpl.nasa.gov | Pasadena, CA 91109 |
| http://www.jpl.nasa.gov/srtm/ | |
Date: 9/10
From:
Janine_M_Castro@r1.fws.gov
Subject: 2004 NW Stream Restoration Symposium
Deadline
Greetings!
River Restoration Northwest would like to remind you that October 1 is the abstract deadline for posters and presentations at the 2004 Northwest Stream Restoration Design Symposium. The symposium will be held February 3-5, 2004 at Dolce Skamania Lodge in Stevenson, Washington. There will be a bank erosion short course held on Monday, February 2nd, and an optional field trip on Friday, February 6th. We are pleased to announce that M. Gordon Wolman will be our featured evening speaker this year. To view the call for abstracts, visit: http://rrnw.org/Skamania2004/2004_Call.pdf
Also, we've started to post event information on the symposium web site at: http://rrnw.org/Skamania2004/
Please visit the web site for information about program highlights, sponsorship opportunities, and registration rates. Thanks -- we look forward to a stimulating gathering!
Date: 9/10
From: Arjen Stroeven <arjen.stroeven@geo.su.se>
Subject: PostDoc in Physical Geography - Stockholm
Univ.
STOCKHOLM UNIVERSITY hereby announces a position as POSTDOCTORAL FELLOW IN PHYSICAL GEOGRAPHY at the Department of Physical Geography and Quaternary Geology (Ref. no. 614-1710-03)
The Department of Physical Geography and Quaternary Geology, is one of the major departments within the Faculty of Natural Sciences. The department has 120 employees and approximately 1500 students. The main research disciplines are Geomorphology, Glaciology, Climatology, Quaternary Geology, Hydrology, Remote Sensing, Geographical Data Processing, Ecological Geography and Tropical Geography. The education is oriented towards geography, earth sciences, geosciences, and environmental protection.
Assignment: The successful candidate is expected to develop independent research in one of the following disciplines, which also should be one of her/his main research qualifications; Geomorphology, Glaciology, Paleoclimatology or Land- and Water Resources. Supervision of PhD students is an integral part of the position as well as some teaching and administration.
When selecting a candidate, we focus mainly on scientific qualifications, but teaching experience and pedagogical skills are also valued. The Postdoctoral Fellow position extends over a maximum of four years. Candidates must possess a PhD not older than five years. A candidate with a PhD older than five years can still be eligible if there are special circumstances, like sick leave, time at work for union activities, parental leave, and etcetera.
The application should contain the following:
For further inquiries, please contact the Principle Supervisor, Professor Johan Kleman, Department of Physical Geography and Quaternary Geology, phone: + 46 8 16 48 13, email: Johan.Kleman@natgeo.su.se , or Administrator Ann-Charlotte Östblom, Faculty Board of Natural Sciences, phone: + 46 8 16 20 86, email: ac.ostblom@natkan.su.se . Trade unions; Bo Ekengren, SACO and Lars-Åke Säll, ST/ATF, Phone: + 46 8 16 20 00.
The applicant is recommended to take part of a PM about Qualifying for Employment at Stockholm University (http://www.pb.su.se/Meritering_SU.html).
The application for the position as Postdoctoral Fellow, labelled "ref nr 614-1710-03", must arrive at the following address no later than 14 November, 2003:
Facsimile: + 46 8 16 38 66
Email: registrator@adm.su.se
If the application arrives by facsimile or email, an identical and signed original application should follow promptly by mail.
Please find further information on internet, the Department of Physical Geography and Quaternary Geology: http://www.geo.su.se/ink/ and Stockholm University http://www.su.se.
Date: 9/12
From: Paul Hudson <pfhudson@mail.utexas.edu>
Subject: UT-AUSTIN OPEN RANK POSITION: QUATERNARY
ENVIRONMENTS
TEXAS, AUSTIN 78712-1098. The University of Texas at Austin. The Department of Geography invites applicants for an anticipated position in Physical Geography (Quaternary Environments), beginning Fall 2004. Rank open, commensurate to qualifications and/or expertise.
Job Description
Research and teaching duties will require expertise in some combination of the following thematic specialties landscape adjustment to Quaternary climatic and/or environmental change, geoarcheology, geomorphology, landscape ecology, palynology and paleoecology, soils and stratigraphy, and vegetation science. Must be able to integrate research with departmental strengths in GISc, directly or through collaboration. Position will require research, teaching of undergraduate and graduate courses, as well as service to the department. Applicant should hold a Ph.D. in Geography or related field by the time of appointment; may be appointed as instructor if satisfactory progress toward completion of requirement for a doctoral degree is demonstrated. In the cover letter, candidates must present evidence of teaching and research/publications excellence or potential for the same
Applicant Instructions
Send letter of application, curriculum vitae, statement of research and teaching interests and expertise, and names of three referees. Position is contingent on funding. Applications will be considered beginning November 1 2003 and will continue to be considered until the position is filled. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. AA/EEO. Apply Dr. Gregory W. Knapp, Chairman, Dept. of Geography, University of Texas at Austin, Austin, Texas 78712; email utgeog@uts.cc.utexas.edu , http//www.utexas.edu/cola/depts/geography/
Date: 9/12
From: Martin Doyle [
mwdoyle@email.unc.edu ]
Subject: AAG 2004 Special Session: Geomorphology and
Ecology
Linking Geomorphology and Ecology
Special Session for the 2004 AAG Annual Meeting, Philadelphia
Organizers: Michael Urban, University of Missouri
Melinda Daniels, University of Connecticut
Martin Doyle, University of North Carolina
We are soliciting abstracts for a special session at the 2004 Association of
American Geographers annual meeting in Philadelphia focusing on linkages between
ecology and geomorphology. The scope of these sessions includes both the role of
geomorphic processes and forms in changing rates and types of ecological
processes (e.g. nutrient cycling; food web dynamics) and habitat states, as well
as investigations of ecological controls on geomorphological processes and
forms. Theoretical, monitoring, historical, applied, and management papers are
welcome. We particularly encourage papers that involve collaborations between
geomorphologists and ecologists/biogeographers, as well as papers from those
doing work outside academia (e.g., consulting, industry, government). Deadline
for submissions is October 9.
Information can be found at the conference web site:
www.aag.org/annualmeetings
Also feel free to contact any of the organizers with questions.
-Martin
Martin Doyle
University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill
919-962-3876
www.unc.edu/depts/geog/
mwdoyle@email.unc.edu
Date: 9/13
From: Sunil De <desunil@yahoo.com>
Subject: Scholarships: IAG RC/Intl Workshop on
Landslides in Darjiling & Sikkim Himal
The following Scholarships will be available for participating the Conference & Workshop from developing countries. The details of the first circular is available at http//www.geomorph.org
Corresponding Address
Date: 9/15
From: Susan White <S.White@latrobe.edu.au>
Subject: Limestone Coast Workshop; Oct 2004;
Australia
Hallo to all
I am sending the first circular for the Limestone Coast 2004 Workshop.
We believe this is going to be a great opportunity to see a distinctive and "different" karst area, punctuated with recent volcanoes. The Naracoorte fossil deposit is one of the most remarkable in the world and fully deserves its World Heritage status.
So, we hope to see you all.
Please pass this circular on through any mailing list to which you have access.
With Best Wishes
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LIMESTONE COAST 2004
The closing workshop of IGCP 448 - Global Karst Correlation, and
The First International Workshop on RAMSAR Subterranean Wetlands
10-17th October 2004
FIRST CIRCULAR September 2003
Introducing the Workshop
The workshop will pursue the overall concept of understanding the relationship between karst resources, the biotic environment and the human situation. It will emphasise the relationships between earth sciences and bio-sciences and between scientific understandings and human activities.
The objectives of IGCP 448 can be summarised as being to compare
Turning to subterranean wetlands specifically, the Convention on conservation and sustainability of wetlands was agreed in 1971 at a meeting in the Iranian town of Ramsar, and has since become generally known as the RAMSAR Convention. It has worked to further the conservation and effective management of wetlands ever since.
At the 6th conference of contracting parties in Brisbane in 1996, it was decided that a special program should be set up to examine and advise upon the issues relating to karst and other subterranean wetlands. A small working group met in Slovenia in 1998 and prepared a series of recommendations for implementation of the subterranean wetlands program. These were accepted, the formal recognition of subterranean wetlands of international importance has since proceeded, and this will be the first workshop for the exchange of experience in this area. This is an important topic for Australia, given the current nation-wide emphasis on water quality and groundwater-dependent ecosystems. Clearly the two themes are closely related, and it makes a lot of sense to bring them together in a common meeting.
The Workshop Venue
The workshop will be based at the Naracoorte Caves World Heritage Area, with its remarkable fossil deposits. This is located in what is now known as the Limestone Coast region of Southern Australia
What a great spot! The landscape is relatively flat, with horizontally-bedded Miocene limestone overlain by a series of Quaternary dune ridges running parallel to the present day coast, which provide evidence of past sea levels and coastlines. Recent volcanoes penetrate the limestones, the most spectacular being the Mount Gambier complex, the water from which supports a population of 25,000 in the township of Mt Gambier. The region has a wealth of caves, mostly along the former dune ridges that punctuate the landscape, with cenotes and karst lakes in the south. Syngenetic karst and karst pavements also feature in the Limestone Coast and it is one of the few karst areas in the world where centores have developed. The cenotes contain a variety of freshwater stromatolites while providing habitat for stygofauna as well as a readily accessible source of water for human and stock consumption. The cenotes and other caves drowned by rising sea-level rise attract cave divers from around the world. The caves of the region hold a rich fossil bone record (featuring late Pleistocene megafauna), the best of which is encompassed within the Naracoorte Caves World Heritage Area. Many caves provide habitat for bats and invertebrate faunas.
The Limestone Coast boasts one of the most dynamic and innovative regional economies in South Australia, and is home to some of the state's most productive and lucrative industries. They are heavily reliant on the karst aquifer, described as the best in South Australia, but certainly not what it once was! Both drainage schemes and increasing demand for water have played a part in lowering the aquifer. The economic development program includes
Tentative Program
FIELD TRIPS
During the conference there will be two separate, day-long field trips visiting a wide variety of sites across the Limestone Coast region. Trip A will concentrate on the geology, hydrology and karst evolution of the region. Trip B will review human utilisation and modification of the karstic environment. Each trip will be self-contained and participants should partake in both trips in order to gain a full appreciation of the region and its use.
Buses will transport participants to the various sites. Lunches and morning and afternoon refreshments will be provided.
PRE- AND POST-CONFERENCE FIELD TRIPS
Armstrong Osborne has offered to lead a trip to the impounded karsts of the Blue Mountains, including both Jenolan and Yarrangobilly, where his recent research has been carried out. This is a wonderful opportunity to discuss on site his contributions to understanding of the speleogenesis process and to see the sites which he has described.
We will also facilitate individual or small group visits to any other karst areas. Please indicate your interests on the registration form. Do remember that the Australia continent is the same size as the United States of America or that Europe is only two-thirds the size of Australia. Australia is roughly the size of all the South-east Asian countries. So, the organisers cannot guarantee that all interests can be satisfied, but we will certainly do our best.
An overview of Australian karst areas can be seen in Gillieson, D. and Spate, A. 1998. Karst and Caves in Australia and New Guinea, In Yuan Daoxian & Liu Zaihua (eds.), Global Karst Correlation, Science Press, Beijing PRC and VSP Press, Utrecht NL, pp 229-256. See also the Australian Speleological Federation <www.caves.org.au> and Australasian Cave and Karst Management Association <http//ackma.org> websites.
The Environment Australia website provides useful information on Australian protected areas www.ea.gov.au/parks/
TRANSPORT
Bus transport will be arranged for participants to and from Melbourne and Naracoorte on 10 and 17 October. Participants may elect to fly into Adelaide or Mount Gambier (the latter is very costly!) but in this event, you will be required to make your own transport arrangements for travel to and from Naracoorte. Transport from Mount Gambier may be available after consultation with the organisers.
ACCOMMODATION
A range of accommodation will be available at Naracoorte including hotel, motel, cabin, bed and breakfast, and bunkhouse venues. Further information will be available in the second conference circular expected to be available in mid-November.
FOOD
Other than opening function - The Big Splash - and the Workshop Dinner, lunches, and morning and afternoon teas, participants will be expected to provide their own breakfasts and evening meals. Details of food outlets in Naracoorte will be provided.
PAPERS AND POSTERS
Intending participants are invited to submit proposals for papers and/or posters for presentation at the workshop. A full range of audio-visual equipment will be available. The organisers retain the right to accept or reject papers or posters and will enter into negotiations in this regard. Both papers and poster should fit into the workshop themes outlined above. Submissions should be directed to Sue White or Andy Spate (contact details below).
Paper presenters should bring their work on CD-ROM disks only as MS-PowerPoint or slideshow presentations only. Please no laptops, memory sticks or other media. Please contact Andy Spate if you have any queries. Paper or poster titles and a 3-line abstract should be submitted to Susan White or Andy Spate by 14 November 2003. Upon acceptance (to be advised by mid-December 2003) a half-page abstract should be submitted by 12 April 2004. Papers submitted later than 12th April will only be able to be presented as posters. Abstracts should be submitted electronically as MS-Word files using Times New Roman, 12 pt, font - double-spaced. Title and authors should be bold. Full affiliations should be given for each author.
A 20-minute period will be allowed for each spoken paper - followed by a 10-minute discussion period.
PROCEEDINGS
The organisers will publish proceedings as both CD-ROM and hardcopy via the auspices of the Australian Speleological Federation Inc. Presenters should provide electronic copies of papers and posters at the close of the workshop although there will be an opportunity to modify your presentation in light of discussion at the workshop.
The papers will be peer-reviewed before publication.
KEY CONTACTS
PRELIMINARY REGISTRATION FORM and EXPRESSION OF INTEREST
Send hard copies to Kent Henderson, PO Box 332, Williamstown, Victoria, Australia, 3016, or digital copy to Kent Henderson at kenthen@optushome.com.au if possible by 10th October 2003.
Name __________________________________________________________________
Postal address ___________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________
Telephone (please include international codes) _________________________________
Facsimile (please include international codes) _________________________________
Email __________________________________________________________________
(please print very clearly if responding in hardcopy)
Will you be accompanied by a partner? ________________
Mark your preferred accommodation
Hotel - Motel - Cabin - Caravan - Bed & Breakfast - Dormitory
Do you require vegetarian or any other special food? _____________________________
Are you interested to attend Dr. Osborne's workshop on speleogenesis ____________
Are interested in visiting any other karst area, and if so, which?
Are you proposing to present a paper or poster (please circle one)?
Title ___________________________________________________________________
Preliminary abstract________________________________________________________
Date: 9/15
From: Luke Copland <luke.copland@canterbury.ac.nz>
Subject: GIS Technician needed - Christchurch,
NZ
The following job vacancy is available at the Gateway Antarctica Research Centre, University of Canterbury, Christchurch, New Zealand
CARTOGRAPHIC, GIS AND COMPUTER SUPPORT TECHNICIAN
Closing Date 1 October 2003
This is a varied role that requires experience in Computer/GIS applications primarily in the creation of cartographic products. As the Research Centre has a small number of staff, the role also requires someone who has a high level of computer support training including familiarity in web design and management. Applicants must have a high degree of experience and ability in the use of cartographic software and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) as these are the key areas of support needed for our teaching, research and consultancy activities. Experience with web design, computer graphics, database management and the provision of general computer support would be a definite advantage.
A position description and application form can be accessed at http://www.canterbury.ac.nz/hr/vc/vcintro.htm or by telephoning 03-364 2147 or email hr@regy.canterbury.ac.nz
Applications, quoting appropriate vacancy number (GA112), should be forwarded either by email hr@regy.canterbury.ac.nz or by post to The Human Resources Manager, University of Canterbury, Private Bag 4800, Christchurch, New Zealand.
Date: 9/15
From: Ian Roach <Ian.Roach@anu.edu.au>
Subject: CRC LEME Regolith Symposia 2003
Reminder CRC LEME Regolith Symposia 2003
The Cooperative Research Centre for Landscape Environments and Mineral Exploration announces 3 regional regolith symposia to be held late in 2003
Regolith is the multi-disciplinary science that spans the interests of all of the GSA specialist groups. Regolith researchers examine every facet of the earth's surface and near-surface. Their interests are many and varied, including geology, geophysics, organic and inorganic chemistry, geochemistry, exploration geochemistry, hydrogeology, hydrogeochemistry, biology, biogeochemistry, dryland salinity, ground water, soils, agriculture, civil engineering, materials processing, remote sensing, GIS, neotectonics, landscape evolution and more.
If you're in, or near, Canberra, Adelaide or Perth in November, why not come along and find out what regolith has to offer you, or what you may be able to offer regolith?
Please contact the Supervising Editor or Regional Conveners for more details, or visit the CRC LEME WWW site http://crcleme.org.au/ for the First Circular, abstract submission and registration details.
It's still not too late to submit abstracts!
With best wishes,
Ian Roach,
Date: 9/15
From: Joanna Crowe <jc49@swt.edu>
Subject: AAG 2004 Fluvial grain size session
Call For Papers
2004 Annual Meeting of the Association of American Geographers, March 14 -19, Philadelphia, PA
Digital Image Processing of Colored Sediment to aid in Gravel-Bed River Experiments
An accurate measurement of surface grain size distribution is a part of many models of sediment transport through rivers. However the traditional method of point counts of grid analysis of bed photos is time consuming. Thus, time constraints on research often limit the accuracy with which a surface is counted. In the laboratory colored sediment has been used to increase the accuracy of surface measurements, but this has not increased the speed with which grain counts are made.
Recent investigations have focused on using image processing to create automated image analysis of photos of bed surfaces. Automated image analysis of river surface sediments is an area of research that could lead to an increase in the ability of investigators to make quick, accurate counts of the grain size distributions while working in either the laboratory or the field. The goal is to have the computer compute the grain size distribution of the surface from a digital image.
This session will explore recent advances in automated image analysis for grain size distribution measurement. We encourage the submission of any papers examining new methods of grain size distribution analysis or the use of image analysis in river research.
The session will be co-sponsored by Sharolyn Anderson of the Geographic Information Science Center and the Joanna C. Curran of the James and Marilyn Lovell Center for Environmental Geography and Hazards Research, both at Texas State University. Interested presenters should contact Joanna C. Curran, Texas State University (jc49@txstate.edu) before the AAG’s October 1, 2003 paper deadline.
Date: 9/19
From: John Wainwright <john.wainwright@kcl.ac.uk>
Subject: Freshwater Environment Position; Kings
College London
Please bring the following advertisement to the attention of people who may be interested.
LECTURESHIP IN PHYSICAL GEOGRAPHY
School of Social Sciences & Public Policy
The Department of Geography is seeking to appoint a lecturer in physical geography to contribute to the activities of the Environmental Monitoring and Modelling Group (see http//www.kcl.ac.uk/geography for details).
Applicants with a research interest in the Freshwater Environment and an ability to contribute to teaching in one or more of the following areas Natural Hazards, Environmental Management and Policy, GIS, Remote Sensing, are particularly encouraged.
The appointment will be made on the Lecturer B salary scale, currently £28,404 to £35,813 per annum, or the Lecturer A salary scale, currently £24,325 to £27,585 per annum (all figures include £2134 London allowance). The appointment is from 1st January 2004 or as soon as possible thereafter.
Applicants wishing to discuss the post informally may contact Professor Angela Gurnell (020-7848-2738, e-mail angela.gurnell@kcl.ac.uk ) or Professor John Wainwright (020-7848-2487, e-mail john.wainwright@kcl.ac.uk ).
Further particulars and an application form may be obtained from Strand Personnel Office, King's College London, Strand, London WC2R 2LS (fax 020 7848 1352; e-mail strand-recruitment@kcl.ac.uk ). The closing date for applications is 8 October. Please quote reference A2/DAR/109/03.
Date: 9/19
From: Hamish McGowan" <h.mcgowan@uq.edu.au>
Subject: Visiting Fellow in Physical Geography; U
Queensland
Visiting Fellow in Physical Geography
The School of Geography, Planning and Architecture is pleased to invite expressions of interest in a Visiting Fellowship in the Geographical Sciences Program for approximately 16 to 18 weeks (July – Dec 2004).
The School of Geography, Planning & Architecture, St Lucia, is seeking to strengthen its research capacity and international profile through the establishment of a Visiting Fellowship in Physical Geography. The Fellowship will be offered in the Geographical Sciences Program (GSP) for approximately 16 to 18 weeks (July – Dec 2004) and would ideally suit a senior academic on sabbatical. The Program has particular research and teaching strengths in climatology, coastal processes and remote sensing. The Fellow will be expected to participate in the day to day activities of the School including seminars and field activities, offer guest lectures and become involved in established research programs. In particular, expressions of interest are welcomed from those with an established track record in Climatology and Hydrometeorology, but all fields of physical geography will be considered.
You should have a PhD and established research and teaching track record in Physical Geography or a related discipline that complements existing strengths in the Geographical Sciences Program.
Terms of the Fellowship will be subject to negotiation.
For details about this opportunity contact Dr Hamish McGowan on Telephone 61 7 3365 6651, or email h.mcgowan@uq.edu.au . Information about the University of Queensland is available at www.uq.edu.au.
Expressions of interest should be received by 14 November 2003
Date: 9/19
From: Stephen Rice [
S.Rice@lboro.ac.uk ]
Subject: Phys Geog/Envir change Position;
Loughborough U
LOUGHBOROUGH UNIVERSITY
DEPARTMENT OF GEOGRAPHY
LECTURER IN PHYSICAL GEOGRAPHY/ENVIRONMENTAL CHANGE
£22,191 - £25,451 or £26,270 - £33,679 per annum (pay award pending)
The Department of Geography intends to appoint a Lecturer in Physical Geography or Environmental Change from 1 April 2004, or as soon as possible thereafter. We seek a physical geographer/environmental scientist/ecologist to strengthen our Ecological & Hydrological Processes Research Cluster. We welcome applications from those with backgrounds in environmental biology, environmental science, physical geography or other cognate disciplines.
Informal enquiries should be made to Professor Ian Reid (Head of Department) tel 44 (0)1509 222791; email ian.reid@lboro.ac.uk . Information about the Department can be found on the Web at http://www.lboro.ac.uk/departments/gy
For further details of the post and an application form, please see http://www.lboro.ac.uk/admin/personnel/appform.html or alternatively contact Personnel Services, Loughborough University, Loughborough, Leicestershire, LE11 3TU, tel 01509 222173 (24 hours) or email Personnel@lboro.ac.uk . Please quote reference number GY/11163. The closing date for receipt of applications is Friday 24 October 2003. Curriculum Vitae will only be accepted if accompanied by a completed University application form.
Date: 9/26
From: Joseph Mason <mason@geography.wisc.edu>
Subject: Environmental Change Faculty Position;
Wisconsin-Madison
WISCONSIN, MADISON 53706. University of Wisconsin-Madison. The Department of Geography invites applications for an Assistant Professor position beginning August 2004.
The Department seeks a physical scientist doing broadly integrative work on environmental change. Possible specializations might include, for example, research linking climatic change with biological and/or hydrological processes, modeling biophysical responses to systemic environmental change, or exploring the dynamics of paleoenvironments. We would be delighted to find a colleague whose work in physical geography addresses questions central to contemporary policy discussions, but this is not a requirement. Excellence in the research and teaching of physical geography, and openness to engaging in dialogue with colleagues and students across the discipline of geography, are our overriding goals for the position.
Ph.D. required prior to the start of appointment.
Please send letter of application discussing research and teaching interests, CV, and three letters of reference to the address below. Apply: Karl S. Zimmerer, Chair, Department of Geography, University of Wisconsin-Madison, 384-B Science Hall, 550 N. Park St., Madison, WI 53706-1491, clmurray@wisc.edu . Voice 608-262-4438, Fax 608-265-3991.
Application deadline date: November 15, 2003.
The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity
Employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Unless confidentiality
is requested in writing, information regarding the applicants must be released
upon request. Finalists cannot be guaranteed confidentiality.
--
Joseph Mason
Department of Geography
University of Wisconsin-Madison
384 Science Hall, 550 N. Park St.
Madison, WI 53706
Voice: 1-608-262-6316
Fax: 1-608-265-3991
Date: 9/26
From: Mike Slattery <m.slattery@tcu.edu>
Subject: AAG-GSG: Awards nominations needed!
AWARDS OF THE GEOMORPHOLOGY SPECIALTY GROUP OF THE ASSOCIATION OF AMERICAN
GEOGRAPHERS
THE GROVE KARL GILBERT AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE IN GEOMORPHIC RESEARCH
The Grove Karl Gilbert Award is presented to the author(s) of a significant
contribution to the published research literature in geomorphology during the
past three years. Only books, refereed journal articles, or monographs will be
considered with an emphasis on refereed research articles. Nominations for the
Grove Karl Gilbert Award remain active for two years. The nomination package
should include:
* A copy of the relevant publication;
* A statement as to why the publication deserves the award, and
* (Optional) supporting letters from colleagues.
The Awards Committee must receive these materials and any supporting
documentation by January 15, 2004.
THE MELVIN G. MARCUS DISTINGUISHED CAREER AWARD
The Melvin G. Marcus Distinguished Career Award is presented to an individual
who has made significant contributions to geomorphology over his/her career.
Nominations for the Melvin G. Marcus Distinguished Career Award remain active
for two years. The nomination package should include:
* A brief description of the candidate's contribution to geomorphology,
* A brief biographic sketch,
* A select bibliography, and
* Three letters of support from colleagues.
The Awards Committee must receive these materials and any supporting
documentation by January 15, 2004.
GRADUATE STUDENT RESEARCH AWARDS
Each year the GSG awards two graduate student research grants to help cover the
costs of data acquisition, fieldwork, and laboratory analysis required to
complete thesis research. The awards are $200 to a Masters student and $400 to a
Ph.D. student. Eligible students must be members of the AAG and the GSG. Please
submit THREE copies of:
* A research proposal (approximately 5 pages in length), and
* Two short letters of recommendation.
The Awards Committee must receive these materials and any supporting
documentation by January 15, 2004.
GRADUATE STUDENT PAPER AWARD
The GSG Awards Committee invites graduate students to participate in the
specialty group's Student Paper Award competition at the 2004 AAG meeting in
Philadelphia. Students must be members of the AAG and the Geomorphology
Specialty Group (GSG) to be eligible for the $200 award. Applicants for the
student paper competition will be placed into special sessions organized
specifically for the competition. The GSG Awards Committee will evaluate the
presentations, which may deal with any aspect of geomorphology. Papers are
evaluated on the research contribution to the field of geomorphology and on the
effectiveness of the presentation. The award will be presented at the
Philadelphia Geomorphology Specialty Group business meeting and at the AAG
Awards Banquet.
Students participants must registered for the meeting and submit their abstract
online at the AAG website (<http://www.cla.sc.edu/geog/gsgdocs/awards/www.aag.org>www.aag.org).
After receiving a participant number (PIN) from the AAG, which could take a day,
mail or email your application package to Dr. Mike Slattery, the GSG Awards
Committee Chair, at the address listed below. Your application package must
include your PIN, one copy of the standard abstract required by the AAG, and
three copies of an 800-1000 word abstract. Your materials must reach Dr.
Slattery before October 3, 2003.
The Awards Committee must receive your materials before Oct. 3, 2003.
PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL MATERIAL FOR THESE AWARDS SHOULD BE SENT TO:
Dr. Mike Slattery
Texas Christian University
Department of Geology
PO Box 298830
Fort Worth, TX 76129
m.slattery@tcu.edu
Date: 9/26
From: Eric Peterson <ewpeter@ilstu.edu>
Subject: Physical-Environmental Geographer position,
Illinois State Univ.
Illinois State University, Normal/Bloomington
Physical-Environmental Geographer
The Department of Geography-Geology invites applications for a tenure track
position at the assistant professor level in physical-environmental geography.
August 16, 2004, is the preferred starting date. A Ph.D. is preferred, ABD is
required at the time of appointment.
Our department offers a BS/BA in Geography, a BS in Geology, and an MS in
Hydrogeology. Flexibility in our geography major allows us to consider a wide
range of specialties within physical-environmental geography. The successful
candidate will contribute to basic courses in physical-environmental geography,
GIS and intermediate or advanced courses in their areas of interest.
Participation in the graduate program is possible.
Illinois State and the Department of Geography-Geology place a strong emphasis
on undergraduate education, and the successful candidate must reflect that
emphasis. The University has an active research faculty, however, and a coherent
research program leading to refereed publications is essential. Illinois State
is a comprehensive university enrolling approximately 20 thousand students
located in the Bloomington-Normal metropolitan area, which has a population of
about 150 thousand.
A cover letter, a curriculum vita, a statement of research and teaching
interests, contact information for three referees, and an unofficial graduate
transcript must be received by December 1, 2003,
in order to ensure full consideration. Apply to: Search Committee, Campus Box
4400, Department of Geography-Geology. Telephone: (309) 438-7640, Fax. (309)
438-5310, Email: geo@ilstu.edu .
http://www.geo.ilstu.edu/
Illinois State University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action University
encouraging diversity.
*************************
Eric Peterson, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor
Department of Geography-Geology
Illinois State University
Campus Box 4400
Normal, IL 61790
(O) 309-438-7865
(F) 309-438-5310
Date: 9/26
From: Lothar Schrott <lothar@joyce.giub.uni-bonn.de>
Subject: Book of interest: Geophysical Applications in
Geomorphology
Readers may be interested to know that
Geophysical Applications in Geomorphology
Ed.: Schrott, Lothar; H?dt, Andreas; Dikau, Richard
2003. VI , 190 pages, 73 figures (24 in color), 15 tables, 24x17cm
(Zeitschrift f? Geomorphologie, Supplementb?de, Band 132) is now published
http://www.schweizerbart.de/pubs/books/bo/zeitschrfg-023013200-desc.html
ISBN 3-443-21132-1 paperback, EUR 89.00
Available through good booksellers or directly from:
E.Schweizerbart'sche Verlagsbuchhandlung, Science Publishers, Johannesstr. 3A
D-70176 Stuttgart, Germany. Phone ++49-711-351456-0 Order FAX ++49-711-351456-99
mail@ schweizerbart.de
Short description of the volume:
Geophysical techniques are important tools in many geomorphological studies. The
effective use of them and the subsequent processing of the data, including the
description and interpretation of geomorphological settings to which they are
applied, requires a close cooperation between geophysicists and
geomorphologists.
This volume is a collection of 10 papers written by geomorphologists and
geophysicists who address theoretical and practical issues in the application of
seismic refraction, DC-resistivity, electromagnetic conductivity, ground
penetrating radar, and radiomagnetotellurics in geomorphic studies. To further
enhance the practical utility of the volume we include a CD-ROM with a
demo-version of REFLEXW (a software package for processing GPR & seismic
refraction/reflection data) and technical notes on the advanced application of
different interpretation tools.
Table of contents:
For further information please contact:
Dr. Lothar Schrott
Department of Geography
University of Bonn
Meckenheimer Allee 166
53115 Bonn
Germany
Tel. 0049 (0) 228-739098
Fax 0049 (0) 228-739099
Email: lothar.schrott@giub.uni-bonn.de
Date: 9/26
From: David Favis-Mortlock [
d.favis-mortlock@dial.pipex.com
] for Mrs. Sarah Scott (ODG) d270 [
Sarah.Scott@uea.ac.uk ]
Subject: Short course in Land Degradation and
Sustainable Rural Livelihoods
Dear Colleague
Please excuse the impersonal nature of this message. I would be grateful if you
could circulate the following message to any persons you feel might want to
avail themselves of this opportunity of our Short Professional Training Course
in Land Degradation and Sustainable Rural Livelihoods. There may be the
possibility of sponsorship for a small number of candidates from developing
countries. Your assistance in spreading the announcement would be much
appreciated.
If you should have any questions of an administrative or logistical nature,
contact me on: j.donaldson@uea.ac.uk
All other details below.
Many thanks.
Jane Donaldson for Professor Mike Stocking
Overseas Development Group/School of Development Studies UEA
+++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
A new short professional Training Course, combining:
- Land Degradation and Desertification
- Sustainable Rural Livelihoods
in a field setting.
Course directed by Professor Michael Stocking in the United Kingdom and
co-directed by Dr Juan Albaladejo Montoro in Spain.
Language of instruction: English
Objective: to update your professional knowledge and field skills in these two
important areas of global concern. As of October 2002, land degradation is a new
focal area of the Global Environment Facility.
Land Degradation & Sustainable Rural Livelihoods: Field Assessment
20 April - 3 May 2004.
The first week of this two-week short course will be held at the University of
East Anglia, covering current theory and perspectives on land degradation
assessment in the context of projects to protect the environment and promote
human welfare and livelihoods. The course continues for the second week in Spain
at CEBAS (Centro de Edafolgia y Biologia Aplicada del Segura -Centre for Soils
and Applied Biology) in a drylands and partly degraded environment with field
instruction and exercises. Simple visual and semi-quantitative techniques for
land degradation assessment will be used, with all course participants gaining
hands-on experience. The assessments will be placed within the context of
sustainable rural livelihoods and participants will examine how far technologies
and approaches to control land degradation can be applied to the real-life
circumstances of land users.
£2,900 per person (including accommodation and return flights UK/Spain).
For further details please consult our web site at
http://www.odg.uea.ac.uk/pages/course_landdeg.html
or email odg.train@uea.ac.uk ;
fax +44 1603 591170 or tel +44 1603 592340.
Date: 9/27
From: Jon Harbor <jharbor@purdue.edu>
Subject: Soil Geomorphology/Pedology Position at Purdue
Purdue University, Indiana: Assistant Professor in Soil Geomorphology / Pedology
As part of a larger commitment by Purdue University to hire several additional faculty in spatial systems research, we are seeking applicants for a tenure track assistant professor who will conduct research that relates soils to landforms and landscape scale processes. The candidate’s expertise and research will complement existing programs by providing expertise in soil geomorphology and pedology, particularly in addressing complex, environmentally important issues such as surface and ground water quality, land resource management, global climate change, and the identification, preservation, and creation of wetlands. The ability to address these problems quantitatively at the field and watershed scale is expected. Expertise in pedology (soil genesis, morphology, classification, and survey) and geomorphology is essential, and knowledge of glacial geology and/or ecology is desirable. We are particularly interested in individuals whose research couples theory and practice and who enjoy working in a highly interdisciplinary and collaborative environment.
As a faculty member in the Agronomy Department, the individual will be expected to contribute to disciplinary degree programs, as well as to work with faculty in other departments or units such as the Environmental Sciences and Engineering Institute ( http://engineering.purdue.edu/ESEI/index2 ) and the USDA National Soil Erosion Research Laboratory ( http://topsoil.nserl.purdue.edu/nserlweb/ ). The individual will be the Purdue University liaison with the USDA-NRCS Cooperative Soil Survey Program.
The successful candidate is expected to establish a creative, extramurally funded research program in pedology and soil geomorphology, teach graduate and undergraduate-level courses in pedology, soil geomorphology, or related areas, advise undergraduate and graduate students, and participate in outreach activities that include Indiana’s high school education programs and continuing education for Indiana’s Soil Scientist Registration program. Interest and/or experience in international dimensions of the discipline is desirable.
Further details are available at http://www.agry.purdue.edu/opportunities_soilgeo.asp
Date: 9/29
From: Joshua J. Roering <jroering@OREGON.UOREGON.EDU>
Subject: Tenure-track Geochem (potentially
surficial), Univ. of Oregon
There is strong interest in getting someone surface-oriented....Please spread
the word!
_____________________________________________________________________
Geochemistry; University of Oregon
The Department of Geological Sciences invites applications for a tenure track
faculty position at the assistant professor level to begin in Fall 2004. We seek
an individual who applies geochemical measurements to the solution of
fundamental problems in the Earth's crust or surficial environment. The ideal
applicant will complement existing departmental strengths in hydrothermal
geochemistry, paleopedology, volcanology, neotectonics, and/or geomorphology.
Applicants with expertise in light stable, or cosmogenic isotope geochemistry
are particularly encouraged to apply.
The successful candidate will be expected to establish a laboratory appropriate
for her or his research focus, develop an externally funded,
academically-oriented research program, and contribute to teaching at both the
undergraduate and graduate levels.
Completion of the Ph.D. is required and postdoctoral research experience is
desirable. Applicants should send a curriculum vitae, statements of teaching and
research interests, and the names, postal and email addresses, and telephone
numbers of three referees to Geochemistry Search Committee, Department of
Geological Sciences, 1272 University of Oregon, Eugene, OR 97403-1272, USA. We
will begin reviewing completed applications October 20, 2003 and will continue
until the position is filled.
The University of Oregon is an equal opportunity/affirmative action institution
committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the Americans with
Disabilities Act.
http://geology.uoregon.edu/
___________________________________________________________
Joshua J. Roering, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor
Dept. of Geological Sciences
University of Oregon
Eugene, OR 97403-1272 USA
email: jroering@darkwing.uoregon.edu
phone: (541) 346-5574
website:
http://darkwing.uoregon.edu/~jroering/
Office: 325D Cascade Hall