R. Pooh Vongkhamdy Asian American and Pacific Islander Month is celebrated in May. This is an annual celebration that recognizes the historical and cultural contributions of individuals and groups of Asian and Pacific Islander descent to the United States. Pooh Vongkhamdy has served as the Rhode Island State Conservationist for the USDA Natural Resources ConservationContinue reading “Celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander Month”
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ONE WOMAN’S HISTORY
By Barbara T. Osgood, PhD Women’s History Month, established by Congress is 1981, is a celebration of the contributions that women have made throughout the history of our country toward science, politics, law, sports, the arts, entertainment, and other fields. It also honors those women who may not have become rich or famous, but whoContinue reading “ONE WOMAN’S HISTORY”
From the President
March 2024: Julie “JMac” Macswain Greetings! On behalf of your ARCSE Board and Advisors, I wish to take this opportunity to thank you for participating in our recent ARCSE survey. This was the first time that ARCSE has ever reached out to the ARCSE membership for input. A special “thank you” goes to Frank Clearfield,Continue reading “From the President”
From the President, Arnold King
The pandemic problems will probably continue for the near future. However, we will soon begin planning for a real face-to-face annual board meeting. Our meeting will once again be held concurrently with the annual meeting of the SWCS. The meetings will be held at Denver, CO early next summer. The Colorado folks are active, strongContinue reading “From the President, Arnold King”
National Older Worker Career Center, Now looking for Watershed Program Experience, 20 positions available, $40 to $50 /hour
USDA-NRCS has contracted with the National Older Worker Career Center (NOWCC), to expand their offering of Agricultural Conservation Experienced Services (ACES) Program to include work with our watershed programs. ACES is a unique opportunity for retirees and older workers to utilize their expertise to help NRCS continue providing technical support for program and project delivery.Continue reading “National Older Worker Career Center, Now looking for Watershed Program Experience, 20 positions available, $40 to $50 /hour”
Kathy Woida
Kathy Woida was a geologist on Iowa’s staff for many years. I always enjoyed working with her. She is intelligent, competent at her job, a good writer, and a good friend. After she retired, she put a lot of effort into writing a book about Iowa soils. It is now available on the University of Iowa PressContinue reading “Kathy Woida”
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