January 2019 – July 2022
Mentors can select potential candidates for their labs by reviewing applications for Workforce Development & Education Fall 2022 internship programs. Programs start on August 22 and run for 15 weeks. Fall internships will be entirely on-site. Read more in the Applicant Review Guide. https://education.lbl.gov/mentoring-programs/
The peregrine falcon chicks (of Campanile parents Annie and Alden) have officially been named: Grinnell Jr. for their fallen father and Lindsay for the Wildlife Center where Grinnell was treated. Hopes are now high for Fledge Watch, the chicks’ anticipated flight training to begin June 14. https://calfalcons.berkeley.edu/
The Lab is seeking volunteers to join other Lab staff on Saturday, June 11, from 8:30 – 10:30 a.m. to help Food Bank of Contra Costa and Solano box food donations at their Concord warehouse. The group will work as a team to check food for quality, sort by category, and box or bag for distribution. https://service.lbl.gov/need/detail/?need_id=692122
National Lab Earth Day is a collective celebration of energy and the environment, demonstrating the importance of STEM to local and national communities. This virtual event highlights all 17 DOE national labs with events, tours, and K-12 activities. See the Lab’s presentation at 3:30 p.m. PT. https://www.energy.gov/earth-day-2022
The Lab’s Strategic Communications department is hosting a series of virtual coffee hours so Lab employees can learn what Strategic Communications does and how it can assist fellow Lab employees. Science writers Julie Chao and Aliyah Kovner will discuss Science Outreach. Questions are encouraged. https://sites.google.com/lbl.gov/commscoffeehour/home/new-coffee-hour-series
Looking for ways to handle anxiety about returning to the office? Willing to share approaches that enhance resilience around the challenges of hybrid work? Connect with fellow Lab colleagues at Wellness in the New Normal. Every other Tuesday at 12:15 p.m. https://healthyandwell.lbl.gov/mental-emotional-health/building-community-at-berkeley-lab#h.x0pzl9fhgg86
Learn about two great community organizations on Thursday, April 14, at noon: The Ecology Center and Berkeley Youth Alternatives. Both will highlight service opportunities and upcoming events with ways you can participate. https://gcr.lbl.gov/community/community-connections-lunch-hour
Did you get a call from a reporter? Do you have an upcoming paper you’d like to promote? Come chat with Strategic Communications staff at our virtual Coffee Hour. At the first one on April 14 at noon, our science writers will talk about science outreach and answer your questions. https://sites.google.com/lbl.gov/commscoffeehour/home
Improving a school’s energy performance can affect more than utility bills — it can also boost indoor air quality and learning outcomes, making the classrooms healthier for students and staff. The Lab is leading a campaign to study and improve classroom ventilation. https://efficienthealthyschools.lbl.gov/
The Berkeley Lab Director’s Apprenticeship Program provides opportunities for high school students to develop skills, learn about the Lab, and develop a STEM network. Volunteers are needed to read applications for the summer 2022 cohort and to TA for a Python/data science course. https://k12education.lbl.gov/programs/high-school/BLDAP/volunteers