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Wolf Conservation in America’s National Parks
…important role in preserving native wildlife, including wolves. Like many things, the principles and practices of managing wolves in our national parks have evolved with changes in human attitudes. The Era of Misunderstanding Wolves have not always fared well in America’s national parks. In the 1800s and early 1900s gray…
Turtles, Temperature & Sex
…genes express themselves during embryonic development and, maybe more interestingly, at least to Bieser, the study also looks at the impacts of estrogen. She’s interested in the genetics behind sex determination. Scientists know that temperature determines sex in turtles. In the species she studies, a swing in only a couple…
Gaining Relevant Industry Experience: Virtual Alumni Panel
December 7, 2023, 2:30 pm–3:30 pm
Calling those interested in BUSINESS, SUSTAINABLE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT, and SUSTAINABLE AGRICULTURE careers! The following Northland alumni (who graduated from business and/or sustainable community development programs) will provide an overview of what they do through their current roles, how they gained relevant experience to get there, and advice they’d suggest for…
Native Student Offerings
Whether you are looking at majoring in Native American studies, you want to help bring cultural awareness to campus, or are dedicated to promoting STEM fields to youth, we hope you find your passion here. …
Careers in Business: Bretting Manufacturing Presentation
October 10, 2023, 11:00 am–12:00 pm
Calling all students interested in learning more about post-grad careers related to business administration/management, sales, and marketing for a global brand! Blake Bretting, sales and marketing manager at Bretting Manufacturing, (the world leader in the design and manufacturing of paper-converting equipment), will be at Northland to present an overview of…
Careers in Business: Northern State Bank Presentation
December 4, 2023, 9:00 am–10:00 am
Calling all students interested in learning more about post-grad careers related to finance, banking, business administration/management, and more! Blake Ellefson, vice president of Northern State Bank, will be at Northland to present an overview of this organization (including community vs corporate banking—he has experience in both!), what his roles (and…
Careers in Business: H Window Presentation
October 9, 2023, 9:00 am–10:00 am
Calling all students interested in learning more about post-grad careers related to business administration/management, manufacturing, distribution, supply chain management/logistics, and more through the lens of a global brand! Jeff Simon, a co-owner of H Window (located in Ashland, but doing business globally), will be at Northland to present an overview…
Careers in Business: Stormy Kromer/Jacquart Fabrics Presentation
October 2, 2023, 9:00 am–10:00 am
Calling all students interested in learning more about post-grad careers related to business administration/management, manufacturing, distribution, branding, and more! Gina Jacquart Thorsen, the owner and CEO of Jacquart Fabrics (which includes the Stormy Kromer brand), will be at Northland to present an overview of her company, what her role and…
Careers in Business: Fiorio Wealth Advisors Presentation
September 26, 2023, 11:00 am–12:00 pm
Calling all students interested in learning more about post-grad careers related to financial services/financial advising! Financial advisors Reid Fiorio and Kristie Voldberg, who work at Fiorio Wealth Advisors, will be at Northland to present an overview of the business, what they do in their roles, how they gained relevant experience…
Careers in Business: St. Croix Rods Presentation
October 24, 2023, 11:00 am–12:00 pm
…will be at Northland to present an overview of the company, what his role and others entail, how he gained relevant experience to get there (including a master’s in business administration), and advice for students who are considering careers in similar fields (which may include internship or job suggestions). This…