WSU Offers “Green” Programs
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Del.icio.usWhen it comes to hot new careers, “green jobs” and health care are where the action is. Green careers are on the rise, are estimated to become a $1.5 Trillion Industry. Areas such as alternative power, environmental engineering, and environmental science are just some of the areas where qualified personnel are needed. Washington State University is just one of the places to get a “green” education.
Despite the current economic conditions, green careers are on the rise, said Janina Robbins, a career and internship adviser for the WSU Center for Advising and Career Development.
Robbins said that even federal money is going to invigorating the field.
“There are some stimulus monies helping the growth of green jobs,” she said. “A lot of it is going to wind and solar areas.” Kate McIlraith, the assistant director of recruitment for the College of Agriculture, Human and Natural Resource Sciences, said she was surprised at the number of students at Alive! this summer who asked about majors that can lead to green careers.
“I couldn’t believe the number of incoming students who showed interest in our natural resource sciences and wildlife ecology programs,” she said. “It was really amazing.” The information fair held in the Lighty Student Services Building on Wednesday provided students with job opportunities that seek to help the environment. Some of the groups in attendance included the Palouse-Clearwater Environmental Institute, the Center for Civic Engagement, CAHNRS and Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories.
Washington State University and other schools across the country are offering college student the opportunity to earn a degree in an environmental field. There is currently a need for qualified people to fill green jobs.
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