AEES next meeting

The American Ecological Engineering Society (AEES) is dedicated to developing sustainable ecosystems that integrate human society with the environment for the benefit of both. The UMD chapter of AEES pursues this mission on campus through student led, designed, and constructed projects that aim to benefit both the campus environment and students. We provide students with hands-on experience with project management, project design, and project implementation working with multidisciplinary teams on real-world projects. So far, our club has raised over $160k in grant funding for our various projects and is happy to give students a platform for their own projects. If you are interested in joining our club, we hope to see you at our New Member Meeting on Wednesday, Sept. 14th from 8-9 pm in ANS0422!

Natural Resource Specialst III - Coastal Nongame Assistant Biologist

The position is based on Virginia's beautiful Eastern Shore and will mostly involve working with nongame waterbirds on Virginia's barrier islands, seaside marshes and in the Chesapeake Bay. Here is a direct link to the announcement: https://virginiajobs.peopleadmin.com/postings/311480

UMD Sustainability Office Internships, Jobs, Events, and more

Learn about UMD Sustainability Office internships, jobs, events, and more here: https://sustainability.umd.edu/get-involved/students/internships-opportunities?ct=t(EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_09_08_2022)

MD/DE Chapter of TWS Fall Meeting

Save the Date – Fall Chapter Meeting set for Oct 13th! We are excited to announce the Fall Chapter meeting has been scheduled for Oct 13th at the Robinson Nature Center in Columbia, MD. We are still finalizing the speakers/activities and hope to have the agenda available shortly. MD/DE Chapter Awards We will present our annual awards at the Fall meeting and are looking for nominations – Do you know someone that goes above and beyond for wildlife? Here is your opportunity to show your appreciation for their dedication and hard work by nominating them for a TWS Chapter Award. There is a category for everyone: · Outstanding Wildlife Professional Award · Outstanding Wildlife Conservation Award (given to a non-wildlife professional) · Outstanding Wildlife Chapter Member Award · Outstanding Wildlife Student Award The deadline for submissions is Sept 30th. Award information and nomination forms can be found here: MD/DE TWS Awards Student Travel Awards Are you a student planning to attend the TWS Annual Conference in Nov.? Want a chance to have some of your travel costs covered? If so, check out the Chapter’s Student Travel Award! The Chapter is offering two lucky students a travel award that will cover up to $500 in conference related expenses. Please see application information attached. Please note, the deadline for applications has been extended until Sept 15th! Stay tuned for more details coming soon. We are looking forward to seeing you in October!

Environmental Virtual Career Fair - Sept. 14

Join the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE) on Wednesday, Sept. 14, from 12 to 3 p.m. ET for the Experience ORISE Environmental Virtual Career Fair! This event will showcase STEM internship and fellowship opportunities at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the U.S. Forest Service (USFS). Attendees will have the chance to: Chat with scientists and researchers from the EPA and USFS Explore internship and fellowship opportunities at these agencies Connect with ORISE program staff REGISTER HERE: https://app.brazenconnect.com/events/Q8L8P?utm_medium=email&utm_source=star_listserv&utm_content=button If you have any questions, please contact ExperienceORISE@orau.org.

American Ecological Engineering Society Webinar - Maximizing Ecosystem Services with Infiltration Treatment Marshes

Please join your fellow American Ecological Engineering Society (AEES) members on Wednesday, September 21st from 1:00-2:00 PM EST for our next installment of our AEES Webinar Series (see attached flyer - feel free to share with students and colleagues). Rafael Vásquez-Burney, PE (Principle Technologist at Jacobs) will present an exciting seminar titled Maximizing Ecosystem Services with Infiltration Treatment Marshes. Registration is required (webinar is free). Please complete the Google Webinar Registration Form to get access to the Zoom link. After you complete the form, you will see a confirmation message with the Zoom information - please make a note and/or add it to your calendar. Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe7ypeqVn4HjSVN2XplejbX_jFWyhB17pcnJqgtn9F11ks-rA/viewform?usp=send_form

Natural Resources Technician (focus on wild turkey)

JOB OPENING Dates accepting applications: Until 9/23/22 POSITION TITLE: Natural Resources Technician SALARY RANGE: $22.00/hour POSITION TYPE: Full Time LOCATION: Cambridge, Maryland ABOUT US: The Western Maryland Resource Conservation and Development Council (RC&D) Inc. is a non-profit organization in business since 1993 whose mission is to build and sustain resource conservation programs which raise the quality of social, economic, and environmental development in our region. We are involved in projects dealing with environmental restoration, alternative energy, carbon sequestration, research on beneficial uses of fly ash from coal fired power plants, forestry, remediation of acid mine drainage impacts, improvements of water quality in watersheds, and projects addressing conservation and agriculture. CONTEXT OF THE POSITION In coordination with the Maryland Department of Natural Resources (MD DNR) Wildlife and Heritage Service this position will serve as the lead technician for the Eastern Maryland study site of a multi-state wild turkey research project investigating reproductive ecology and gobbler harvest rates. The technician will work closely with MD DNR staff and help direct the activities of one seasonal technician during the summer months. The incumbent must be available to start in November 2022 (flexible) and will serve as a Natural Resources Technician for the duration of up to a one (1) year term, ending on October 31, 2023 as outlined by the MD DNR funding agreement. However, the position may be extended for up to 3 years depending on performance and funding availability. WORK DUTIES Wild turkey trapping using rocket-nets and walk-in traps Leg-banding, tagging, and disease sampling of captured birds Radio-telemetry Nest, brood, and mortality checks and investigations Vegetation and habitat sampling Data recording and processing Operation and maintenance of tools and equipment used in the above duties including: rocket-nets, ATVs, and 4wd vehicles. Other duties as assigned PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS The minimum qualifications for this position are a B.S. in Wildlife Ecology or related field (or at least 60 hours earned towards degree). Preferred qualifications include training or experience beyond the minimum listed above, including bird capture and tagging, radio-telemetry, game camera deployment, vegetation sampling, and proficiency with ArcGIS and other commonly used software used for data processing. In addition, the following are expected of applicants: Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with co-workers, supervisors, and landowners Ability to work outside in rough terrain and tolerate insects and inclement weather Willingness to work early mornings, late nights, and/or weekends if necessary Proficiency in use of computers and applications relevant to conservation is expected (such as MS office suite) Ability to read, interpret, and navigate with maps The ability to work independently A valid driver's license Use of personal vehicle if needed (We will attempt to supply a work vehicle. But if not, federal mileage reimbursement rates will be paid - currently 62.5 cents per mile) US Citizenship A clean criminal record verified by a standard background check with local, state, and national law enforcement agencies. A security clearance is not a requirement Must be willing to relocate or commute to Cambridge, Maryland and surrounding areas FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION Please go to our website at: www.wmrcd.org Please email Resume and Cover letter and 3 professional references to: agray@wmrcd.org The Western Maryland RC&D Council is an equal opportunity provider and employer. All programs and services of the Western Maryland RC&D Council are offered on a non-discriminatory basis, without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital or family status, disability or political belief.

AGNR Majors Welcome Back Bash!

On behalf of the AGNR Academic Programs office, we invite you to join us on Tuesday, September 13th from 4-6pm in the ANSC Building Courtyard for the AGNR Welcome Back Bash! This event helps welcome our students back to campus and build the AGNR community. As a valued member of our campus community, we hope that you will join us by coming out and also sharing this invitation with your students. This is an informal event so it is a great opportunity to mix and mingle with our students. Food, games, and music will be provided. See attached for a graphic advertising the event that we would love for you to share as you encourage your students to also attend! This year's theme is a carnival so we will have some old fashioned carnival games being run by the AGNR Student Council member clubs. If you have any old unbroken glassware or plastic ware, Frisbees, cinch bags, rulers, mugs, etc, etc ...the stuff you've compiled over the years that college students would love to win as a silly prize that you would like to donate to the event, please let us know! We ask that all guests pre-register here so we can get an idea of how many people will attend (though it's not required to attend). You can do so by clicking here. If you have any questions, please contact April Brohawn at abrohawn@umd.edu Amanda Clougherty at akbrown@umd.edu

Guided Bird Walks & Migratory Bird Festival

Guided Bird Walks: Fran Uhler Natural Area – first Saturday of each month: September 3; October 1; November 5; December 3. Leader: Bill Sefton. Meet at the parking area off Lemons Bridge Road north of Bowie State University at 7:30 am. and Lake Artemesia Natural Area – first and third Thursdays of each month: September 1, September 15, October 6, October 20, November 3, November 17, December 1, December 15. The walks are led by Terry Watson and Marc Manheimer. Meet at the parking lot at the corner of Ballew Avenue and Berwyn Road in Berwyn Heights. The start time is 3 pm from September through March. Migration Festival at Lake Artemesia Natural Area – Saturday, September 24, 9 am – 12 noon. Sponsored by Prince George’s Audubon Society. Live birds of prey, arts & crafts, bilingual talks https://www.pgaudubon.org/events/50-year-celebration-of-supporting-birds-and-their-habitat

UMD University Career Center Events

The UCC@AGNR has some great programs planned for this Fall and I would love if you would share them with your students (for those without a registration link, I will be sending out promotional messaging once details are finalized): ENSP Resume Workshop, September 21, 2022 Careers in Fermentation Science Panel: October 6, 2022 BIPOC Opportunities in Sustainability: October 19, 2022 Career Shuttle: National Aquarium, Animal Research and Care Center: TBD Career Shuttle: National Aquarium, Masonville Cove: TBD Interview Skills Workshop with USDA: October 25, 2022 If you are interested in or planning a career-related event this semester and would like support, please let me know. I am happy to help out and support the efforts already being done within each department. Additionally, if you would like for me to come to any of your classes and either give an overview of the career services available to your students and/or conduct a workshop on a career development topic, please email me! The University Career Center has an exciting line up of programming for this Fall, as well! Below is a list of highlights: On-Campus and Part Time Jobs Meet-Up: September 9, 2022 Fall Career and Internship Fair: September 23, 28, 29, & 30, 2022 Intern for a Day: Student applications open September 26, 2022 UCC- and Employer-led career education workshops Last but not least, please feel free to refer any students my way to discuss major/career choices, job, internship, and grad school prep, interviewing/networking skills, or anything else related to their career! They can make an appointment via Careers4Terps. Thank you and Go Terps! Casey -- Casey Miller University Career Center & The President’s Promise Program Director, College of Agriculture and Natural Resources Phone: (301) 314-2221 Campus Address: 0107B Symons Hall, 7998 Regents Drive, College Park, MD 20742 Mailing Address: 4130 Campus Drive, College Park, MD 20742 Pronouns: She/Her/Hers go.umd.edu/agnrcareers @UMDCareerCenter | www.careers.umd.edu

Environmental Health Specialist I

We currently have a Licensed Environmental Health Specialist I opening for the soil evaluation group in the office of Ground Water Management (our focus is properties on wells and septic systems). Recent graduates with an environmental science education would be good candidates, especially if they have a soils background. The posting can be found at our website here. Candidates who aren’t already licensed will be required to submit a certificate of eligibility from the Board of Environmental Health Specialists along with their application. The form to obtain a certificate of eligibility can be found here. Allison Diviney, LEHS Supervisor, Soil Evaluation Section Ground Water Management 111 W. Chesapeake Ave Suite 319 Towson, MD 21204 410.887.2762

ANSC 371 Sustainable Agriculture and Environment in Nicaragua Seminar or ANSC 372 Sustainable Agriculture and Environment in Nicaragua Study Abroad

Sustainable Agriculture and Environment in Nicaragua Seminar (c, 1 credit) Wed. 4:00 to 5:15 ANSC 0402 Travel Abroad (ANSC 372, 2 credits) Jan. 3-17, 2023 Below is the course announcement and schedule, and there is a link where I will be posting information for the public at TerpsNica.org. This may interest some of your students, faculty and staff, the class meets Wednesdays at 4, in person and on-line. (Faculty and staff may attend, but please let rkohn@umd.edu know). Today's lecture will be by author Dan Kovalik (via Zoom) in Room 0402 Animal Science at 4:00 PM – 5:15 this Wednesday. He will talk about the history of US intervention in Nicaragua. Other speakers will address greenhouse gases, adaptation to climate change, Land reform, Women's rights, women in agriculture, Indigenous rights, autonomous zones. If you would like to attend via Zoom, you can register for any of the classes if you want to attend. It will be the same meeting link all semester unless I must change it for technical reasons. https://umd.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJ0od-iorj8iHNxZ8dH1DQWEvlgXZKxfjASd Meeting ID is 995 0100 4868 Passcode: GoTerps This two-part course will discuss the effects of colonialism and systemic racism on the people and environment of Nicaragua. It will include a broad range of topics relating to the history and current situation in Nicaragua, land reform, agricultural practices, food security, food sovereignty (domestic food production), and environmental protection. In the travel-abroad course you will practice hands-on techniques in agroecology, visit farms, and explore eco-tours. You will swim in a pristine volcanic lake, ride horseback in cloud forests, and observe turtle hatching. A major focus will be techniques to decrease impacts of climate change, and to decrease greenhouse gas emissions while mitigating poverty and maintaining food sovereignty. Nicaragua produces 90% of the food it consumes and exports beef, coffee, and fruit among other items. Per capita greenhouse gas emissions are one eighth as high as for the US. You will learn how they are able to achieve these stunning accomplishments. The course is offered in conjunction with the Nicaraguan farm organization Friends of ATC (Association of Rural Workers). Speakers will include US and Nicaraguan experts representing different sectors of society and discussing the Nicaraguan revolution and how their economic model allows them to address climate change while decreasing poverty and improving food security and food sovereignty. -- Ann J. Leger, M.A. International Programs in Agriculture and Natural Resources Email: aleger@umd.edu Facebook page for IPAN Ph: 301-405-8779

Annual Agricultural and Environmental Law Conference

2022 Eighth Annual Agricultural and Environmental Law Conference Registration: https://go.umd.edu/aleiconfreg2022 Do you have trouble keeping up to date with agricultural and environmental laws? The Agricultural and Environmental Law Conference (AELC), hosted by the Agriculture Law Education Initiative (ALEI), is a unique event that brings together stakeholders from Maryland's agricultural, conservation, and legal fields. Whether you are curious about the upcoming Farm Bill or want to learn more about the growth of the hemp industry, ALEI is bringing together experts to discuss these topics and more at this year’s conference. The conference will begin with a look at how Maryland’s new Partition of Property Act helps families with complex title issues preserve their families’ real property so that it can be passed to the next generation. The law impacts both urban and rural families and helps owners of heirs’ property better protect and manage the land they own. The next panel will feature scientific and policy experts to discuss the growth of the hemp industry. The last two Farm Bills have opened the door for hemp production in the U.S. However, this relatively new industry is still evolving and this discussion will center around what we have learned and what still needs to be done to foster hemp production. This work is supported by the Agriculture and Food Research Initiative (AFRI) program from the U.S. Department of Agriculture, National Institute of Food and Agriculture. Another of the morning panels will focus on a new environmental justice (EJ) screening process for permits from the Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE). Starting this fall, MDE permit applicants will need to include an EJ score from a new tool in permit applications. This panel will include a demonstration of the EJ tool and legal analysis of how this program will impact Maryland. The final morning panel will cover an overview of the year's most significant agricultural and environmental law issues and an indication of what we can expect in 2023. The afternoon sessions will kick off with a panel of agricultural policy experts to answer questions and discuss the social and economic implications of the 2023 Farm Bill. The panel discussion will revolve around: Farm Production and Conservation; Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs; Rural Development; and Food and Nutrition Security. The final session will be about Maryland’s Food Waste Law and planned implementation. This panel will also discuss the impacts on existing efforts by local governments to promote food waste reductions and administer community programs. The discussion will touch on ways agricultural producers may participate and benefit from food recovery and waste diversion systems. Registration for the AELC is open and the ALEI conference is a great investment to learn more about current issues impacting agriculture and the environment. Anyone with questions or in need of more information may contact ALEI Program Coordinator Ryan Zimmerman at rzimmer7@umd.edu or (301-405-1271).

Forested Creative Ecology Internship

Forested is a 10-acre forest garden located in Bowie. Our vision is for forest garden ecosystems to sustainably supply a large portion of all food and forest products people need and use for healthy living. We have a special focus on the eastern US where the Forested research garden is located. We also offer education and services with worldwide applications. We'd appreciate it if you can forward this email to students that may be interested in being a part of the internship. Watch this video to learn more about our story We are pleased to launch our curated 8-week fall internship programs for high school and college students. Please forward this to any students that may be interested in this opportunity. The purpose of these internships is to provide an immersive experience where participants can explore their relationship with the environment in which we live. APPLY TODAY -Interns will learn the basics of permaculture garden design, composting, as well as plant properties, and relationships -Develop transferable skills in the areas of permaculture, agroforestry, and vegetable gardening. -Engage in learning and growth while building interpersonal relationships in a team/community-oriented environment -Support our fall feasts so we can achieve our mission of remaking the world with forest agriculture.

EPA Fellowship

The EPA EDSP is hiring a post-bac ORISE to assist with lab work in screening chemicals for ER and AR interactions. EPA Office/Lab and Location: A research opportunity is currently available with two EPA programs in both the Office of Chemical Safety and Pollution Prevention (OCSPP) and Office of Research and Development (ORD). The selected participant will be required to conduct research in the laboratory located in Research Triangle Park, NC and travel to Washington, D.C. once a year for a debriefing. Research Project: This research project will adapt and validate the use of several high-throughput screening (HTS) assays to measure endocrine receptor function and cell proliferation endpoints. The goal is to identify a combination of HTS assays that reliably predicts estrogen and androgen bio-activity and then deploy this assay battery to test hundreds of chemicals identified by EPA's Office of Pesticide Programs. The selected participant will have a significant role in developing/optimizing methods, maintaining human cell cultures, and generating/analyzing HTT data. Full details are at: https://zintellect.com/Opportunity/Details/EPA-OCSPP-2022-04

Winter & Spring Break Study Abroad programs about sustainability (could be elective!)

Could you please forward the attached flyers for the upcoming EA upper level tech electives on Sustainability & Infrastructure. It also includes details for the upcoming Info sessions. The participation of students from your program in the recent course was excellent since their knowledge and experience has contributed to the overall learning experience of the entire group. - Spring Break 2023 study abroad program in GREECE on Sustainability & Infrastructure. (ENCE489G) http://globalmaryland.umd.edu/offices/education-abroad/program/11580 image.png - Winter Term 2023 study abroad program in ITALY on Sustainability, Infrastructure Condition & Safety. (ENCE489I) https://globalmaryland.umd.edu/offices/education-abroad/program/11717 image.png A syllabus for each one is also available for any students that might be interested. In regards to the info sessions: Info session I (in person): September 6 @3:00pm in EGL0120 (Engineering Lab Building) Info session II (online): September 15 @ 6:00pm via Zoom (Zoom Meeting https://umd.zoom.us/j/95175908853) As always I appreciate your help for outreach. Kind regards. -- Dr. Dimitrios Goulias Civil & Environmental Engineering Department University of Maryland O147 G.L. Martin Hall, College Park, MD 20742 Tel (301)405-2624

NASA Harvest Program Communications Intern

I'm a Faculty member with the Department of Geography where I work with the NASA Harvest program. We're looking for a Communications Intern to join our team as soon as possible, and ideally this student can grow within the position for a longer term. The listing can be found here, Number 344: https://airtable.com/shrCEHNFUcVmekT7U/tbl7NZyoiJWR4g065/viwU0b5jLXOVjVxFI/recH39lr6JkRUziLi?backgroundColor=orange&viewControls=on The Communications & Programs Intern is responsible for creating informative and innovative social media and website content, implementing a robust social media strategy, creating digital graphics, and assisting for our Harvest Africa work. We want someone familiar with and excited about researching topics related to agriculture and food security. We appreciate you sharing this opportunity on any relevant networks and/or pointing any students that you think might be a good fit in our direction! I'm also going to reach out to the AGNR Coms office. Thanks so much -- Taryn Devereux, M.S. she/her/hers Senior Faculty Specialist Technical Project Manager with NASA's Harvest Africa Program Department of Geographical Sciences Affiliate of Dept. of Agricultural and Resource Economics (AREC-AGNR) Affiliate of UMD-Extension Agriculture & Food Systems (AgFS) Program

Dept. of Interior Career Highlight: Public Affairs Specialist

Career Spotlight: Digital Strategist (Public Affairs Specialist) Digital Strategists support the FWS’s conservation mission by leveraging new media and emerging technologies, including social media platforms, to connect the American people with public lands, wildlife, and more. These employees play a vital role in communicating the agency’s work to public audiences. They use creative storytelling, compelling visuals, and digital trends to engage diverse audiences online. Digital strategists apply skills in strategic communications, data analytics, marketing, customer service, and more. Learn more about Public Affairs Specialist Careers within the Department of Interior here. You can find available Public Affairs-related jobs on USAJobs.gov This job series generally requires excellent oral and written communications skills, experience communicating with diverse stakeholders, and ability to work well with others and translate complex information for non-technical audiences.

EPA & NPS are recruiting! See online recruiting event

JOIN US COLLABORATIVE RECRUITMENT WEBINAR SEPTEMBER 7 & 8 2-3:30PM, ET (11-12:30 PM, PST) The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and National Park Service Office of Research and Development Office of Children’s Health Protection Bureau of Indian Affairs, Office of International and Tribal Affairs, and more! WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 7TH Join the Teams Live event by clicking HERE the U.S. Department of the Interior are hosting a nationwide hiring webinar to recruit competitive candidates from a variety of educational and professional backgrounds. LEARN AND DISCUSS • Positions specific to students, recent graduates, veterans, Returned Peace Corps Volunteers & AmeriCorps VISTA volunteers, and persons with disabilities • Creating profiles and saving searches on USAJOBS.gov • How to build a federal resume/CV • Diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility e orts • Environmental Protection Agency and Department of Interior's role in protecting our natural resources and infrastructure • Career opportunities available for both STEM and NON-STEM professions THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 8TH Join the Teams Live event by clicking HERE QUESTIONS? Contact Kate Fox (Fox.kate@epa.gov)

UMD Solar Workshops

Are you interested in using solar to power your home, farm, or business? If so, you'll want to join one of the University of Maryland's upcoming workshops addressing the opportunities and challenges associated with solar energy. Each workshop will cover important topics that will help you successfully, and sustainably, implement a solar electric system, including discussions of: How solar energy works and what role it plays How a solar project impacts you as a homeowner or landowner How to finance and facilitate a solar project September 12, 2022 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm Serenity Farm 6932 Serenity Farm Road Benedict, MD 20612 Registration (Benedict, MD) September 13, 2022 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm American Chestnut Land Trust 676 Double Oak Road Prince Frederick, MD 20678 Registration (Prince Frederick, MD) October 3, 2022 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm Annapolis Friends Meetinghouse 351 Dubois Road Annapolis, MD 21401 Registration (Annapolis, MD) October 5, 2022 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm Baltimore County Ag Center 1114 Shawan Road Cockeysville, MD 21030 Registration (Cockeysville, MD) Learn More go.umd.edu/Solar2022 Who is this for? Homeowners or landowners Farmers and agricultural producers Ag service providers Small businesses What will you learn? how a solar electric system works how solar power fits into Maryland's energy mix how energy policies and initiatives impact the solar market discuss leasing issues with a solar developer or attorney key terms and language needed to negotiate or sign a lease common environmental and economic land-use concerns how solar projects are designed, installed, and maintained local and state regulations and permitting for solar projects costs, financing, and incentives which drive a solar project We hope you can join us!

Welcome Back Bash for ENST and all Majors in College of AGNR

On behalf of the AGNR Academic Programs office, we invite you to join us on Tuesday, September 13th from 4-6pm in the ANSC Building Courtyard for the AGNR Welcome Back Bash! This is an informal event so it is a great opportunity to mix and mingle with our fellow students. Food, games, and music will be provided. This year's theme is a carnival so we will have some old fashioned carnival games being run by the AGNR Student Council member clubs. We ask that all guests pre-register so we can get an idea of how many people will attend (though it's not required to attend). You can do so by clicking here. If you have any questions, please contact April Brohawn at abrohawn@umd.edu Amanda Clougherty at akbrown@umd.edu