Udall Foundation Announces 2024 Udall Scholars
Posted: 5/3/2024
The Morris K. Udall and Stewart L. Udall Foundation (Udall Foundation) is pleased to announce that 55 students from 50 colleges and universities have been selected as 2024 Udall Scholars. An 18-member independent review committee selected this year's group of Udall Scholars on the basis of commitment to careers in the environment, Tribal public policy, or Native health care; leadership potential; record of public service; and academic achievement. The review committee also awarded 55 Honorable Mentions.
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U.S. Congress Reauthorizes Udall Foundation through Fiscal Year 2029
Posted: 4/15/2024
On Friday, March 22, 2024, and Saturday, March 23, 2024, the United States House of Representatives and the United States Senate, respectively, passed the second and final fiscal year (FY) 2024 appropriations package, H.R. 2882, titled the “Further Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2024.” Included in that appropriations package was the “Udall Foundation Reauthorization Act of 2024,” which reauthorized the Morris K. Udall and Stewart L. Udall Foundation (Udall Foundation) through FY 2029.
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Udall Foundation Announces 2024 Native American Congressional Interns
Posted: 3/29/2024
The Morris K. Udall and Stewart L. Udall Foundation (Udall Foundation) and the Native Nations Institute for Leadership, Management, and Policy (NNI), a program of the Udall Center for Studies in Public Policy at The University of Arizona, are pleased to announce the selection of the 2024 Native American Congressional Interns. The newest class of Udall Interns comprises 12 students representing 9 Tribes and 11 universities from around the country. The Udall Interns were selected on the basis of academic achievement, leadership, and demonstrated commitment to careers in Tribal public policy. From 1996 through 2023, 318 students from 138 Tribes have participated in the Internship.
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Udall Foundation Announces 2023 Native American Graduate Fellows
Posted: 7/28/2023
The Morris K. Udall and Stewart L. Udall Foundation (Udall Foundation) is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2023 Morris K. Udall and John S. McCain III Native American Graduate Fellowship in Tribal Policy (Native American Graduate Fellowship). The Native American Graduate Fellowship is awarded to outstanding Native American and Alaska Native graduate students who are currently pursuing advanced degrees in health care fields and who have demonstrated a commitment to Native health care.
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Udall Foundation’s Parks in Focus® Program Receives 2023 Youth Impact Award from the Boys & Girls Clubs of Tucson
Posted: 7/11/2023
The Morris K. Udall and Stewart L. Udall Foundation (Udall Foundation) was presented with the Boys & Girls Clubs of Tucson’s (BGCT or Club) 2023 Youth Impact Award at their annual Youth of the Year Celebration on June 15, 2023. The two organizations have been partnering for 25 years through the Udall Foundation’s Stewart L. Udall Parks in Focus® Program (Parks in Focus®), which connects youth to nature and our Nation’s public lands through photography and outdoor learning.
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Udall Foundation Announces 2023 Udall Scholars
Posted: 5/5/2023
The Morris K. Udall and Stewart L. Udall Foundation (Udall Foundation) is pleased to announce that 55 students from 46 colleges and universities have been selected as 2023 Udall Scholars. A 20-member independent review committee selected this year's group of Udall Scholars on the basis of commitment to careers in the environment, Tribal public policy, or Native health care; leadership potential; record of public service; and academic achievement. The review committee also awarded 55 Honorable Mentions.
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Udall Foundation Opens New Headquarters Office in Tucson, Arizona
Posted: 4/18/2023
The Morris K. Udall and Stewart L. Udall Foundation (Udall Foundation) is pleased to announce the opening of its new headquarters at the Trinity Office, 434 E. University Boulevard, in Tucson, Arizona.
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Statement on the Final Transition of the National Roster of Environmental Conflict Resolution Professionals
Posted: 4/5/2023
The Morris K. Udall and Stewart L. Udall Foundation’s (Udall Foundation) John S. McCain III National Center for Environmental Conflict Resolution (National Center) is announcing that administration of the National Roster of Environmental Conflict Resolution Professionals (Roster) will transition to the Association for Conflict Resolution’s Environment and Public Policy Section (ACR EPP) and Mediate.com (Mediate). The Roster, an online tool currently administered by the National Center for public use, is a database of more than 300 highly qualified and experienced professionals who resolve environmental disputes and support collaborative solutions to complex public policy issues. Federal agencies, State and Local governments, Tribes, nonprofits, and the private sector use the Roster to locate professional mediators, facilitators, and conflict resolution service providers.
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Udall Foundation Awards 2023 Native American Congressional Internships
Posted: 3/31/2023
The Morris K. Udall and Stewart L. Udall Foundation (Udall Foundation) and the Native Nations Institute for Leadership, Management, and Policy (NNI), a program of the Udall Center for Studies in Public Policy at The University of Arizona, are pleased to announce the selection of the 2023 Native American Congressional Interns. The newest class of Udall Interns comprises 12 students representing 11 Tribes and 10 universities from around the country. The Udall Interns were selected by an independent review committee on the basis of academic achievement, leadership, and demonstrated commitment to careers in Tribal public policy. From 1996 through 2022, 306 students from 134 Tribes have participated in the Internship.
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Udall Foundation and U.S. EPA Partner to Host a Virtual Dialogue on Intergovernmental Relations in NEPA Processes
Posted: 8/29/2022
Please find current agendas and speaker biographies here:
The Morris K. Udall and Stewart L. Udall Foundation’s (Udall Foundation) John S. McCain III National Center for Environmental Conflict Resolution (National Center) and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (U.S. EPA) Office of Environmental Justice will convene a virtual dialogue to explore collaboration between Federal agencies, Tribal Nations, and Indigenous Peoples, including tools and approaches that may enhance partnerships between Tribal Nations and the Federal Government in the context of National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) implementation. The dialogue, scheduled for September 8, 2022, is titled, “Intergovernmental Relations in NEPA Processes: Tools, Resources, and Considerations for Tribal Nations and Indigenous Peoples Working with Federal Agencies.”
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Udall Foundation Announces 2022 Native American Graduate Fellows
Posted: 8/1/2022
The Morris K. Udall and Stewart L. Udall Foundation (Udall Foundation) is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2022 Morris K. Udall and John S. McCain III Native American Graduate Fellowship in Tribal Policy (Native American Graduate Fellowship). The Native American Graduate Fellowship is awarded to outstanding Native American and Alaska Native graduate students who are currently pursuing advanced degrees in health care fields and who have demonstrated a commitment to Native health care.
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Udall Foundation Announces 2022 Udall Scholars
Posted: 5/13/2022
The Morris K. Udall and Stewart L. Udall Foundation (Udall Foundation) is pleased to announce that 55 students from 49 colleges and universities have been selected as 2022 Udall Scholars. A 20-member independent review committee selected this year's group of Udall Scholars on the basis of commitment to careers in the environment, Tribal public policy, or Native health care; leadership potential; record of public service; and academic achievement. The review committee also awarded 55 Honorable Mentions.
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Udall Foundation Awards 2022 Native American Congressional Internships
Posted: 3/25/2022
The Morris K. Udall and Stewart L. Udall Foundation (Udall Foundation) and the Native Nations Institute for Leadership, Management, and Policy (NNI), a program of the Udall Center for Studies in Public Policy at The University of Arizona, are pleased to announce the selection of the 2022 Native American Congressional Interns. The program’s newest class of Udall Interns comprises 11 students representing 10 Tribes and 10 universities from around the country. The Udall Interns were selected by an independent review committee on the basis of academic achievement, leadership, and demonstrated commitment to careers in Tribal public policy. From 1996 through 2021, 295 students from 131 Tribes have participated in the program.
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Udall Foundation and Udall Center Hosting Two Virtual Forums on Engagement and Consultation in the NEPA Process
Posted: 1/3/2022
Please find current agendas and speaker biographies here (updated 1/3/22):
October 20 forum, Engaging Stakeholders and the Public in the NEPA Process:
agenda and speaker biographies
October 21 forum, Engaging Native Nations and Incorporating Government-to-Government Consultation in the NEPA Process:
agenda and speaker biographies
The meeting summary for the forums may be found here.
The Morris K. Udall and Stewart L. Udall Foundation’s (Udall Foundation) John S. McCain III National Center for Environmental Conflict Resolution (National Center) and The University of Arizona’s Udall Center for Studies in Public Policy (Udall Center) are hosting two virtual forums entitled, “NEPA Next 50: Reflections on the National Environmental Policy Act — Federal Agency Dialogue on Engagement and Consultation.” The virtual forums will be held October 20-21, 2021.
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Udall Foundation Congratulates Next Director of the Udall Center for Studies in Public Policy
Posted: 12/1/2021
The Morris K. Udall and Stewart L. Udall Foundation (Udall Foundation) congratulates Dr. Andrea Gerlak, professor in the School of Geography, Development, and Environment at The University of Arizona, on her selection as Director of the Udall Center for Studies in Public Policy (Udall Center). Andrea assumed the position of Director on November 1, 2021, after serving as Interim Director since May 2021.
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NOW AVAILABLE—ASSESSMENT REPORT ON OPPORTUNITIES FOR ECCR FIELD TO SUPPORT FEDERAL CLIMATE-RELATED INITIATIVES
Posted: 8/23/2021
The Morris K. Udall and Stewart L. Udall Foundation (Udall Foundation) is pleased to announce a report entitled Environmental Collaboration and Conflict Resolution (ECCR) in Support of Federal Climate Initiatives: An Assessment of Opportunities. The report was written by a team from the John S. McCain III National Center for Environmental Conflict Resolution (National Center), a program of the Udall Foundation, and explores how the ECCR field can be of assistance in implementing Federal agencies’ climate-related initiatives.
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UDALL FOUNDATION ANNOUNCES INAUGURAL CLASS OF NATIVE AMERICAN GRADUATE FELLOWS
Posted: 7/30/2021
The Morris K. Udall and Stewart L. Udall Foundation (Udall Foundation) is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2021 Morris K. Udall and John S. McCain III Native American Graduate Fellowship in Tribal Policy (Native American Graduate Fellowship). The Native American Graduate Fellowship is awarded to outstanding Native American and Alaska Native graduate students who are currently pursuing advanced degrees in health care fields and who have demonstrated a commitment to Native health care. The inaugural class includes three graduate students in various health care disciplines representing three Tribes.
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Statement on the Transition of the National Roster of Environmental Conflict Resolution Professionals
Posted: 6/7/2021
The Morris K. Udall and Stewart L. Udall Foundation’s (Udall Foundation) John S. McCain III National Center for Environmental Conflict Resolution (National Center) has recently made the determination that future administration of the National Roster of Environmental Conflict Resolution Professionals (Roster) will need to occur outside of the auspices of the Udall Foundation. The Roster is a database of more than 300 highly qualified and experienced professionals who resolve environmental disputes and support collaborative solutions to complex public issues. It is an online tool available for public use currently administered by the National Center. Federal agencies, State and Local governments, Tribes, nonprofits, and the private sector use the Roster to locate professional mediators, facilitators, and conflict resolution service providers. While the National Center is saddened that its administration of the Roster will come to an end, staff members are proud of the work that has gone into it, including the efforts of the community of practitioners and the body of work reflected in it.
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UDALL FOUNDATION ANNOUNCES 2021 UDALL SCHOLARS
Posted: 5/7/2021
The Morris K. Udall and Stewart L. Udall Foundation (Udall Foundation) is pleased to announce that 55 students from 42 colleges and universities have been selected as 2021 Udall Scholars. A 20-member independent review committee selected this year's group of Udall Scholars on the basis of commitment to careers in the environment, Tribal public policy, or Native health care; leadership potential; record of public service; and academic achievement. The review committee also awarded 55 Honorable Mentions.
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Gerlak Appointed as Acting Director of Udall Center
Posted: 4/12/2021
Andrea K. Gerlak, University of Arizona research professor in the Udall Center for Studies in Public Policy and professor in the School of Geography, Development and Environment, has been named acting director of the Udall Center.
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Udall Foundation Recognizes 2021 Native American Congressional Internships
Posted: 3/31/2021
The Morris K. Udall and Stewart L. Udall Foundation (Udall Foundation) and the Native Nations Institute for Leadership, Management, and Policy (NNI) at The University of Arizona are pleased to announce the selection of the 2021 Native American Congressional Interns. The program’s newest class of Udall Interns comprises five students representing five Tribes and five universities from around the country. The Udall Interns were selected by an independent review committee on the basis of academic achievement, leadership, and demonstrated commitment to careers in Tribal public policy.
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UDALL FOUNDATION ANNOUNCES NEW EDUCATION PROGRAM
Posted: 1/29/2021
The Morris K. Udall and Stewart L. Udall Foundation (Udall Foundation) is pleased to announce a new Education Program, the Morris K. Udall and John S. McCain III Native American Graduate Fellowship in Tribal Policy (Native American Graduate Fellowship).
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Stewart L. Udall’s Environmental Diplomacy Legacy: A Virtual Centennial Birthday Celebration
Posted: 10/16/2020
To be held virtually via Zoom on November 19, 2020 | 1:00 PM (MST) / 3:00 PM (EST)
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UDALL FOUNDATION ANNOUNCES NEW DIRECTOR AND DEPUTY DIRECTOR OF EDUCATION PROGRAMS
Posted: 10/15/2020
The Udall Foundation is pleased to announce that Dr. Alicia Harris became Director of Education Programs on September 14, 2020. Mr. Bret Muter was promoted to Deputy Director of Education Programs on the same date after serving several months as the Acting Director.
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National Center for Environmental Conflict Resolution Works to Build Virtual Facilitation Capacity for Agencies and Partner Organizations in Light of COVID-19
Posted: 6/2/2020
Due to COVID-19, virtual meetings are an increasing day-to-day reality for organizations of all sizes. The John S. McCain III National Center for Environmental Conflict Resolution (National Center), a program of the Morris K. Udall and Stewart L. Udall Foundation (Udall Foundation), offered free webinars on April 28, 2020, and May 19, 2020, entitled “How to Facilitate Engaging and Productive Virtual Meetings.”
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UDALL FOUNDATION ANNOUNCES 2020 UDALL SCHOLARS
Posted: 5/8/2020
The Morris K. Udall and Stewart L. Udall Foundation (Udall Foundation) is pleased to announce that 55 students from 48 colleges and universities have been selected as 2020 Udall Scholars. A 16-member independent review committee selected this year's group of Udall Scholars on the basis of commitment to careers in the environment, Tribal public policy, or Native health care; leadership potential; record of public service; and academic achievement.
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UDALL FOUNDATION RECOGNIZES 2020 NATIVE AMERICAN CONGRESSIONAL INTERNSHIPS
Posted: 4/23/2020
The Morris K. Udall & Stewart L. Udall Foundation (Udall Foundation) and the Native Nations Institute for Leadership, Management, and Policy at the University of Arizona (NNI) are pleased to announce the selection of the 2020 Native American Congressional Interns. The program’s newest class of Udall Interns comprises 12 students representing 12 Tribes and eight universities from around the country.
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CONGRESS RENAMES KEY UDALL FOUNDATION PROGRAM TO HONOR THE LEGACY OF SENATOR JOHN MCCAIN
Posted: 1/9/2020
The Board of Trustees of the Morris K. Udall and Stewart L. Udall Foundation (Udall Foundation) is pleased to announce the U.S. Institute for Environmental Conflict Resolution has been renamed the John S. McCain III National Center for Environmental Conflict Resolution (National Center). The renaming was formalized with the enactment of H.R. 2414 and S. 1345, an amended version of which was included in H.R. 1865—Further Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2020—that was signed into law by President Donald J. Trump on December 20, 2019.
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UDALL FOUNDATION ANNOUNCES NEW EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR AND DEPUTY EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Posted: 9/30/2019
The Board of Trustees of the Morris K. Udall and Stewart L. Udall Foundation (Udall Foundation) is pleased to announce that Dr. David Brown became Executive Director of the Udall Foundation on September 1, 2019. Mr. Marc Rosen, current Udall Foundation General Counsel, assumed the additional responsibilities of Deputy Executive Director on the same date.
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UDALL FOUNDATION ANNOUNCES 2019 UDALL SCHOLARS
Posted: 5/3/2019
The Udall Foundation is pleased to announce that 55 students from 50 colleges and universities have been selected as 2019 Udall Scholars. A 14-member independent review committee selected this year's group of Udall Scholars on the basis of commitment to careers in the environment, Native health care, or Tribal public policy; leadership potential; record of public service; and academic achievement. The review committee also awarded 55 Honorable Mentions.
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UDALL FOUNDATION AWARDS 2019 NATIVE AMERICAN CONGRESSIONAL INTERNSHIPS
Posted: 3/28/2019
The Udall Foundation and Native Nations Institute are pleased to announce that 12 students from 10 Tribes and 10 universities have been selected as 2019 Native American Congressional Interns.
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SUNSHINE ACT MEETING NOTICE - Special electronic meeting of the Udall Foundation Board of Trustees to be held via telephone 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. (PST-Pacific Standard Time), Tuesday, February 12, 2019.
Posted: 1/29/2019
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Parks in Focus featured on December 20th, 2018 edition of Arizona Spotlight (segment starts around the 3 minute mark)
Posted: 1/7/2019
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BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS AND UDALL FOUNDATION CELEBRATE 20 YEARS OF CONNECTING TUCSON YOUTH TO NATURE THROUGH PHOTOGRAPHY
Posted: 10/26/2018
TUCSON, ARIZ. [October 29, 2018] – This fall, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Tucson (BGCT) and the Morris K. Udall
and Stewart L. Udall Foundation (Udall Foundation) celebrate 20 years of partnership on the Stewart L. Udall
Parks in Focus® Program—an education program of the Udall Foundation that connects youth from underserved
communities to nature and our nation’s public lands through photography and outdoor learning.
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COUNCIL FOR ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY RELEASES 10-YEAR REPORT HIGHLIGHTING THE QUANTIFIABLE BENEFITS OF ENVIRONMENTAL COLLABORATION AND CONFLICT RESOLUTION
Posted: 5/29/2018
The Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ) released a report highlighting the quantifiable benefits of environmental collaboration and conflict resolution (ECCR) tools and techniques in government processes. Produced by the Federal Forum on Environmental Collaboration and Conflict Resolution (ECCR Forum), the report incorporates 10 years of lessons learned and best practices accumulated since formal reporting on the use of ECCR in Federal agencies began in 2006. The report, Environmental Collaboration and Conflict Resolution (ECCR): Enhancing Agency Efficiency and Making Government Accountable to the People, can be found on the NEPA.gov website: https://ceq.doe.gov/nepa-practice/environmental-collaboration-and-conflict-resolution.html
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UDALL FOUNDATION ANNOUNCES 2018 UDALL SCHOLARS
Posted: 5/3/2018
The Udall Foundation is pleased to announce that 50 students from 42 colleges and universities have been selected as 2018 Udall Scholars. A 16-member independent review committee selected this year's group of Udall Scholars on the basis of commitment to careers in the environment, Native health care, or Tribal public policy; leadership potential; record of public service; and academic achievement. The review committee also awarded 50 Honorable Mentions.
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UDALL FOUNDATION AWARDS 2018 NATIVE AMERICAN CONGRESSIONAL INTERNSHIPS
Posted: 4/2/2018
The Udall Foundation and Native Nations Institute are pleased to announce that 12 students from 9 tribes and 11 universities have been selected as 2018 Native American Congressional Interns. They were selected by an independent review committee on the basis of academic achievement and a demonstrated commitment to careers in Tribal public policy.
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LATE REPRESENTATIVE MORRIS K. UDALL AND SENATOR JOHN S. MCCAIN TO BE HONORED AT GRAND CANYON NATIONAL PARK FOR OUTSTANDING CONTRIBUTIONS TO THE PARK AND THE NATION
Posted: 3/30/2018
Contact: Mindy Riesenberg
(928) 863-3878
mriesenberg@grandcanyon.org
GRAND CANYON, ARIZ.— Two Arizona icons, the late Representative Morris K. Udall and Senator John S. McCain, will be honored on Wednesday, April 4, 2018, at Grand Canyon National Park for their shared love of the park and their efforts to advance the conservation purposes for which it was established.
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UDALL FOUNDATION ANNOUNCES NEW DIRECTOR OF FINANCE AND OPERATIONS/CFO
Posted: 9/13/2017
The Udall Foundation is pleased to announce that Susan Vest became its Director of Finance and Operations/CFO on August 21, 2017. Mrs. Vest brings to the Udall Foundation over 20 years’ experience leading professional financial and audit organizations.
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UDALL FOUNDATION ANNOUNCES NEW DIRECTOR OF THE U.S. INSTITUTE FOR ENVIRONMENTAL CONFLICT RESOLUTION
Posted: 9/13/2017
The Udall Foundation is pleased to announce that Brian J. Manwaring accepted the position of Director of its U.S. Institute for Environmental Conflict Resolution effective April 30, 2017. He has been the Acting Director since January. Mr. Manwaring brings more than 19 years’ experience helping groups learn, solve problems and resolve disputes collaboratively.
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UDALL FOUNDATION ANNOUNCES 2017 UDALL SCHOLARS
Posted: 5/1/2017
The Udall Foundation is pleased to announce that 50 students from 42 colleges and universities have been selected as 2017 Udall Scholars. A 15-member independent review committee selected this year's group of Udall Scholars on the basis of commitment to careers in the environment, Native health care, or Tribal public policy; leadership potential; record of public service; and academic achievement. The review committee also awarded 50 Honorable Mentions.
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UDALL FOUNDATION AWARDS 2017 NATIVE AMERICAN CONGRESSIONAL INTERNSHIPS
Posted: 4/12/2017
The Udall Foundation is pleased to announce that 10 students from 8 tribes and 9 universities have been selected as 2017 Native American Congressional Interns. They were selected by an independent review committee on the basis of academic achievement and a demonstrated commitment to careers in Tribal public policy.
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UDALL FOUNDATION ANNOUNCES NEW DIRECTOR OF UDALL FOUNDATION DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA OFFICE
Posted: 1/31/2017
The Udall Foundation is pleased to announce that Stephanie Kavanaugh was promoted to Director of its Washington, D.C., office effective January 9, 2017.
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UDALL FOUNDATION ANNOUNCES NEW ACTING DIRECTOR OF THE U.S. INSTITUTE FOR ENVIRONMENTAL CONFLICT RESOLUTION
Posted: 1/31/2017
The Udall Foundation is pleased to announce that Brian J. Manwaring accepted the position of Acting Director of its U.S. Institute for Environmental Conflict Resolution effective January 9, 2017. Mr. Manwaring brings more than 19 years’ experience helping groups learn, solve problems and resolve disputes collaboratively.
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UDALL FOUNDATION ANNOUNCES 2016 UDALL SCHOLARS
Posted: 4/28/2016
The Udall Foundation is pleased to announce that 60 students from 49 colleges and universities have been selected as 2016 Udall Scholars. A 15-member independent review committee selected this year's group of Udall Scholars on the basis of commitment to careers in the environment, American Indian health care, or tribal public policy; leadership potential; record of public service; and academic achievement. The review committee also awarded 51 Honorable Mentions.
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UDALL FOUNDATION AWARDS 2016 NATIVE AMERICAN CONGRESSIONAL INTERNSHIPS
Posted: 4/1/2016
The Udall Foundation is pleased to announce that 12 students from 11 tribes and 11 universities have been selected as 2016 Native American Congressional Interns. They were selected by an independent review committee on the basis of academic achievement and a demonstrated commitment to careers in tribal public policy.
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Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation Renewal Grant
Posted: 12/9/2015
The Udall Foundation is proud to announce receipt of a $930,000 renewal grant from the Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation in Palo Alto, California. The two-year grant will support the U.S. Institute for Environmental Conflict Resolution’s continued participation in high-impact work relating to the implementation of the Obama Administration’s National Policy for the Stewardship of the Ocean, Our Coasts, and the Great Lakes (National Ocean Policy). Work supported by the grant will focus on several key areas, including the following:
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Draft U.S. Institute Information Collections Available for Public Comment
Posted: 6/15/2015
In compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act (44 U.S.C. 3501 et seq.), the U.S. Institute for Environmental Conflict Resolution (the U.S. Institute), is publishing in the Federal Register a Notice that it will submit for Office of Management and Budget (OMB) review, a request for approval of four information collection requests.
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UDALL FOUNDATION ANNOUNCES 2015 UDALL SCHOLARS
Posted: 4/30/2015
The Udall Foundation is pleased to announce that 50 students from 43 colleges and universities have been selected as 2015 Udall Scholars. A 14-member independent review committee selected this year's group of Udall Scholars on the basis of commitment to careers in the environment, American Indian health care, or tribal public policy; leadership potential; academic achievement; and record of public service. The review committee also awarded 49 Honorable Mentions.
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Central Arizona Project and Udall Foundation Announce CAP Udall Scholarship Winner
Posted: 4/30/2015
The Udall Foundation and the Central Arizona Project (CAP) are pleased to announce that Shaandiin Parrish, a junior at Arizona State University (ASU), has been selected as the 2015 CAP Udall Scholarship Award winner. Ms. Parrish, a member of the Navajo Nation, studies political science and public policy at Arizona State University in Tempe.
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UDALL FOUNDATION AWARDS 2015 NATIVE AMERICAN CONGRESSIONAL INTERNSHIPS
Posted: 4/15/2015
The Udall Foundation is pleased to announce that 12 students from 11 tribes and 10 universities have been selected as 2015 Native American Congressional Interns. They were selected by an independent review committee on the basis of academic achievement and a demonstrated commitment to careers in tribal public policy.
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Draft Scholarship and Internship Applications Available for Public Comment
Posted: 3/13/2015
In compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act (44 U.S.C. 3501 et seq.), this document announces that the Udall Foundation will submit for Office of Management and Budget (OMB) review a request for approval of two new information collection requests: Application for the Udall Scholarship and Application for the Udall Native American Internship.
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OKC GOOD Showcases Parks in Focus® in Oklahoma City
Posted: 12/19/2014
On Thursday, November 13, the Oklahoma City Museum of Art launched an exhibit of nature photographs taken by youth from the Boys & Girls Clubs of Oklahoma County, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Oklahoma, and Positive Tomorrows, who recently participated in Parks in Focus®—a program of the Udall Foundation that connects underserved youth to nature through photography.
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UDALL FOUNDATION ANNOUNCES NEW DIRECTOR OF FINANCE AND OPERATIONS
Posted: 6/16/2014
The Udall Foundation is pleased to announce that Scott Swarens is joining the Udall Foundation as its Director of Finance and Operations. Mr. Swarens joins the Udall Foundation after 27 years in financial management and accounting with the Federal Highway Administration and the U.S. Forest Service.
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UDALL FOUNDATION ANNOUNCES 2014 UDALL SCHOLARS
Posted: 4/28/2014
The Udall Foundation is pleased to announce that 50 students from 47 colleges and universities have been selected as 2014 Udall Scholars. A 14-member independent review committee selected this year's group of Udall Scholars on the basis of commitment to careers in the environment, American Indian health care, or tribal public policy; leadership potential; academic achievement; and record of public service. The review committee also awarded 50 Honorable Mentions.
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UDALL FOUNDATION AWARDS 2014 NATIVE AMERICAN CONGRESSIONAL INTERNSHIPS
Posted: 4/1/2014
The Udall Foundation is pleased to announce that 12 students from 5 tribes and 9 universities have been selected as 2014 Native American Congressional Interns. They were selected by an independent review committee on the basis of academic achievement and a demonstrated commitment to careers in tribal public policy.
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UDALL FOUNDATION ANNOUNCES NEW DIRECTOR OF THE U.S. INSTITUTE FOR ENVIRONMENTAL CONFLICT RESOLUTION
Posted: 3/6/2014
The Udall Foundation is pleased to announce Peter B. Williams, Ph.D., is joining the Udall Foundation as the Director of its U.S. Institute for Environmental Conflict Resolution. Dr. Williams joins the Udall Foundation after 15 years as a public collaboration leader and manager in the U.S. Forest Service.
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Udall Foundation Gap in Appropriations Planning Document 2014
Posted: 9/27/2013
As required by the Office of Management and Budget Circular No. A-11 (2010), the Udall Foundation has established a plan addressing the possible lapse in appropriations for FY 2014 funding. That plan can be found here.
UDALL FOUNDATION NAMES NEW EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Posted: 9/3/2013
The Morris K. Udall and Stewart L. Udall Foundation (Udall Foundation), headquartered in Tucson Arizona, announced the appointment of Phil Lemanski as its new Executive Director.
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Udall Foundation announces first CAP Udall Scholar
Posted: 4/16/2013
The Udall Foundation and the Central Arizona Project (CAP) are pleased to announce that Carol Seanez, a junior at the University of Arizona, has been selected as the first ever CAP Udall Scholarship Award winner. Ms. Seanez, a member of the Navajo Nation, studies physiology and public health at the University of Arizona in Tucson.
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UDALL FOUNDATION AWARDS 2013 NATIVE AMERICAN CONGRESSIONAL INTERNSHIPS
Posted: 4/11/2013
The Udall Foundation is pleased to announce that 12 students from 12 tribes and 11 universities have been selected as 2013 Native American Congressional Interns. They were selected by an independent review committee of nationally recognized Native educators and tribal policy leaders on the basis of academic achievement and a demonstrated commitment to careers in tribal public policy.
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UDALL FOUNDATION ANNOUNCES 2013 UDALL SCHOLARS
Posted: 3/27/2013
The Udall Foundation is pleased to announce that 50 students from 43 colleges and universities have been selected as 2013 Udall Scholars. A 14-member independent review committee selected this year's group of Udall Scholars on the basis of commitment to careers in the environment, Native American health care, or tribal public policy; leadership potential; academic achievement; and record of public service. The review committee also awarded 50 Honorable Mentions.
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The U.S. Institute Announces Award Recipients at the ECR2012 Conference
Posted: 5/25/2012
In conjunction with the ECR2012 Conference, the U.S. Institute sponsored two awards to recognize exemplary and innovative environmental collaboration and conflict resolution efforts.
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CLARA L. PRATTE AWARDED THE TERRENCE L. BRACY DISTINGUISHED ALUMNUS AWARD
Posted: 5/16/2012
The Udall Foundation is pleased to announce that Clara L. Pratte has been awarded the first ever Terrence L. Bracy Distinguished Alumnus Award. The award recognizes outstanding contributions from Udall alumni in four principal areas of public service: conflict resolution, environmental work, tribal health care (including social services), and tribal public policy.
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UDALL FOUNDATION AWARDS 2012 NATIVE AMERICAN CONGRESSIONAL INTERNSHIPS
Posted: 4/9/2012
The Udall Foundation is pleased to announce that 12 students from 12 tribes and 12 universities have been selected as 2012 Native American Congressional Interns. They were selected by an independent review committee of nationally recognized Native educators and tribal policy leaders on the basis of academic achievement and a demonstrated commitment to careers in tribal public policy.
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FINALISTS ANNOUNCED FOR THE TERRENCE L. BRACY DISTINGUISHED ALUMNUS AWARD
Posted: 4/2/2012
The Udall Foundation is pleased to announce four finalists for the Terrence L. Bracy Distinguished Alumnus Award. The award recognizes outstanding contributions from Udall alumni in four principal areas of public service: conflict resolution, environmental work, health care (including social services), and tribal public policy.
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UDALL FOUNDATION ANNOUNCES 2012 UDALL SCHOLARS
Posted: 4/2/2012
The Udall Foundation is pleased to announce 80 students from 70 colleges and universities have been selected as 2012 Udall Scholars. A 14-member independent review committee selected this year's group of Udall Scholars on the basis of commitment to careers in the environment, health care or tribal public policy; leadership potential; and academic achievement. The review committee also awarded 50 Honorable Mentions.
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PARKS IN FOCUS A FINALIST FOR SUMMIT HUT’S BANFF FILM FESTIVAL GRANT
Posted: 2/24/2012
You can help Parks in Focus win a grant from Summit Hut, a locally owned outdoor recreation store in Tucson, by voting online at the link below between now and March 18. Parks in Focus is a finalist for one of two grants that will be awarded in Tucson on March 24 as part of the Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour, during its stop at the Fox Tucson Theatre.
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The Udall Foundation wishes Arizona a Happy 100th Birthday!
Posted: 2/14/2012
Taken by D'Angelo from Tucson, Ariz., age 11
The Stewart L. Udall Parks in Focus program connects underserved middle school youth to nature through digital photography by organizing outdoor outings to local natural areas and week-long immersion trips to national parks. Arizona provides the backdrop for the majority of our excursions and trips. We wish Arizona a happy 100th birthday and look forward to continuing to introduce youth to the beauty of this great state for years to come.
To support us, go here: http://pif.udall.gov/donation/.
Distinguished Alumnus Award
Posted: 2/7/2012
The Udall Foundation invites nominations for The Terrence L. Bracy Distinguished Alumnus Award.
Established in honor of Terry Bracy, Chairman of the Board of Trustees from 1994-2011, the Distinguished Alumnus Award recognizes outstanding contributions from Udall alumni in four principal areas of public service: conflict resolution, environmental work, health care (including social services), and tribal public policy.
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ECR2012 Awards Announcement
Posted: 2/6/2012
The seventh national Environmental Collaboration and Conflict Resolution Conference (ECR2012) is fast approaching. In conjunction with the conference, the U.S. Institute for Environmental Conflict Resolution (U.S. Institute) will sponsor two awards to recognize exemplary and innovative environmental collaboration and conflict resolution efforts.
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PARKS IN FOCUS HELPS ENCOURAGE A HEALTHY LIFESTYLE FOR LOW INCOME YOUTH IN ARIZONA
Posted: 2/1/2012
For more than 150 kids at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Tucson, 2012 means dusting off their tennis shoes and getting active in the great outdoors with the Stewart L. Udall Parks in Focus Tucson Community Initiative.
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Parks in Focus Give a Kid a Camera Campaign
Posted: 11/15/2011
Youth who participate in Parks in Focus 5-day camping trips get to keep a camera to continue using beyond the trip. To meet the needs of our 2012 programs with outreach to 300+ youth, 120 new cameras need to be purchased by the end of November 2011. Each camera, memory card, camera case package costs $125.
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Summit Hut Decline a Bag Program Benefits Parks in Focus
Posted: 11/9/2011
Summit Hut, a locally owned outdoor recreation store in Tucson, Ariz., operates a Decline a Bag program in which customers who do not take a bag with their purchase are able to donate the cost of the bag to local non-profit organization. The Udall Foundation wishes to thank Summit Hut for designating Parks in Focus as one of the non-profit recipients of the Decline a Bag program from November 2011 through March 18, 2012.
LONGTIME UDALL FOUNDATION CHAIR TO STEP DOWN
Posted: 10/19/2011
Tucson—Terrence L. Bracy, who has chaired the Udall Foundation board of trustees for 17 years, will step down from that role at the end of October 2011. Bracy has led the board of the independent federal agency from its inception in late 1994 to the important government role it plays today.
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Conference: Environmental Diplomacy and Security in International Relations
Posted: 9/26/2011
Registration: www.uvm.edu/ieds/node/522
University of Vermont - Burlington, Vermont USA
October 21 – 23, 2011
Environmental issues are often framed as a source of conflict in terms of resource scarcity. Yet they tend to be relegated as “low politics,” in the larger scheme of international relations. This conference aims to consider ways by which environmental issues can be raised to “high politics of war and peace” to ensure ecological, economic and social sustainability.
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U.S. Institute for Environmental Conflict Resolution on AZ Public Media’s Arizona Week
Posted: 8/30/2011
On August 26, 2011, Arizona Public Media Reporter Michael Chihak explored the aftermath of Arizona's wildfires and forest restoration on Arizona Week. Chihak interviewed Maggie McCaffrey, a program manager with the U.S. Institute for Environmental Conflict Resolution about our work with collaborative fire initiatives, including the Four Forest Restoration Initiative (4FRI). You can view the program here: http://www.azpm.org/news/story/2011/8/26/2030-episode-33-fire-is-inevitable-to-keep-arizona-wild/
UDALL FOUNDATION, UNIVERSITY OUTREACH OF UM-FLINT AND THE BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF GREATER FLINT TEAM UP TO CONNECT AREA YOUTH TO NATURE THROUGH PHOTOGRAPHY
Posted: 8/18/2011
Last month the Udall Foundation, in partnership with University Outreach at the University of Michigan-Flint, launched a pilot Parks in Focus program to introduce 10 youth from the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Flint to area parks through digital photography. Over the last few weeks, participants have explored Ligon Outdoor Center, Max Brandon City Park, Bluebell Beach County Park, Stepping Stone Falls and Shiawassee National Wildlife Refuge. The program will culminate with a weekend camping trip to Bay City State Recreation Area (August 19-21). The adventure will be full of firsts for the participants: camping in tents, s’more-making, fishing, bird watching and more.
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Parks in Focus Trip in Michigan
Posted: 8/15/2011
Starting August 10, the Stewart L. Udall Parks in Focus program will commemorate its fifth year of connecting Michigan youth to nature through photography by leading 14 middle school youth on a photographic exploration of Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore and other scenic sites in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. Parks in Focus connects underserved youth to nature through the art of photography. The Udall Foundation not only provides digital cameras to the young participants to use and keep, but also trains program coordinators to execute active, weeklong, learning-intensive outings that explore national parks, wildlife refuges, and other public lands.
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New Parks in Focus Blog
Posted: 7/8/2011
The Stewart L. Udall Parks in Focus program has a new blog! It is located at http://parksinfocus.wordpress.com/. The blog will include information about the summer trips, showcase photos taken during the excursions, and feature commentary by participants, trip coordinators, and partners. You can subscribe to the blog and also follow the Parks in Focus program on Facebook or Twitter.
Roundtable on Collaborative Environmental Governance
Posted: 7/8/2011
On April 26, 2011 the Center for Environmental Policy and U.S. Institute for Environmental Conflict Resolution held the first of a planned series of Roundtables on Collaborative Environmental Governance. The video of the Roundtable can be found at the Center for Environmental Policy’s web site: http://www.american.edu/spa/cep/
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MEDIA ADVISORY
UDALL FOUNDATION, TRUENORTH COMMUNITY SERVICES & MECOSTA-OSCEOLA BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS KICK OFF THE 2011 SEASON OF PARKS IN FOCUS MICHIGAN
Posted: 6/23/2011
Starting June 20, the Stewart L. Udall Parks in Focus program will celebrate its fifth year of connecting Michigan youth to nature through photography by leading nine of its past participants on photographic exploration of one of the country’s least visited national parks: Isle Royale National Park. Parks in Focus connects underserved youth to nature through the art of photography. The Udall Foundation not only provides digital cameras to the young participants to use and keep, but also trains trip leaders to execute active, weeklong, learning-intensive outings that explore national parks, wildlife refuges, and other public lands.
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MEDIA ADVISORY -UDALL FOUNDATION AND BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF TUCSON
Posted: 6/18/2011
Starting June 20, the Stewart L. Udall Parks in Focus program will kick off its 2011 summer season with two outdoor immersion trips to northern Arizona with 24 Arizona youth from the Boys & Girls Clubs of Tucson. Parks in Focus connects underserved youth to nature through the art of photography. The Udall Foundation not only provides digital cameras to the young participants to use and keep, but also trains trip leaders to execute active, weeklong, learning-intensive outings that explore national parks, wildlife refuges, and other public lands.
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Indian Country Today Article About MRRIC
Posted: 6/7/2011
The Missouri River Recovery Implementation Committee (MRRIC) provides consensus-based recommendations and guidance to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service, the two agencies tasked with implementing the existing Missouri River recovery and mitigation plan and a congressionally authorized study of the ecosystem restoration, mitigation, and recovery of endangered species. The MRRIC is authorized by Congress and serves as a basin-wide collaborative forum to develop a shared vision and comprehensive plan for Missouri River recovery. It consists of Missouri River basin tribes, states and federal agencies, stakeholders and local government. The U.S. Institute provides impartial facilitation and consensus-building support to the 70-member committee. Indian Country Today recently published an article about tribal involvement in the MRRIC process.
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2011 Udall Fellows Announced
Posted: 5/11/2011
Terrence L. Bracy, Chairman of the Board of the Morris K. Udall and Stewart L. Udall Foundation, has announced that two Ph.D. candidates have been selected as 2011 Udall Dissertation Fellows. The Fellows were selected by an independent review committee of environmental scholars and professionals.
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The U.S. Institute for Environment Conflict Resolution seeks an experienced Program Associate/Senior Program Associate.
Posted: 4/26/2011
The U.S. Institute for Environmental Conflict Resolution (U.S. Institute) is a program of the Udall Foundation, an independent federal agency. The U.S. Institute is charged by Congress to assist all parties in resolving environmental, natural resources, and public lands conflicts involving the federal government. The U.S. Institute is seeking an experienced individual for a position of Program Associate or Senior Program Associate on the program staff. The successful applicant will join the staff in managing environmental conflict resolution (ECR) projects where contracted neutrals are the primary service providers.
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Parks in Focus Discussed on Michigan Radio
Posted: 4/18/2011
Michigan Radio, the public broadcasting company at the University of Michigan and National Public Radio affiliate station, recently ran a segment on Morning Edition about the Stewart L. Udall Parks in Focus program. A transcript of the segment can be accessed at http://news.michiganradio.org/post/children-focus-nature.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE — April 12, 2011
Posted: 4/12/2011
UDALL FOUNDATION ANNOUNCES 2011 UDALL SCHOLARS,
INCLUDING TEN PURSUING CAREERS IN TRIBAL POLICY AND HEALTH CARE
The Udall Foundation is pleased to announce 80 students from 61 colleges and universities have been selected as 2011 Udall Scholars. Of this group, 10 Scholars are Native American or Alaska Native students.
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - April 4, 2011
Posted: 4/5/2011
Udall Foundation Awards 2011 Native American Congressional Internships
The Udall Foundation is pleased to announce that 12 students from 12 tribes and nine universities have been selected as 2011 Native American Congressional Interns. They were selected by an independent review committee of nationally recognized Native educators and tribal policy leaders on the basis of academic achievement and a demonstrated commitment to careers in tribal public policy.
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UDALL FOUNDATION ANNOUNCES 2011 UDALL SCHOLARS
Posted: 4/1/2011
The Udall Foundation is pleased to announce 80 students from 61 colleges and universities have been selected as 2011 Udall Scholars. A 14-member independent review committee selected this year's group of Scholars on the basis of commitment to careers in the environment, health care or tribal public policy; leadership potential; and academic achievement. The review committee also awarded 50 Honorable Mentions.
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The U.S. Institute for Environment Conflict Resolution seeks an experienced Senior Program Manager/Facilitator or Program Manager/Facilitator.
Posted: 3/28/2011
The U.S. Institute for Environmental Conflict Resolution is a program of the Udall Foundation, an independent federal agency. It is charged by Congress to assist all parties in resolving environmental, natural resources, and public lands conflicts involving the federal government. The U.S. Institute is seeking an experienced and entrepreneurial individual for a Senior Program Manager/Facilitator or Program Manager/Facilitator position on the program staff. The successful applicant will manage environmental collaboration and conflict resolution projects where contracted neutrals are the primary service providers, and will also provide direct mediation and/or facilitation services as appropriate.
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Parks in Focus in the Arizona Daily Star
Posted: 3/7/2011
On March 7, 2011, Executive Director Ellen Wheeler published a guest opinion in the Arizona Daily Star entitled "Parks in Focus program teaches kids photography, outdoor adventure."
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New Exhibit and Lecture Series at the University of Arizona Honors Stewart L. Udall’s Legacy
Posted: 1/31/2011
A new exhibit and lecture series at the University of Arizona’s Special Collections commemorates Stewart L. Udall’s legacy. Also on display are photographs from the Stewart L. Udall Parks in Focus Program, which takes young people into national and state parks to inspire appreciation for the beauty of national parks through photography. For his commitment to conservation and national parks, the Parks in Focus Program was renamed for Stewart Udall in 2009.
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Statement by Ellen Wheeler of the Udall Foundation
Posted: 1/12/2011
"Our thoughts are with those impacted by the recent tragedy in our community. We extend our sincere condolences to all of the victims and the families and friends of those who were killed or injured." Ellen Wheeler, Executive Director, Udall Foundation
Udall Scholar Writes Book
Posted: 11/4/2010
Jared Duval, Udall Scholar ’03 and ’04, has written a book entitled Next Generation Democracy: What the Open-Source Revolution Means for Power, Politics, and Change, which will be published on November 9, 2010.
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TUCSON REI AND THE UDALL FOUNDATION ANNOUNCE UPCOMING PHOTO EXHIBIT AND OPEN HOUSE
Posted: 9/21/2010
Tucson REI and the Morris K. and Stewart L. Udall Foundation are pleased to announce a photo exhibit and open house featuring images taken by middle-school youth from Boys & Girls Clubs during trips to national parks and surrounding areas as part of the Stewart L. Udall Parks in Focus program. Tucson youth who participated in the program will be featured.
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ETHERTON GALLERY, BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF TUCSON AND UDALL FOUNDATION ANNOUNCE UPCOMING ART EXHIBIT
Posted: 9/13/2010
The Etherton Gallery, Boys & Girls Clubs of Tucson and the Morris K. and Stewart L. Udall Foundation are pleased to announce a photographic art exhibit featuring images taken by middle-school youth during trips to the Grand Canyon and surrounding areas as part of the Stewart L. Udall Parks in Focus program.
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Training for Environmental Leaders at Cavallo Point
Posted: 8/27/2010
We invite decision-makers on environmental issues to participate in a special offering of a three day training, Collaboration Skills for Environmental Leaders, at Cavallo Point – the Lodge at the Golden Gate on the San Francisco Bay. The U.S. Institute for Environmental Conflict Resolution in partnership with the Institute at the Golden Gate and the National Park Service will deliver this training November 2-4, 2010.
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - August 12, 2010
Posted: 8/17/2010
Upcoming Stewart L. Udall Parks in Focus Trip in Maine with Boston Youth
There will be a change of scenery for 12 Boston area youth as they go on a photographic journey to Acadia National Park in Maine this summer– a first
for many of them.
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - August 9, 2010
Posted: 8/11/2010
Stewart L. Udall Parks in Focus Trip in Washington
There will be a change of scenery for 12 Washington youth as they go on a photographic journey to Olympic National Park – a first for many of them.
The students, who will be armed with digital cameras, are participating in the Stewart L. Udall Parks in Focus program, which gives young
environmental leaders (Udall scholarship alumni) the opportunity to pass their knowledge to participants who might never have seen a national park or
spent time exploring a wilderness area.
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Upcoming Grand Canyon in Focus
Posted: 7/20/2010
In late July 2010, 12 Arizona youth will get a once in a lifetime opportunity to explore Grand Canyon National Park with some of our country's most enthusiastic outdoor leaders and photography professionals. The students, selected from a larger group of youth who joined the Stewart L. Udall Parks in Focus program in early June, will spend a week immersed in hands on environmental education and photography activities during Grand Canyon in Focus, a program created through a Udall Foundation and Grand Canyon National Park partnership. Participants will take the lessons learned during a first excursion to several parks in Northern Arizona and apply them to more extensive hikes into the canyon, sunset photography sessions with renowned photographer Gary Ladd, and even a float trip down a stretch of the Colorado River. The group will learn to cook healthy campfire meals and spend each night sleeping under the stars.
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Udall legacy to Indian country – Indian Country Today
Posted: 6/28/2010
On June 20, more than 500 people gathered for a touching tribute to Stewart L. Udall, who passed away March 20, 2010. At the “Celebration of Life” memorial service held on the Santa Fe Indian School campus in New Mexico, Stewart’s children spent the first Father’s Day since his passing remembering their dad.
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First Ever Stewart L. Udall Parks in Focus Trip in Georgia
Posted: 6/14/2010
There will be a change of scenery for 12 Georgia youths as they go on a camping trip to public lands in Georgia – a first for many of them. The students, who will be armed with digital cameras, are participating in the Stewart L. Udall Parks in Focus program, which gives young environmental leaders (Udall scholarship alumni) the opportunity to pass their knowledge to children who might never have seen a national park or spent time exploring a wilderness area.
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The Secretary's Wild Horse and Burro Initiative: A Plan for Public Engagement
Posted: 6/3/2010
In the nearly 40 years since the passage of the Wild Free-Roaming Horses and Burros Act, the Department of the Interior’s Bureau of Land Management has had primary responsibility for managing these iconic symbols of the American West. However, the program has proven controversial, with many interest groups, from horse enthusiasts, animal welfare and wildlife advocates, ranchers, and local governments expressing strong opinions about how best to protect the wild horses and burros, the public land, and its natural resources.
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Innovation in Technology and ECR Award
Posted: 6/2/2010
The U.S. Institute for Environmental Conflict Resolution (the U.S. Institute) is pleased to announce the recipients of the first "Innovation in Technology and Environmental Conflict Resolution (ECR) Award." The award is designed to promote and recognize cutting-edge applications of new technologies within collaborative environmental processes. The award is in line with the Administration's Open Government Initiative, and the U.S. Institute's mission to increase the appropriate and effective use of ECR.
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Upcoming Stewart L. Udall Parks in Focus Trips in Arizona
Posted: 6/1/2010
The first week in June will be a change of scenery for 22 Arizona youths as they go on a camping trip to northern Arizona – a first for many of them. The students, who will be armed with digital cameras, are participating in the Stewart L. Udall Parks in Focus program, which gives young environmental leaders (Udall scholarship alumni) the opportunity to pass their knowledge to children who might never have seen a national park or spent time exploring a wilderness area.
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - May 26, 2010
Posted: 5/26/2010
Upcoming Stewart L. Udall Parks in Focus Trip in Arizona
Apache Junction Youth to Travel to Grand Canyon; Many for First Time
The first week in June will be a change of scenery for 12 Apache Junction youths as they go on a camping trip to northern Arizona – a first for many
of them. The students, who will be armed with digital cameras, are participating in the Stewart L. Udall Parks in Focus program, which gives young environmental
leaders (Udall scholarship alumni) the opportunity to pass their knowledge to children who might never have seen a national park or spent time exploring
a wilderness area.
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- May 6, 2010
Posted: 5/6/2010
2010 UDALL FELLOWS ANNOUNCED
Terrence L. Bracy, Chairman of the Board of the Morris K. Udall and Stewart L. Udall Foundation, has announced that two Ph.D. candidates have been selected as 2010 Udall Dissertation Fellows. The Fellows were selected by an independent review committee of environmental scholars and professionals.
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - April 12, 2010
Posted: 4/12/2010
UDALL FOUNDATION AWARDS 2010 NATIVE AMERICAN CONGRESSIONAL INTERNSHIPS IN WASHINGTON, D.C.
Terry Bracy, Chair of the Board of Trustees for the Morris K. Udall and Stewart L. Udall Foundation, has announced that 12 students from 11 tribes and nine universities have been selected as 2010 Native American Congressional Interns. They were selected by an independent review committee of nationally recognized Native American educators and tribal policy leaders on the basis of demonstrated commitment to careers in tribal public policy and academic achievement.
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - April 8, 2010
Posted: 4/8/2010
UDALL FOUNDATION ANNOUNCES 2010 UDALL SCHOLARS
The Morris K. Udall and Stewart L. Udall Foundation is pleased to announce 80 students from 63 colleges and universities have been selected as 2010
Udall Scholars. A 14-member independent review committee selected this year's group of Scholars on the basis of commitment to careers in the environment,
health care or tribal public policy; leadership potential; and academic achievement. The review committee also awarded 50 Honorable Mentions.
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - April 6, 2010
Posted: 4/5/2010
UDALL FOUNDATION BEGINS A PILOT PARTNERSHIP WITH
THE NATIONAL PARK SERVICE TO EXPAND THE
STEWART L. UDALL PARKS IN FOCUS PROGRAM
In 2010, the Udall Foundation and the National Park Service will begin a pilot partnership to expand the Udall Foundation’s Stewart L. Udall Parks
in Focus Program to include components of the National Trails System.
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The Morris K. Udall and Stewart L. Udall Foundation Tribal Plan in Furtherance of President Barack Obama's November 5, 2009 Memorandum on Tribal Consultation
Posted: 3/31/2010
The Udall Foundation submitted to OMB a tribal plan outlining the Foundation's mission and programs that support meaningful engagement of tribal nations.
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Stewart Udall Dies at age 90
Posted: 3/20/2010
“Today Stewart L. Udall departed from the Earth he loved so much, but his spirit will always be with us. His legacy of honor and conservation of the land is a gift to every generation and every part of America. The Udall Foundation is both humbled and proud to carry his work forward.”
Terry L. Bracy, Chair of the Board of Trustees, Udall Foundation
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Missouri River Ecosystem Restoration Plan (MRERP) Civic Engagement Meetings held throughout Missouri River Basin
Posted: 2/19/2010
In mid 2009, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) requested the independent and impartial assistance of the U.S. Institute for Environmental Conflict Resolution in planning, designing, and implementing efforts to build collaborative opportunities with public stakeholders into the development of the Missouri River Ecosystem Restoration Plan (MRERP).
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Posted: 1/20/2010
MILTON BLUEHOUSE, JR., TO JOIN UDALL FOUNDATION'S
U.S. INSTITUTE FOR ENVIRONMENTAL CONFLICT RESOLUTION
Milton Bluehouse, Jr., an intergovernmental relations specialist on tribal environmental issues
and member of the Navajo Nation, is joining the Udall Foundation's U.S. Institute for Environmental Conflict
Resolution beginning on February 16, 2010. Bluehouse’s primary duties will relate to the work of the U.S. Institute for
Environmental Conflict Resolution's Native Dispute Resolution Network, intercultural and intergovernmental training, and
consensus building services on matters involving Native nations and federal agencies.
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Posted: 12/22/2009
SUZANNE ORENSTEIN TO BECOME DIRECTOR OF THE
UDALL FOUNDATION'S WASHINGTON, D.C., OFFICE
Suzanne Orenstein, a well known environmental conflict resolution practitioner and manager, has been named to head the Udall Foundation's new Washington, D.C., office beginning on January 4, 2010. Orenstein’s primary duties will relate to the work of the U.S. Institute for Environmental Conflict Resolution, a major Udall Foundation program.
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Innovation in Technology and ECR
Posted: 12/8/2009
Award Announcement
Nominations are now being accepted for the first "Innovation in Technology and ECR" Award. The award will recognize new and innovative applications of technologies within collaborative environmental processes. The Award will be presented at the U.S. Institute for Environmental Conflict Resolution’s ECR 2010 conference to be held in May 2010 in Tucson, Arizona. Nominated projects will also be featured in an "Innovations Gallery" during the event.
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - NOVEMBER 23, 2009
Posted: 11/23/2009
UDALL FOUNDATION HONORS STEWART L. UDALL
On November 13, the Udall Foundation honored former Secretary of the Interior Stewart Udall and celebrated the addition of his name to the Foundation. Click “read more” to view a video of the event.
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - NOVEMBER 13, 2009
Posted: 11/16/2009
UDALL FOUNDATION DEDICATES ITS PARKS IN FOCUS PROGRAM
TO STEWART L. UDALL
The Udall Foundation has dedicated its Parks in Focus program to Stewart L. Udall, it was announced Friday, November 13, 2009, in recognition of his commitment to conservation and national parks. The program will be known as the Stewart L. Udall Parks in Focus Program. During his tenure as Secretary of the Interior, he oversaw the addition of four parks, six national monuments, eight seashores and lakeshores, nine recreation areas, 20 historic sites and 56 wildlife refuges to the National Park system.
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - November 3, 2009
Posted: 11/4/2009
PRESIDENT SIGNS INTO LAW S. 1818 TO ENHANCE THE UDALL FOUNDATION AND HONOR STEWART L. UDALL
EVENT PLANNED TO HONOR STEWART L. UDALL
Today, President Barack Obama signed into law S. 1818, to enhance the Udall Foundation and simultaneously honor one of the great public servants and foremost environmental visionaries of the era, Stewart L. Udall. The law renames the agency the Morris K. Udall and Stewart L. Udall Foundation, in recognition of the historic Interior Secretary's contributions to this country.
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MARK YOUR CALENDARS!
Sixth National ECR Conference to be held May 25-27, 2010, in Tucson
Posted: 10/22/2009
The U.S. Institute for Environmental Conflict Resolution, a program of the Udall Foundation, will host its sixth national ECR Conference in Tucson, Arizona, on May 25-27, 2010. The conference will be held at Loews Ventana Canyon Resort, nestled in the foothills of the Catalina Mountains. Training events, panel workshops and associated meetings will take place throughout the week of May 24-28, 2010, leading into Memorial Day weekend. Mark your calendar now and plan to bring the entire family!
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CONGRESS ENACTS LEGISLATION TO ENHANCE THE UDALL FOUNDATION AND HONOR STEWART L. UDALL
Posted: 10/21/2009
Today, Congress enacted legislation to enhance the Udall Foundation, located in Tucson, Arizona, and simultaneously honor one of the great public servants and foremost environmental visionaries of the era, Stewart L. Udall.
The bill renames the federal agency the Morris K. Udall and Stewart L. Udall Foundation, in recognition of the historic Interior Secretary's contributions.
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National Cybersecurity Awareness Month
Posted: 10/19/2009
To help raise awareness among all Americans of online threats, October has been designated National Cybersecurity Awareness Month and we've exposed some of the most common cyber threats in previous blog posts. President Obama continues these efforts in the video below by explaining the importance of cybersecurity and strategies you can take to protect yourself online. To learn more about the strategies mentioned in the video, visit OnGuardOnline.gov and DHS.gov/Cyber.
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Technology and ECR: National Strategic Planning Session
Posted: 10/5/2009
Technology and ECR: National Strategic Planning Session - summary report now available. In May 2009 the US Institute hosted a planning session to explore the growing interest in incorporating technology based tools into collaborative environmental processes. The session drew a wide variety of participants who worked to develop key recommendations and initiatives to direct the energy and interest in this area. Download the summary report here. To learn more visit the Technology and ECR website.
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ECR2010 CALL FOR SESSION PROPOSALS NOW OPEN!
Posted: 9/22/2009
The U.S. Institute for Environmental Conflict Resolution of the Udall Foundation invites you to share your knowledge at the sixth national conference, ECR2010, May 25-27, 2010, at the
Loews Ventana Canyon Resort, in Tucson, Arizona. The U.S. Institute is now accepting proposals from session organizers for concurrent breakout presentations, panel sessions, facilitated roundtable discussions and training workshops. The deadline to submit proposals is Friday, October 23, 2009.
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THE NATIONAL CENTER FOR AMERICAN INDIAN ENTERPISE DEVELOPMENT TO RECOGNIZE 40 UNDER 40 RECIPIENTS AT 2009 INPRO
Posted: 9/8/2009
Congratulations to former Udall Foundation Native American Congressional Interns - Gabe Galanda (Udall Intern 1998), Jeremy Marshall (Udall Intern 2002), Clara Pratte (Udall Intern 2003) - for being honored by the National Center for American Indian Enterprise Development in the group of 40 existing and emerging American Indian professionals under the age of 40.
MESA, AZ. August 24, 2009 – In celebration of their 40th anniversary year, the National Center for American Indian Enterprise Development (NCAIED) will honor 40 existing and emerging American Indian professionals under the age of 40 at the black-tie Native American 40 Under 40 Recognition Reception to be held at this year’s 2009 Indian Progress in Business Event (INPRO) in Tulsa, OK, on September 18.
The “Native American 40 Under 40” award winners are young American Indian professionals from across the nation who have demonstrated leadership, initiative, and dedication to achieve impressive and significant contributions in their businesses, communities, and to Indian Country.
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Morris K. Udall Foundation
Program Manager, Native American Congressional Internship Program and Native American Recruiting
Posted: 8/31/2009
Full-time position based in Tucson, Arizona.
Brief description:
The Udall Foundation's Native American Congressional Internship Program is a ten-week, summer internship for Native Americans and Alaska Natives in Washington, D.C. Interns work in Senate and House offices and federal agencies to gain an insider's view of the federal government. The program provides interns with opportunities to research legislative issues important to tribal communities; exposure to resources available in Washington, DC, for legislative research and tribal policy development; and opportunities to network with key public officials, agency officials, and national tribal advocacy organizations.
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - August 26, 2009
Posted: 8/26/2009
NATIONAL PARKS FAMILY EXPO ON AUGUST 29, 2009
TO INCLUDE PARKS IN FOCUS DIGITAL STORIES
On Saturday, August 29, 2009, Arizona Public Media, the Udall Foundation, Friends of Saguaro National Park, the Grand Canyon National Park, and the Western National Parks Association will be hosting the National Parks Family Expo. It is free and open to the public and there will be activities and interactive displays encouraging people to visit and enjoy the U.S. national parks. The Expo runs from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. on the grounds of Centennial Hall on the University of Arizona campus.
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - AUGUST 14, 2009
Posted: 8/14/2009
UPCOMING PARKS IN FOCUS TRIP IN NEW JERSEY
Since 1999, Parks in Focus has been connecting underserved youth to nature through the art of photography. With the help of trained Udall Scholarship alumni leaders, the Morris K. Udall Foundation organizes week-long trips to introduce members of local Boys & Girls Clubs, many of whom have never before left their communities, to some of the most beautiful natural landscapes in the country. The Foundation provides digital cameras to the young participants to use and keep and teaches the basics of photography, ecology, and conservation while exploring national parks, wildlife refuges, and other public lands.
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For Immediate Release- August 14, 2009
Posted: 8/14/2009
UPCOMING PARKS IN FOCUS TRIP IN MAINE
Since 1999, Parks in Focus has been connecting underserved youth to nature through the art of photography. With the help of trained Udall Scholarship alumni leaders, the Morris K. Udall Foundation organizes week-long trips to introduce members of local Boys & Girls Clubs, many of whom have never before left their communities, to some of the most beautiful natural landscapes in the country. The Foundation provides digital cameras to the young participants to use and keep and teaches the basics of photography, ecology, and conservation while exploring national parks, wildlife refuges, and other public lands.
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News Release - For Immediate Release - July 30, 2009
Posted: 7/30/2009
UDALL FOUNDATION HOSTS ORIENTATION
IN TUCSON, ARIZONA, FOR THE 2009 UDALL SCHOLAR CLASS
From August 5-9, 2009, 80 students from 66 colleges and universities will assemble in Tucson, Arizona for an orientation of the 2009 Udall Scholars. This strong class of Udall Scholars was selected from among 515 candidates nominated by 233 colleges and universities. Seventy Scholars intend to pursue careers related to the environment. Six Native American/Alaska Native Scholars intend to pursue careers in tribal public policy; four Native American/Alaska Native Scholars will study healthcare.
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - JULY 16, 2009
Posted: 7/16/2009
UPCOMING PARKS IN FOCUS TRIP IN WASHINGTON
Since 1999, Parks in Focus has been connecting underserved youth to nature through the art of photography. With the help of trained Udall Scholarship alumni leaders, the Morris K. Udall Foundation organizes week-long trips to introduce members of local Boys & Girls Clubs, many of whom have never before left their communities, to some of the most beautiful natural landscapes in the country. The Foundation provides digital cameras to the young participants to use and keep and teaches the basics of photography, ecology, and conservation while exploring national parks, wildlife refuges, and other public lands.
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National Assessment of Travel Management Planning by the USDA Forest Service: Challenges, Recommendations, and Best Practices for Public Involvement
Posted: 7/1/2009
At the request of the USDA Forest Service, the US Institute recently contracted with the Institute for Environmental Negotiation (University of Virginia) to undertake an independent assessment of the Forest Service’s travel management planning process. The assessment analyzes the agency’s experience to date, and offers specific recommendations to Forest Service personnel as they work to complete travel management planning efforts throughout the national forest system. The report also provides valuable insights and guidance to those citizens who are engaged as members of the public in these planning processes. Drawing on lessons from individual projects, the report identifies key issues and challenges that are common to travel management planning efforts, with each issue and challenge serving as the basis for specific recommendations. The assessment is based principally on discussions with leaders representing key stakeholder groups, including motorized recreation, non-motorized recreation, conservation, Forest Service staff, and local government.
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Position Announcement
Program Manager, Native American and Alaska Native Program Morris K. Udall Foundation
U.S. Institute for Environmental Conflict Resolution
Posted: 6/12/2009
The U.S. Institute for Environmental Conflict Resolution (U.S. Institute) is a program of the Morris K. Udall Foundation, a federal agency dedicated to honoring the legacy of the late Congressman Udall in consensus-building, environmental policy and Native American affairs. The U.S. Institute was created by Congress as an impartial, non-partisan service organization to assist in resolving environmental, natural resources, and public lands conflicts involving the federal government. It is located in Tucson, Arizona, and works nationally in a variety of program areas, drawing on its national referral resources. The U.S. Institute is funded by a combination of appropriations and revenues generated by its services. See www.ecr.gov for more information on the U.S. Institute. The U.S. Institute seeks to expand its Native American and Alaska Native Program with the addition of a Program Manager.
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Position Announcement: Director, Washington Office U.S. Institute for Environmental Conflict Resolution Morris K. Udall Foundation
Posted: 6/5/2009
The U.S. Institute for Environmental Conflict Resolution (U.S. Institute) is a program of the Morris K. Udall Foundation, an independent federal agency created to honor the late Congressman Udall in consensus-building, environmental policy, and Native American affairs.The U.S. Institute was created by Congress as an impartial, non-partisan service organization to assist in resolving environmental, natural resources, and public lands conflicts involving the federal government. It is located in Tucson, Arizona, and works nationally in a variety of program areas, drawing on its national roster of qualified environmental mediators and facilitators. The U.S. Institute is funded by a combination of appropriations and revenues generated by its services. See www.ecr.gov for more information on the Institute.
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ECR 2.0 Workshop
Posted: 6/1/2009
On May 6 - 8, the US Institute for Environmental Conflict Resolution hosted a national strategic planning session - Technology in Environmental Conflict Resolution (ECR) - in Tucson, AZ. The event brought together thought leaders, technology specialists, and ECR practitioners with experience and mutual appreciation for the value technology can bring to ECR processes - and for what ECR can bring to the development of future technologies. Great progress was made toward the goal to develop a shared vision for integrating new technologies into ECR best practices to support transparency, collaboration, effective partnerships, and improved decision making in ECR. The Session included an introductory Technology Fair presenting innovative applications of technology to ECR programs, with interactive exhibits, demonstrations, and mini-trainings, followed by one and a half days of working sessions to develop the national strategic plan. For further information about the Technology in ECR National Strategic Planning Session, go to: https://sites.google.com/site/techecr/
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UPCOMING PARKS IN FOCUS TRIPS IN ARIZONA
Posted: 6/1/2009
Since 1999, Parks in Focus has been connecting underserved youth to nature through the art of photography. With the help of trained Udall Scholarship alumni leaders, the Morris K. Udall Foundation organizes week-long trips to introduce members of local Boys & Girls Clubs, many of whom have never before left their communities, to some of the most beautiful natural landscapes in the country. The Foundation provides digital cameras to the young participants to use and keep and teaches the basics of photography, ecology, and conservation while exploring national parks, wildlife refuges, and other public lands.
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Remarks of Secretary Salazar at the Opening Reception of the Parks in Focus Exhibit at the Department of the Interior Museum on April 20, 2009 (As Prepared for Delivery)
Posted: 5/31/2009
Almost exactly three floors above us, there is an office once occupied by a biologist and writer for the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Her name was Rachel Carson. In an essay published in 1956, she wrote the following words about the importance of getting children into the great outdoors.
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2009 UDALL FELLOWS ANNOUNCED
Posted: 5/15/2009
Terrence L. Bracy, Chairman of the Board of the Morris K. Udall Foundation, has announced that two Ph.D. candidates have been selected as 2009 Udall Dissertation Fellows. The Fellows were selected by an independent review committee of environmental scholars and professionals.
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - APRIL 23, 2009
AGREEMENT REACHED ON GRAZING RECOMMENDATIONS ON THE FISHLAKE NATIONAL FOREST: PARTIES REACH AGREEMENT ON MANAGEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS FOR THE TUSHAR GRAZING COLLABORATION
Posted: 4/23/2009
For the past two years, the Grand Canyon Trust and Utah Farm Bureau have co-sponsored an effort to resolve outstanding disputes related to two of eight cattle grazing allotments on the Tushar Mountain Range in the Beaver Ranger District, Fishlake National Forest, Utah. In March 2009, the USDA Forest Service, permittees, representatives of environmental groups, and other interested parties reached agreement on revisions to the Ten Mile and Pine Creek/Sulphurbeds Allotments.
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Sullivan Creek Project Negotiation Team Fifth Mediated Session
Posted: 4/15/2009
On April 1 and 2, 2009, the fifth mediated session of the settlement negotiation team for the surrender of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) license for the Sullivan Creek Hydroelectric Project met in Spokane, Washington. The negotiation team, which is made up of a mix of state and federal agencies, non-governmental organizations, the Pend Oreille Public Utility District, local officials, and representatives of the local community, is working with the help of the U.S. Institute for Environmental Conflict Resolution to find options for resolving the issues for surrender of the Project license.
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - April 14, 2009
Posted: 4/14/2009
JOHN LESHY, THE HARRY D. SUNDERLAND DISTINGUISHED PROFESSOR OF REAL PROPERTY LAW AT UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA HASTINGS COLLEGE OF LAW TO SPEAK TO THE MORRIS K. UDALL FOUNDATION BOARD OF TRUSTEES AND GUESTS ON THURSDAY, APRIL 16, 2009
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - APRIL 6, 2009
Posted: 4/6/2009
THE MORRIS K. UDALL FOUNDATION ANNOUNCES THE 2009 UDALL SCHOLARS
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Grand Canyon National Park Launches New Youth Program with New Partners
Posted: 4/2/2009
Grand Canyon, Ariz. - Grand Canyon National Park and the Morris K. Udall Foundation (Udall Foundation), an independent federal agency based in Tucson, Arizona, recently formalized their partnership when they signed a Memorandum of Understanding in January 2009. The two organizations have collaborated since 1999 through a program known as Parks in Focus, which exposes middle school children to the natural environment through photography while on educational trips to national parks and other public lands. With their new partnership the two organizations hope to increase collaboration and expand the educational program opportunities at Grand Canyon National Park to reach more youth from Arizona.
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Legislation Introduced to Enhance Udall Foundation and Honor Stewart L. Udall
Posted: 3/31/2009
Legislation was introduced yesterday in the U.S. House and Senate that would authorize additional resources for the programs of the Morris K. Udall Foundation, a federal agency based in Tucson, while honoring Stewart L. Udall, former Secretary of the Interior.
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Arizona Illustrated Interview
Posted: 3/20/2009
On February 2, 2009, Bill Buckmaster of Arizona Illustrated hosted a segment on the Morris K. Udall Foundation. Buckmaster interviewed Terrence L. Bracy, Chair of the Board of Trustees, and Ellen Wheeler, Executive Director, about the Foundation's role with the new Obama Administration and pending legislation to expand the role of the Foundation in the future.
http://tv.azpm.org/kuat/segments/2009/2/2/kuat-udall-foundation/
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Posted: 3/19/2009
For Further Information Contact: Libby Washburn (520) 901-8506 or Colin Ben (520) 901-8568
MORRIS K. UDALL FOUNDATION AWARDS 2009 NATIVE AMERICAN CONGRESSIONAL INTERNSHIPS IN WASHINGTON, D.C.
Terrence L. Bracy, Chair of the Board of Trustees for the Morris K. Udall Foundation, has announced that 13 students from 10 tribes and 9 universities have been selected as 2009 Native American Congressional Interns. They were selected by an independent review committee of nationally recognized Native American educators and tribal policy leaders on the basis of demonstrated commitment to careers in tribal public policy and academic achievement. The Foundation received a record number of applicants this year and this group of interns represents one of the strongest classes the Udall Foundation has seen since starting the program in 1996.
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Sullivan Creek Project Negotiation Team Third mediated Session
Posted: 2/15/2009
On February 4 and 5, 2009, the third mediated session of the settlement negotiation team for the surrender of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) license for the Sullivan Creek Hydroelectric Project met in Spokane, Washington. The negotiation team, which is made up of a mix of state and federal agencies, non-governmental organizations, the public utility district, local officials, and representatives of the local community, is working with the help of the U.S. Institute for Environmental Conflict Resolution to find options for resolving the issues for surrendering of the Project license.
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MORRIS K. UDALL FOUNDATION AND FIRST ALASKANS INSTITUTE RENEW PARTNERSHIP TO BENEFIT YOUNG ALASKA NATIVE LEADERS
Posted: 12/20/2008
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact Libby Washburn at 520.901.8506 or Washburn@udall.gov for additional information
The Morris K. Udall Foundation has entered into another partnership with First Alaskans Institute to increase Alaska Native participation in the Udall Foundation's Native American Congressional Internship Program.
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"Best Practices for Stakeholder Engagement in Water Resources Planning"
Posted: 12/20/2008
University of Arizona Student Union Memorial Center Ballroom
Tuesday, March 17, 2009
The Water Resources Research Center at The University of Arizona, the Morris K. Udall Foundation, and the Arizona Water Institute will be co-hosting a conference entitled Best Practices for Stakeholder Engagement in Water Resource Planning on March 17, 2009.
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Press Release
Posted: 10/17/2008
Mark Schaefer accepts leadership of the US Institute for the Environmental Conflict Resolution
Mark Schaefer, who has held high-level science and environmental policy positions in the federal and nonprofit sectors, has been named to head the Tucson-based U.S. Institute for Environmental Conflict Resolution (U.S. Institute). Schaefer's title will be deputy executive director for environmental conflict resolution of the Morris K. Udall Foundation, which is the parent agency for the U.S. Institute.
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Press Release
Posted: 4/8/2008
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
For Further Information Contact:
Melissa Millage (520) 901-8562
2008 Udall Scholars Announced
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Press Release
Posted: 4/8/2008
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
For Further Information Contact:
Colin Ben (520) 901-8568
Morris K. Udall Foundation Awards 2008 Native American Congressional Internships in Washington, DC.
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Posted: 5/14/2007
For Further Information Contact:
Jane Curlin (520) 901-8565
2007 Udall Fellows Announced
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Press Release
Posted: 4/20/2007
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
For Further Information Contact: Colin Ben (520) 901-8568
Morris K. Udall Foundation Awards 2007 Native American Congressional Internships in Washington, DC.
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Press Release
Posted: 4/5/2007
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
For Further Information Contact: Melissa Millage (520) 901-8562
2007 Udall Scholars Announced
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C-Span to air talks by Mark and Tom Udall
Posted: 11/14/2006
C-Span will air remarks by Congressmen Mark Udall (D-CO) and Tom Udall (D-NM) on its "American Perspectives" program. The program was filmed at the 2006 Scholar Orientation in Tucson, Arizona, during the Launch of the Foundation's Ten-Year Celebration of Public Service. The congressmen spoke on the importance of public service and participated in a question and answer session moderated by Foundation Chair Terry Bracy.
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"Celebration of Service" kicks off at Scholar Orientation
Posted: 9/26/2006
The Foundation kicked off its year-long celebration of public service in Tucson on August 3, 2006, at its annual Scholar Orientation Weekend. Mo's family members, friends, and former staffers joined current Scholars and program alumni in paying tribute to a solid record of Udall public service, and to the continuing legacy. About 300 guests heard keynote talks by the two Udalls currently in Congress -- U.S. Rep. Mark Udall, D-CO, Morris Udall's son, and U.S. Rep. Tom Udall, D-NM, son of former Interior Secretary Stewart L. Udall. (Visit the site...)
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Our Ten-Year Celebration of Public Service
Posted: 8/1/2006
The Morris K. Udall Foundation will mark the 10th anniversary of its Education Programs through a yearlong series of public service projects nationwide, which will be created and carried out by current and past Udall Scholars, Interns and Fellows. This "Celebration of Public Service" is inspired by the legacy of Morris K. Udall, whose career was distinguished by civility, integrity and consensus and dedicated to the highest ideals of public service.
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