Applications open for UNM Earth science data program
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The University of New Mexico is calling all people interested in environmental science. The Earth and Planetary Sciences Department is now accepting applications for its free, week-long program introducing people to earth science data analysis and exploring the variety of careers in the field.
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Also known as ESCAPE, the program is in its fourth year and will run from August 4-8 at Northrop Hall. The deadline to apply is June 15.
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