Courses & Events

GEOL 599: Preparation for Professional Geology License Exams

This course is intended for geology graduates seeking professional geology licensure. The course reviews fundamental geologic concepts that are emphasized on the Association of State Boards of Geology (ASBOG) Fundamentals of Geology (FG) exam, but also may be used to prepare for the ASBOG Practice of Geology (PG) exam, or exams required to gain licensure in non-ASBOG states. To be eligible to apply for the ASBOG exam in Kansas, 30 hours of coursework in geology is required.

August 26, 2025 to October 7, 2025, Live Online Training

GEOL 556: Field Methods in Hydrology

The course offers an overview on basic field methods for characterization of hydrologic systems. Topics to be covered include physical and chemical characterization techniques, such as: how to measure water levels; perform single well and aquifer tests; unsaturated zone parameterization; inorganic, organic, isotopic, and dissolved gas characterization; groundwater-surface water characterization techniques, and geophysical techniques for hydrogeology.

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GEOL 557: Environmental Site Operations, Management, and Safety: HAZWOPER Health and Safety (OSHA-40) Standards Training

This course will introduce contaminant toxicology, hazard identification, site operations and management, and provide an overview of related regulations. It provides information related to environmental site management scopes of work, cost estimations, proposal generation, sub-contractor relationships, and budgets. Monitoring equipment, drum and container sampling, decontamination, and confined space designations will be presented. General safety hazards, personal protective equipment (PPE) and levels of PPE protection, drill rig safety, hazard communication and medical surveillance, and development of health & safety plans, will also be presented. Satisfies the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) 40-Hourrequirement with a culminating certificate. This course is taught each Spring Semester between January & March.

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GEOL 852: Introduction to Aquifer Parameter Testing

This course is a 4-week introduction to aquifer parameter testing methods, focusing specifically on pumping and slug testing. These methods are ubiquitously used to assess aquifers during environmental investigations. The course is hosted online with one mandatory field day, which will be held at the GEMS site in Lawrence, KS!This course is taught most summers.

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GEOL 853: Field and Lab Methods in Chemical Hydrogeology

This 1-hour course focuses on field and laboratory sampling techniques. It will cover topics related to soil, groundwater, and air sampling (for example, direct-push, sonic rig, and split spoon sampling), as well as low-flow sampling and the use of summa canisters. Though the majority of the course will be completed online, a mandatory field day will be held in Lawrence, KS on Sep 30th to put our new knowledge to use.

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ASLD 609: Practicum in American Sign Language Interpreting

This practicum requires field experience which may include observation, shadowing, teaming, professional responsibilities, duties, and/or activities (e.g., scheduling, preparation, invoicing, meetings, and in-service training) in authentic settings where interpreters are employed. A minimum of 90 hours will be direct provision of interpreting under the supervision of a certified interpreter. Discussion and analysis will occur with instructor and peers on-line and in-person throughout the semester. Students will consult with their advisor prior to enrolling in the course. Prerequisite: ASLD 603 Interpreting: Mediated Communications.

June 2, 2025 to July 25, 2025, Self-paced Online Training

ASLD 804: Interpreting: ASL to English

This course provides an introduction to real-time interpreting with an emphasis on ASL source materials through a lens of meaning-based analysis and co-construction of meaning. Students will come to understand and apply theories and engage in reflective practice. Students must have experience interpreting - either having completed interpreter training or be a working interpreter.This is a hands-on skill class - students will produce interpretations and engage in reflective practice through both self-assessment and peer assessment. A recording device and YouTube account are both required by the course.

This course is eligible for RID CEUs as Academic Coursework. Getting this course offered as a "sponsor initiated activity" is being explored.

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ASLD 805: Interpreting: English to ASL

This course provides an introduction to real-time interpreting with an emphasis on English source materials through a lens of meaning-based analysis and co-construction of meaning. Students will come to understand and apply theories and engage in reflective practice.

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ASLD 608/808: Interpreting Observation Practicum

This practicum requires a minimum of 50 hours of observation, shadowing, teaming, professional responsibilities, duties, and/or activities (e.g., scheduling, preparation, invoicing, meetings, and in-service training) in authentic settings where interpreters are employed. Discussion and analysis will occur with instructor and peers on-line and in-person throughout the semester. Prerequisite: instructor approval.

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ASLD 312: Intersectionality and Deaf Communities

This course brings students to the next level of understanding of the impact and role of various identities within the Deaf communities on the international and national levels, following the framework of intersectionality. Intersectionality conceptualizes the various identities, ethnicities, linguistic uses and experiences of persons, groups of people, or social problems in the world of deaf. Intersectionality looks at deaf people's overlapping identities and experiences in order to understand the complexity of prejudices they face due to their deaf, race, class, gender, sexual orientation, religion, and other identity markers.

This course is eligible for RID CEUs as Academic Coursework. Getting this course offered as a "sponsor initiated activity" is being explored.

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ASLD 428: Topics in Interpreting: Fundamentals Deaf Interpreting

This course provides the opportunity for experimentation with innovative course content and learning strategies in accordance with guidelines established by faculty. Topics include interpreting in specialized settings, current trends, etc. This course is offered at the 600 and 800 level with additional assignments at the 800 Level. Not open to students with credit in ASLD 638 if topic is the same. Prerequisite: ASLD 603 or ASLD 803, ASLD 604 or ASLD 804, ASLD 605 or ASLD 805 or instructor approval.

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Deaf-Hearing Team Interpreting in Action

Join us for a dynamic two-part workshop designed to deepen collaboration between Deaf and hearing interpreters. Friday evening will focus on foundational concepts through lectures and guided discussion, while Saturday offers hands-on practice in mock scenarios that bring those strategies to life.

This workshop is open to certified hearing interpreters and Deaf interpreters who are either certified or non-certified with some formal training. Our goal is to support stronger local collaboration, increase comfort and confidence in team interpreting, and create a space where interpreters can grow, connect, and learn from one another in an authentic and supportive environment.

Limited spots available. Click on the link below to register today!

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