Looking for some inspiration

I just found out about this research opportunity a few days ago– and it’s due on March 9th!  $25,000 to carry out whatever project you would like, in your field of study.  Mine is Environmental Science and Southeast Asian Studies.

I am trying to build a proposal on environmental work in Vietnam– but confused and perplexed by the many possiblities (ie. wildlife trafficking, water quality, coal mining, etc).  I have also lost touch with the few contacts that may have been helpful in generating some ideas– so I need your input if you have any.
Gerard has agreed to be my mentor for the project and would like me to incorporate his EAP students to help out with it.  Any inspiration to offer me?

Stronach Award: http://ls.berkeley.edu/?q=node/212/

Update on Max and Family

Hi everyone,

Sorry it took so long for me to update what’s been going on what Max.  The truth is:  not much has happened, despite the organized efforts between a few people to help him and several dialogues with his family in the last month.  It’s been made clear that the family does not want anyone to take their dog out for walks, even when someone from Animal Control has offered to give names of volunteers.  What’s also evident but more subtle is that the family does care about Max and probably would not give him up, if someone offered to buy him (like I have done before).  The family claims to take Max out for walks “sometimes in the morning” (although I’m not convinced) and feels that this is appropriate.

There really has been efforts from different people to open up a more honest dialogue with his family, but nothing apparent has changed.  I have ideas of how people can continue pressuring the family to provide daily exercise for their dog, which is required by Berkeley law…but wanted to hear what you have to say first!  Please send suggestions and your thoughts my way.

And remember: If you do pass by Sacramento and Prince St, please say hello to Max.