Linking water leaders of today,
developing water leaders of tomorrow
The Universities Council on Water Resources (UCOWR) was founded in 1964 as an expansion of the Universities Council on Hydrology. UCOWR is a consortium of academic institutions and affiliates invested in water resources research, education, and outreach. Our inclusive organization values membership from research universities, undergraduate institutions, tribal colleges, historically black colleges and universities, and Hispanic-serving institutions.
Latest Journal Issue
#171—December 2020
Central Topic:
Challenges and Opportunities of International University Partnerships to Support Water Management
UCOWR News & Announcements
Sticky:Call for Nominations for UCOWR Board of Directors
October 9, 2020 – General
The Universities Council on Water Resources is pleased to announce the call for nominations for the 2021-2022 Board of Directors. The Call for Nominations is now open and we are seeking candidates for three open positions. Service on the Board of Directors of UCOWR is a fantastic leadership opportunity as you help guide, direct, and […]
Connecting Soil Health and Water Quality: Special Symposium
October 26, 2020 – Events
November 16th, 2020 Visit the Symposium YouTube playlist to view all of the presentations and the live panel discussion recording. We intuitively understand the link between soil and water, and researchers have demonstrated that land management practices impact water quality. Yet, soil health principles are underutilized for managing water resources. This symposium explored: What strategies […]
Job Announcement: Assistant Professor of Forest Ecosystem Services, Southern Illinois University Carbondale
September 18, 2020 – Jobs
Position Summary: The Forestry Program in the School of Agricultural Sciences at Southern Illinois University Carbondale seeks applicants for a full-time, 9-month, tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor, effective January 1, 2021. The new faculty member will collaborate with SIU Forestry colleagues as well as synergize with scientists in the College of […]
UCOWR President 2020 - 2021
2020-2021 UCOWR Board President Jonathan Yoder
Dr. Jonathan Yoder is the Director of the State of Washington Water Research Center and Distinguished Professor for Sustainable Development in the School of Economic Sciences at Washington State University. The UCOWR community is excited to welcome him as the current year President of our Board of Directors and have appreciated his ongoing engagement as a UCOWR delegate and UCOWR Board member over the years. Read Dr. Yoder's welcome message here.
In the Spotlight
November 2020 Spotlight—Dr. Lucas Gregory and the Texas Water Research Institute
Texas is a state of diverse landscapes and climates where the majority of land is privately owned and the population is increasingly urbanized. This presents challenges when discussing water and land resource management. Dr. Lucas Gregory and other Texas Water Resources Institute extension researchers and educators, several of whom grew up on Texas farms and ranches, recognize the need for pragmatic approaches that landowners can implement without undue burden.
UCOWR Membership
Membership Benefits Include:
- Reduced publication fees and access to the Journal of Contemporary Water Research & Education, the only peer-reviewed water resource journal focused on applied research, policy, education, and extension.
- Discounts for our dynamic UCOWR/NIWR Annual Conference featuring career development, skill building, and research exposure.
- Connection to a growing network of over 65 institutions nationwide who are leading the way in water research, education, and policy.
- Opportunity to serve as a UCOWR delegate and have a voice in the governance of UCOWR (1 lead delegate and up to 7 additional voting delegates).
- Eligibility to make nominations for UCOWR Board of Directors.
- Eligibility to make nominations for annual UCOWR Awards.
- Opportunity to be recognized for outstanding career achievements through our prestigious annual awards and scholarships.
- Opportunity to receive a scholarship for a graduate student (from your institution) to attend the WaterSmart Innovations Conference through our partnership with Southern Nevada Water Authority.
- Advertisement of graduate assistantships and other student opportunities via our website.
Membership can be purchased in four levels:
- Annual: $450
- Two years: $850
- Three Years: $1200
- Permanent: $9000
Membership is based on the fiscal year: July 1 – June 30.
For additional information, call Staci at UCOWR at (618) 536-7571 or email ucowr@siu.edu.
Membership Benefits Include:
- Reduced publication fees and access to the Journal of Contemporary Water Research & Education, the only peer-reviewed water resource journal focused on applied research, policy, education, and extension (8 copies for small organizations, 16 for medium organizations, 32 for large organizations and 64 for very large organizations).
- Discount on registration fee for our dynamic UCOWR/NIWR Annual Conference featuring career development, skill building, and research exposure for all your organization’s staff.
- Connection to a growing network of over 65 institutions nationwide who are leading the way in water research, education, and policy.
- Opportunity to be recognized for outstanding career achievements through our prestigious annual awards and scholarships.
Membership rates:
Small Organizations (1–99 employees):
- Annual: $450
- 2-years: $850
- 3-years: $1200
Medium Organizations (100–999 employees):
- Annual: $1000
- 2-years: $1900
- 3-years: $2700
Large Organizations (1000–9999 employees):
- Annual: $2000
- 2-years: $3800
- 3-years: $5400
Very Large Organizations (10000+ employees):
- Annual: $4000
- 2-years: $7600
- 3-years: $10800
Membership is based on the July 1 – June 30 fiscal year.
For additional information call UCOWR at 618-536-7571 or email ucowr@siu.edu.
Membership Benefits Include:
- Reduced publication fees and access to the Journal of Contemporary Water Research & Education, the only peer-reviewed water resource journal focused on applied research, policy, education, and extension.
- Discount on registration fee for our dynamic UCOWR/NIWR Annual Conference featuring career development, skill building, and research exposure.
- Connection to a growing network of over 65 institutions nationwide who are leading the way in water research, education, and policy.
- Opportunity to be recognized for outstanding career achievements through our prestigious annual awards and scholarships.
Individual Membership Dues
- Domestic: $100
- Foreign: $120
