REthink Collection Day, Tuesday, April 23, 7:30AM – 5PM
Join the Office of Sustainability tomorrow at the O'Connell Center Parking Lot near Gate 1 and REthink your waste! Please bring any unwanted personal hazardous and electronic waste, non-decaled University assets and IT equipment, school supplies, books, gently used clothing, and small household items to be donated for reuse and recycled. This is a great opportunity for students, faculty, and staff to clean out their homes and offices at the end of the year. For more information, visit the website.
So you don't miss out on any events on campus and in the community, be sure to take a look at our sustainability calendar.
Upcoming Events
1. Spring Film Series, Home, Wednesday, April 24, 2 – 3:30PM
2. Perennials & Your Florida-Friendly Yard, Thursday, April 25, 3 – 4PM
3. Gator Dining Earth Day Celebration Thursday, April 25, 6 – 8PM
4. Florida Wildlife Corridor Expedition Film Debut, Tuesday, April 30, 6 – 8PM
Other Opportunities
6. The Summer Institute on Sustainability and Energy, August 5-16
7. Internships with Florida Organic Growers
Upcoming Events
1. Spring Film Series, Home, Wednesday, April 24, 2 – 3:30PM
Home is a 2009 documentary entirely composed of aerial shots of the Earth. It shows the diversity and interconnectedness of life on Earth and how humanity is threatening the ecological balance of the planet, particularly through its emission of carbon dioxide. Presented by Sustainable Santa Fe. This event is free and open to the public at the Blount Center in downtown Gainesville, at 401 N.W. 6th Street.
2. Perennials & Your Florida-Friendly Yard, Thursday, April 25, 3 – 4PM
The Alachua County Extension Office will be holding a Florida-Friendly landscaping class. Perennial plants can be low maintenance, add color, and attract butterflies and hummingbirds to the yard. Attendees will learn how to create a perennial garden that is beautiful and Florida-Friendly. There is no cost to attend these classes, space is limited, so pre-register at least 3 days prior to class by calling 352-337-6209. For more information about these programs, call 352-955-2402 or visit the Extension Office calendar.
3. Gator Dining Earth Day Celebration Thursday, April 25, 6 – 8PM
Head to the Fresh Food Company to celebrate Earth Day with Gator Dining! Enjoy a variety of local foods such as UF beef, Artie's Tempeh and a Sweet Dreams Ice Cream Bar. There will also be a raffle with great giveaways, games and sampling from Sweetwater Organic Coffee, Madecasse Chocolate and FreshPoint.
4. Florida Wildlife Corridor Expedition Film Debut, Tuesday, April 30, 6 – 8PM
The Conservation Trust for Florida is hosting a screening of the Florida Wildlife Corridor Expedition movie at the Hippodrome Cinema in Gainesville. The first showing will be at 6PM followed by a VIP reception from 7 - 8PM and the second film will start at 8:15PM. General admission tickets are $10. VIP tickets are $25 and include a reception from 7 - 8 PM in the Hipp's Art Gallery. Books and DVDs of the movie will be available for sale at the event. Proceeds from the film tickets will be split with CTF and the Legacy Institute for Nature and Culture (LINC). Buy your tickets on the Hippodrome website.
Other Opportunities
5. The Summer Institute on Sustainability and Energy, August 5-16
The Summer Institute on Sustainability and Energy (SISE) is a two-week intensive workshop and lecture series geared towards individuals interested in the title subjects: sustainability and energy. A diverse body of participants will converge on the UIC campus and immerse itself in a broad spectrum of sustainability and energy related topics. Those accepted into the program can expect to receive financial support including transportation getting to and from Chicago, lodging during the duration of the program, and most meals. To apply, visit the SISE website.
6. Internships with Florida Organic Growers
Florida Organic Growers is currently seeking students to serve as interns in Gainesville, Florida. The "Farm and Garden Intern" position is an opportunity to receive hands-on education and experience in organic agriculture and community projects. The "Program Intern" position is an opportunity to receive hands-on education and experience in nonprofit development, including program planning, development, and marketing, in the field of organic agriculture and fair and just food systems. If interested in either of these positions, email a cover letter and resume to Laura Lavid with "intern" in the subject line.
Laurel Nesbit
Office of Sustainability
University of Florida
352-392-7578
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