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Wetlands Conservation after Sackett v. EPA: Federal Implications and State Responses

Friday, April 5, 2024 (all day)
Boyd Law Building
Join the Hubbell Environmental Law Initiative on Friday, April 5, 2024 as we convene federal and regional partners for a series of panels discussing wetlands conservation after Sackett v. EPA. Food and beverages will be provided for those who register in advance. Registration for this event is open here: https://uiowa.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_1CegdZIlH6K9NTE.
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Campus and Local Community Spaces as Collaborative Lab for Environmental Research—Inspiration from Leaders at Other Campuses

Friday, April 5, 2024 1:30pm to 3:00pm
Iowa City Public Library
Around the country, visionary faculty members and administrators are finding inspiring ways to engage students, artists, researchers, staff, and community partners in learning about and responding to climate change and its environmental effects through the very landscapes in which they live and work. As part of this year’s Obermann series, “Envisioning Interdisciplinary, Experiential Environmental Research,” we are thrilled to welcome two leaders whose brilliant cross-sectoral, cross...
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Tippie Sustainability Case Competition (Kick-off)

Friday, April 5, 2024 4:30pm
Pappajohn Business Building
The inaugural Tippie Sustainability Case Competition will challenge teams of UI undergraduate students to integrate knowledge from core business disciplines to solve a sustainability challenge facing organizations today. Students from all disciplines will have the opportunity to develop leadership and decision-making skills that will help them maximize economic, social, and environmental sustainability in their future jobs. The registration deadline is Thursday, March 28, at 11:59 p.m. 
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Tippie Sustainability Case Competition (Competition Day)

Saturday, April 6, 2024 7:00am to 8:00pm
Pappajohn Business Building
The inaugural Tippie Sustainability Case Competition will challenge teams of UI undergraduate students to integrate knowledge from core business disciplines to solve a sustainability challenge facing organizations today. Students from all disciplines will have the opportunity to develop leadership and decision-making skills that will help them maximize economic, social, and environmental sustainability in their future jobs.

Citizens' Climate Lobby: North Winds Regional Coordinator Visit and Game!

Thursday, April 11, 2024 6:00pm to 7:00pm
Iowa Memorial Union (IMU)
Citizen's Climate Lobby's North Winds Regional Coordinator Mindy Ahler and the Regional Higher Education Regional fellow James Bradford will be visiting the University of Iowa to talk about opportunities for nonpartisan climate activism. Afterwards they will be playing a game with students where they can learn about climate solutions through an interactive medium.
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Climate Solutions Surround Us

Monday, April 22, 2024 3:00pm to 4:00pm
Iowa Memorial Union (IMU)
On Earth Day, join us for an enlightening discussion led by Dr. Heidi Roop, Director of the University of Minnesota Climate Adaptation Partnership and an Assistant Professor of Climate Science. Dr. Roop’s expertise lies at the intersection of cutting-edge climate science and effective science communication. Her mission? To increase the use and integration of climate change information in decision-making.
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From Awareness to Action: The Climate Action Handbook

Monday, April 22, 2024 7:00pm to 8:00pm
Prairie Lights Books
Join us on Earth Day for an engaging discussion featuring climate scientist Dr. Heidi Roop in conversation with UI Office of Sustainability Director Stratis Giannakouros. Dr. Roop’s new book, The Climate Action Handbook, is a visually stunning guide that goes beyond typical climate change literature—it’s approachable, digestible, and filled with practical ideas, options, and a roadmap for action. Importantly, it also offers hope—a beacon often overlooked in climate conversations.  As the world...
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CLIMATE through a Wide Lens

Thursday, April 25, 2024 4:00pm to 5:30pm
Old Capitol Museum
Rising seas, toxic rivers, deforestation, smoke-filled air—headlines remind us daily of the local, national, and international impacts of climate change. Join us for a wild pecha kucha ride through the effects of climate change with researchers who also tirelessly seek solutions. World-renowned climate scientist, Jerald Schnoor will open with big picture issues. That will set the stage for artist Isabel Barbuzza’s work on South American lithium salt mines, environmental literary scholar Eric...
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City Nature Challenge

Friday, April 26 to Monday, April 29, 2024 (all day)
The University of Iowa is collaborating with Green Iowa AmeriCorps and Johnson County communities to join 400+ cities around the world in documenting nature as part of the City Nature Challenge!  You can contribute to citizen science during this global biodiversity challenge no matter where you are in Johnson County!  From April 26-29, 2024, take photographs of WILD plants and animals on campus, in your backyard, in parks, along city streets, on school grounds, or any place in Johnson County...

Science, Health & Sustainability Career Fair

Tuesday, October 8, 2024 4:00pm to 6:00pm
Iowa Memorial Union (IMU)
Tuesday, Oct. 8, 2024 Students will Explore + Connect with: Life science, health science & sustainability companies Internship/full-time positions Graduate and service programs   Research and volunteer opportunities Check-in at International Ballroom Lobby in Iowa Memorial Union. Bring your Student ID, copies of your résumé and Dress for Success! *If you are in need of free professional attire, please visit the Clothing Closet at Iowa, 213 Iowa Memorial Union. Parking will be busy...
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