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USF Annual Climate Teach-In

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What is the Climate Teach-In?

A teach-in is an informal, educational event that discusses a specific issue or cause, organized to raise awareness or prompt action on social, political, or environmental topics. Unlike traditional lectures, teach-ins are interactive and community-oriented, encouraging open discussion and participation from attendees.

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The 4th Annual USF Climate Teach-In is a week-long series of events held from April 7 to 13 that are meant to inspire and involve students in a conversation about climate solutions. The teach-In is part of the Worldwide Climate and Justice Education Week, a global  initiative from the graduate program in sustainability at Bard College in New York.

how it works

Last spring, student organizations, faculty, and community partners came together to organize 18 events. This year, it’ll be even bigger! We now have a Climate Teach-In student organization that is dedicated to ensuring its success.

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THERE ARE MANY WAYS IN WHICH YOU CAN GET INVOLVED:

Are you a student organization leader or member? Attend our first Spring Climate Teach-In General Body Meeting on January 21 in the Judy Genshaft Honors College (HON 3014) from 6-7 p.m. or fill in this form.

Can’t make it? Attend an upcoming general body meeting:

  • Tuesday, March 4
  • Tuesday, March 11
  • Tuesday, March 25
  • Tuesday, April 1

Are you a community partner who wants to participate in one of our events? Contact our community outreach coordinator!

Are you an individual looking to make a difference?  Join a planning committee and attend our first Spring Climate Teach-In General Body Meeting on January 21 in the Judy Genshaft Honors College (HON 3014) from 6-7 p.m. or fill in this form.

Can’t make it? Attend an upcoming general body meeting:

  • Tuesday, March 4
  • Tuesday, March 11
  • Tuesday, March 25
  • Tuesday, April 1

Follow us on Instagram @usf_cti for more updates. 

Make Climate a Class Workshop

USF Faculty interested in contributing to climate solutions can join a faculty-led collaborative workshop to help identify actionable ways to integrate climate solutions into their classes.

Join a workshop:

Monday, March 3 | 3:30 p.m.

Join March 3 Workshop on MS Teams

Tuesday, March 4 | 12:30 p.m.

Join March 4 Workshop on MS Teams

Email Professor Andrew Hargrove for more information.

THE CLIMATE TEACH-IN ART EXHIBIT

Let your art tell the story of climate and sustainability. Students are invited to submit their eco-friendly or upcycled creations for the 2025 Climate Teach-In Art Exhibit. 

  • Monday, April 7 - Sunday, April 13, 2025 | Judy Genshaft Honors College | Tampa

Submit Your Artwork

PARTICIPATE IN THE 2025 CLIMATE TEACH-IN RESEARCH FAIR

Share your ideas and gain valuable presentation experience by submitting your sustainability-themed research projects for inclusion in this year’s Climate Teach-In Research Fair.

  • Tuesday, April 8 | 5–6:45 p.m. | MSC 2702

Apply Here

why it matters

Climate education and action are crucial because climate change affects every part of our lives — from health and food security to natural disasters and economic stability. Florida is particularly vulnerable, which makes it even more important to work together and protect our community. There’s an opportunity for everyone to be involved in the Climate Teach-In, no matter your discipline or role. Every action counts, and every voice matters. Together we have the power to build a more resilient future. Join us in making this Climate Teach-In the best one yet!

Plan to attend the 2025 Climate Teach-In, but don’t wait to get involved! You can make a difference today by learning more and taking action: