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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. 

2025 USF Climate Teach-in Events

Kickoff Events:

  • USF Scuba Diving Club Cleanup, Time and Location TBA
Thursday, April 3:
  • Patel College Sustainability Career Fair & Expo,12 - 3 p.m., Patel College of Global Sustainability
Saturday, April 5:
  • Rotaract Beach Cleanup, 9 a.m. - noon, Gandy North Beach (W Gandy Blvd, St. Petersburg, FL 33702, United States)

USF Climate Teach-In Week:

Monday, April 7:
  • Public Lecture with Dr. Hargrove, 12:30 - 1:45 p.m., Judy Genshaft Honors College Amphitheater Stairs
  • Sustainable Habits with Audra Santerre, 2:30 - 3:30 p.m., HON 4040
  • Judy Genshaft Honors College Student Council Volunteer Committee & Botanical Gardens Campus Cleanup, 6 - 7 p.m., around the Judy Genshaft Honors College
  • USF Climate Teach-In Art Exhibit Grand Opening, Time and Location TBA
Tuesday, April 8:
  • Zero Waste Workshop, 11:00 a.m. - noon, MSC 2706
  • ONS Environmental Award Workshop, 12:30 - 1:30 p.m., ONS Workshop Room (HON 2020)
  • SEA Research Fair, 5 - 6:45 p.m., MSC 2703
Wednesday, April 9:
  • Career Fair, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m., MSC Ballroom (MSC 2100AB)
  • JGHCSC Speaker Event: City of Tampa Recycling, 2 - 3 p.m., HON 4040
  • GLOBE Guest Speaker Event, 5 - 6:30 p.m., MSC 3709
  • Trans Student Union Free Clothing Swap, 7:30 - 9:15 p.m., Location TBA
Thursday, April 10:
  • Climate Literacy with Dr. Panos, CGS140, 11 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.
  • Climate Social, 5 - 7 p.m., HON Forum (first floor)
  • SEA Audubon Bird Conservation, 5 - 6:45 p.m., MSC 2703
  • BLOOM Movie Night, 7:30 p.m., EDU TECO Hall
  • Biomedical Anthropology Club & Food and Water Watch Microplastics Workshop, 7:30-9:15 p.m., MSC 3708
Friday, April 11:
  • USF Future of Food Think Tank’s Spring Convening, 10 a.m. -3 p.m.,

    Feeding Tampa Bay, 3624 Causeway Blvd., Tampa FL 33619

  • Sustainable Cooking Class with Chef Rosanna, 1:30 - 2:30 p.m., HON Food and Culture Studio (5th floor) 

How it Works

The USF Climate Teach-In is organized by the Climate Teach-In student organization in collaboration with student groups, faculty, and community partners across all three USF campuses. Designed and led by students, the event provides a platform for passionate peers to come together and drive meaningful social change.

This year, the Climate Teach-In E-Board has been working hard to make the event bigger and better than ever! So far, we have 22 events planned, with more on the way. We can’t wait to kick off USF’s largest environmental event!

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Many Ways to Get Involved:

Are you a student organization leader or member? Attend our next spring Climate Teach-In General Body Meeting on March 25 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 25
  • Tuesday, April 1
  • Tuesday, April 15 (E-Board Elections)

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 next spring Climate Teach-In General Body Meeting on March 25 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 25
  • Tuesday, April 1
  • Tuesday, April 15 (E-Board Elections)

Follow us on Instagram @usf_cti for more updates. 

Make Climate a Class

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. This document provides a general overview on how conversations about climate solutions might fit into different subject areas. 

Email Professor Andrew Hargrove for more information.

The Climate Teach-In Art Exhibit

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

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

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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 USF 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 USF Climate Teach-In the best one yet!

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