Student Events
USF Annual Climate Teach-In
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.
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.
3rd Annual USF Climate Teach-In
THERE ARE MANY WAYS IN WHICH YOU CAN GET INVOLVED:
Are you a student organization leader or member? Attend our first Climate Teach-In General Body Meeting on November 5 in the Judy Genshaft Honors College (HON 3014) from 5 - 6 p.m. or contact our student organization outreach coordinator.
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? Attend our events in April! From a career fair to an art gallery and a farmer’s market to a 5k, there’s something for everyone.
Follow us on Instagram @usf_cti for more updates.
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:
- What is Climate Change
- Drawdown.org |The top 100 solutions to solve climate change
- IPCC Report | Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change. UN organization of several thousand scientists compiling the world’s best science on climate change
- The Biggest Climate Bill of Your Life - But What does it DO!? | Understanding the Inflation Reduction Act
- Hillsborough County Recycling | How and what to recycle
- Top Individual Level Actions | 16 ways to take climate action
PREVIOUS CLIMATE TEACH-IN PARTNER ORGANIZATIONS
- 3D Hablab
- Agrarian Club
- Alpha Sigma Kappa
- Botanical Gardens Club
- Botany Club
- Crochet Club
- Florida PIRG
- Florida Student Power
- Food and Water Watch
- GenCLEO
- Global Leaders Outreach for a Better Environment (GLOBE)
- Illusion Thrift
- Judy Genshaft Honors College
- Judy Genshaft Honors College Community Garden Club
- Marine Biology at USF
- Tampa Judy Genshaft Honors College Student Council
- Student Environmental Association (SEA)
- Students for Socialism
- Students Protecting the Environment and Animals through Knowledge (SPEAK)
- Tampa Bay Association of Environmental Professionals at USF
PREVIOUS CLIMATE TEACH-IN COMMUNITY PARTNERS
- Tombolo Books
- Vertical Ventures
- Empower Adventure Ziplining
- Felicitous Coffee & Tea
- Central Rock Climbing