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PCGS student awarded Air & Wate Management Association Scholarship
On February 4th and 5th, Oeyemi Ijidale, a student at the Patel College of Global Sustainability, received a $500 scholarship in recognition of his contributions to Air & Waste Management. This honor was presented by The Florida Section during the 60th annual Air and Waste Conference and Exposition.
February 21, 2025Student Spotlight
Explore Career Opportunities in Sustainability
If you're on the lookout for career paths in sustainability, your search ends here. Numerous opportunities await students and graduates eager to contribute to a more sustainable future. Whether your interests lie in STEM, innovation, or the business sector, the Patel College of Global Sustainability provides a wealth of hands-on learning experiences designed to propel your career forward.
February 18, 2025Global Sustainability News
Three Generations of Food Grinders
Food grinders have undergone considerable advancements over the years, resulting in enhanced efficiency in managing food waste. Read and explore three generations of food grinders utilized at the Patel College, emphasizing how these innovations have progressed to become more intelligent and practical.
January 23, 2025Global Sustainability News
Dr. Philippidis speaks on Sustainable Natural Resources in Ecuador
In November 2024, Associate Dean George Philippidis was invited by Professor Valeria Ochoa-Herrera to visit Universidad San Francisco de Quito (USFQ) in Quito, Ecuador, and give a speech on the “Development of Sustainable Natural Resources”.
January 22, 2025Faculty News
Living Sustainably in 2025
As we transition into the new year, people formulate their resolutions to accomplish in 2025. These resolutions may include goals such as exercising, saving money, or reducing screen time. A resolution that is increasingly gaining traction is the pledge to live a more sustainably.
January 22, 2025Global Sustainability News
Florida Recycles Day 2024
On November 15, 2024, environmental leaders, businesses, and advocates gathered at the University of South Florida’s Patel College for Global Sustainability to celebrate Florida Recycles Day.
December 11, 2024Events
Dr. Culhane Takes on Morocco
Dr. Thomas Henry (T.H) Culhane, Concentration Director of the Climate Mitigation and Adaptation concentration at the Patel College of Global Sustainability, embarked on an exciting trip to Morocco aimed at promoting sustainable practices and technologies.
December 11, 2024Faculty News
William McMahon: Updates from Greenbuild
McMahon shares updates after being awarded a full ride scholarship to the annual U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) AND Greenbuild International conference and Expo for Greenbuild 2024 though the help of PCGS.
December 9, 2024Alumni Highlights
Staff Spotlight - Savanna Marks - USF Hotnets Clarinetists
Savanna Marks is a proud USF bull and work study student here at the Patel College of Global Sustainability (PCGS). In her role here at PCGS she assists the academic services team, updates academic program information, and helps to implement scholarship programs for students.
December 9, 2024Student Spotlight
UEL Sustainability Research Institute joins PCGS for online Joint Symposium
Patel College of Global Sustainability (PCGS) , University of East London (UEL) and the Royal Docklands Center for Sustainability held an online joint symposium to highlight applied sustainability projects.
October 30, 2024Alumni Highlights, Events, Faculty News
USF students take on sustainability project in Ghana
Two undergraduate students from the University of South Florida got the opportunity to travel to Cape Coast, Ghana to broaden their studies, conduct research and help address the water and sanitation problems In Cape Coast.
October 29, 2024Events
Stanislaus Khoss: KPB Internship - Sustaining Tomorrow’s Environment
Stanislaus Khoss came to Tampa, Florida, to pursue a master’s degree in Global Sustainability at the PCGS. Landing an internship with Keep Pinellas Beautiful, Stan now leads beach cleanups, beautification projects, and educational outreach activities in the Pinellas County.
October 25, 2024Student Spotlight