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  • David Lammy

    TED Talk: Eco-Edition!

    Feb 17, 2021 6:45 pm0 views

    Join us for iSEE's first "TED Talk: Eco-Edition," focusing this month on Environmental Justice! Together, participants will view a TED Talk presented by David Lammy, the first Black Member of Parliament to hold the Justice post in British Parliament, titled "Climate Justice Can't Happen Without Racial Justice." Afterward, all are invited to participate in a guided discussion and roundtable. Sign up to learn, discuss, and connect with peers in a casual, social setting.7 p.m. | Thursday, Feb. 25 | Register

  • Internships at Research Park

    Research Park Internship Info Session

    Feb 17, 2021 6:30 pm0 views

    Panel discussion with Research Park employers (Abbott, AbbVie, D.Next, Sycnchrony) on how to land an internship and make the most of the opportunities there. Friday, February 26th. Register at https://go.illinois.edu/ResearchParkPanel

  • Solar Farm

    UIUC Solar Farm 2.0

    Feb 17, 2021 6:30 pm24 views

    UIUC Solar Farm 2.0 is energized!

    The newly completed Solar Farm 2.0 at the northwest corner of First Street and Curtis Road is online! The 54-acre solar array began generating power for the campus earlier this month, with the capability to produce 20,000 megawatt-hours (MWh) of solar energy per year.

    Combined with Solar Farm 1.0 on Windsor Road (7,000 MWh/year) and smaller installations, the added capacity pushes the campus beyond the target set in the 2015 Illinois Climate Action Plan (iCAP) to generate 25,000 MWh/year of solar by FY 2025. A wind power-purchase agreement brings the total campus clean energy to 50,000 MWh/year. Solar Farm 2.0 will also feature native plants to support a pollinator habitat!

  • Surratt Scholarship

    Scholarship for Jnrs/Snrs due Feb 24

    Feb 15, 2021 9:45 am0 views

    This scholarship is designated for juniors or seniors and must have a B average (3.0 GPA).  Preference will be given to a student who is interested in space studies and/or earth sciences, and whose major field of study includes at least one of these areas.  Preference is also given to students with demonstrated financial need.  In addition, students must demonstrate vision, perseverance and enthusiasm for his/her chosen field.   

  • Architecture of the Food System

    “Architecture of the Food System” lecture

    Feb 15, 2021 9:30 am4 views

    Caitlin Taylor is an architect with a background in agriculture and an interdisciplinary focus on environmental, economic, and social justice in the food system. Taylor has led an independent practice focused on water infrastructure. In this capacity, she was recipient of the Holcim Foundation for Sustainable Construction Gold Prize for her work on urban flood control in Las Vegas. Taylor also lives with her family in Connecticut, where they own and operate an organic vegetable and cut flower farm.

    Register here.

  • Univ of Vermont

    Univ of Vermont SUM 21 Sustainability Research internship using industrial hemp

    Feb 15, 2021 9:30 am5 views

    University of Vermont summer research opportunity: During this 3-week program, conduct pathbreaking interdisciplinary research on the cultural, economic and scientific roles of the agricultural transition toward industrial hemp production. This is a great opportunity for students interested in natural and environmental sciences; sustainability; design thinking and visualization; economics and community development. Selected students will receive housing, travel and meal accommodations, as well as a stipend. Students attending all U.S. institutions are eligible. Applications due March 31.

  • Chicago Design Office Methadone Clinic 2020

    Aneesha Dharwadker (SD faculty committee member): “Architecture for Social Progress”

    Feb 15, 2021 9:15 am6 views

    Aneesha Dharwadker is an educator and design practitioner and the founder of Chicago Design Office and editor of Transect, a journal of design criticism. She joined the School of Architecture as an assistant professor in 2018. From 2016-18, she was a Designer-in-Residence in the Department of Landscape Architecture. She serves on the Sustainable Design faculty committee and contributed to the development of the new courses and major. Register here for the lecture.

  • RRF

    RFF 2021 Summer Research Internship Program

    Feb 12, 2021 1:30 pm17 views

    Are you interested in policy research aimed at improving environmental, energy, and natural resource decisions? Resources for the Future is accepting applications for interns to work on five projects this summer: control of industrial greenhouse gas emissions; energy transition policy; wildfire, climate adaptation, and rural communities; parks, green space, and environmental justice; and developing U.S. and Canadian electric power transmission network models. The application deadline is March 8.

     

  • Open House

    Student Sustainability Committee

    Feb 12, 2021 1:30 pm4 views

    Are you interested in learning more about the Student Sustainability Committee and how to get involved with sustainability? On February 8 at 6:00 pm (CT), the Student Sustainability Committee will organize a virtual Open House. This event will be an excellent opportunity to help students discover more about the committee members, working groups, and be part of a general member. We hope to see you there, and we hope you come along with a friend! 

    Zoom Link for the Open House: https://illinois.zoom.us/j/83986183258?pwd=dHFvdUR2Wi9ZMXpmejNFb2JzWktodz09

    For further information, visit https://ssc.sustainability.illinois.edu, or for any general questions, contact sustainability-committee@illinois.edu."

     

  • Bailey Scholarship

    FRED S. BAILEY SCHOLARSHIP FOR CAUSE DRIVEN LEADERS

    Feb 8, 2021 11:45 am5 views

    The Bailey Undergraduate awards are $3000 awards ($1500/semester) given each year to undergraduate students at the University of Illinois who have demonstrated positive impact and commitment as a result of service, community involvement, leadership, and action. Financial need and academic achievement will also be considered. University of Illinois - Urbana campus undergraduate students in all programs are eligible to apply. 

    For more information or to apply online, visit: universityymca.org/bailey/undergrad

  • Handshake

    Internship apps due in February in Handshake

    Feb 5, 2021 12:30 pm7 views

    Sustainable Farm Internship at Dayempur Farm due Feb 15; Communications Intern (exper writing in sci, eng, research environment a plus) at Underwriters Laboratories due Feb 1; Sustainable/Organic Agriculture Apprenticeship at Athena's Harvest Farm due Feb 27; Landscape Intern at Museum of Danish America due Feb 15; Conservation Intern at Montana Conservation Corps due Feb 15; Environmental Compliance Specialist at Clean Harbors due Feb 19; Learning and Public Engagement Summer Internship at The Art Institute of Chicago due Feb 20; Environmental Education Internship at Mt. Cuba Center due Feb 26; Summer Horticulture Internships at Denver Botanic Gardens due Feb 6. SEARCH ON HANDSHAKE.

  • Tree City USA Conference.

    Feb 2, 2021 3:00 pm3 views

    The Arbor Day Foundation is organizing a Tree City USA Virtual Conference, divided into hour-long presentations on three Wednesdays in February. The conference will foster connections between Tree City USA communities and advance urban and community forestry work around the country, to address climate change, environmental justice, and sustainable urban development. Registration is free for all Tree City/Campus USA communities and campuses (use the code "treecity").11 a.m.-1:15 p.m. | Wednesdays, Feb. 10, Feb. 17, Feb. 24 | Register

     

  • A Conversation with "The Sixth Extinction" Author Elizabeth Kolbert.

    Feb 2, 2021 3:00 pm5 views

    Join Powell's Books for an online conversation with Pulitzer Prize winner Elizabeth Kolbert as she discusses her latest book with author Bill McKibben, founder of 350.org. In "Under a White Sky," Kolbert asks, "After doing so much damage, can we change nature, this time to save it?" She visits with scientists trying to preserve the world's rarest fish, a lava field where engineers are turning carbon emissions to stone, and an Australian aquarium where researchers are trying to develop "super coral."7 p.m. | Tuesday, Feb. 9 | Register for Zoom webinar

  • Algae-Based Bioplastics Talk.

    Feb 2, 2021 3:00 pm6 views

    Chemistry Professor Mark Crocker, Associate Director of the Center for Applied Energy Research at the University of Kentucky, will explore the potential for algae-based bioplastics such as foam and food packaging in his talk, "Beneficial Re-use of Industrial CO2 Emissions Using Microalgae."Noon-1 p.m. | Thursday, Feb. 11 | Register

     

  • iSEE Launches Environmental Leadership Program; 2 Pilot Workshops Scheduled for Spring 2021 Semester

    Feb 2, 2021 2:00 pm2 views

    iSEE is piloting two ELP workshops in Spring 2021: March 24 on environmental policy; and April 13 on corporate sustainability. Up to 25 students may register for each event, which are scheduled on campus non-instructional break days.

  • Architecture as a Social Act lecture

    Feb 2, 2021 2:00 pm2 views

    Tatiana Bilbao received the Global Award for Sustainable Architecture Prize by the LOCUS Foundation in 2014 and will share her work integrating social values, collaboration and sensitive design approaches to architectural work. Monday February 1 from 5:00 – 6:30pm. Register in advance to attend.

  • Apply for a Summer 2021 Project Team with the Community-Academic Scholars Initiative

    Jan 31, 2021 4:30 pm2 views

    This initiative matches undergraduates with a faculty mentor and a community partner to address issues affecting our community. This year’s program includes 14 powerful projects from faculty across the University of Illinois that address a range of topics, including the impacts of COVID-19, poverty and social inequality, physical activity, and the role that forest preserves play in community and individual health.

     

  • Illinois Part-Time Job Fair

    Jan 31, 2021 4:30 pm2 views

    The Illinois Part-Time Job Fair is open to all students on campus seeking opportunities to make some extra money and build their career competencies while completing their academics. Opportunities at this fair are paid, non-technical positions on campus or in the Champaign/Urbana community. This is a virtual fair run through Handshake on February 2 from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Register for sessions using the link above. 

     

  • Illinois Enactus Information Night

    Jan 27, 2021 6:15 pm2 views

    Join us Monday, February 8th at 7:00 pm via Zoom conference to learn more about the mission of Illinois Enactus. We strive to contribute to sustainable development goals all around the world. Groups of students from all majors develop collaborative business ventures that work towards social, economic, and environmental equality in all communities. We encourage all majors to apply to join our projects to eliminate waste, provide quality education, tackle social injustice, and more. 

  • SPIN Summer 2021 internships at NCSA

    Jan 27, 2021 6:00 pm24 views

    The National Center for Supercomputing Applications (NCSA) has a history of nurturing innovative concepts, and some of the best ideas have come from highly motivated, creative undergraduate students. The Students Pushing INnovation (SPIN) internship program was launched to provide University of Illinois undergraduates with the opportunity to participate in hands-on research and contribute to interdisciplinary projects covering focused research areas in Culture and Society, Earth and Environment, Bioinformatics and Health Sciences, Material and Manufacturing, Data and Computational Sciences, Physics and Astronomy, and Digital Agriculture. The SPIN program is now accepting applicants for the Summer 2021 session. The applications are due February 15, 2021.

  • 2021 - 2022 Rachel Carson Council Fellowship Program

    Jan 27, 2021 6:00 pm29 views

    The RCC Fellowship Program is designed to identify outstanding students with a passion for environmental education, organizing and advocacy and provide them with financial support to carry out valuable projects or campaigns on behalf of the RCC. As a part of the program, students propose projects focused on sustainability and environmental justice that they wish to carry out on their campus or in their community. If accepted into the program, students will be supported over the course of the school year with mentorship from RCC staff and be given the opportunity to publish writings about their work. RCC Fellows receive a $2,000 stipend for their work during the academic year and attend a 2–3-day summer training program with their cohort hosted by RCC staff to sharpen their writing, advocacy and organizing skills. RCC Fellows will also develop critical contacts and experience, joining an RCC alumni network as they look forward to careers as engaged environmental leaders. The application deadline is April 30th.

     

  • Open Seats in SOCW 375 for Social Work minors

    Jan 25, 2021 6:45 pm6 views

    SOCW 375: Social Enterprise Lab

    Social enterprise lab helps students to launch and scale social enterprises spanning a wide

    range of topics from technological innovations that promote social or environmental

    improvement, to the performing and visual arts. It couples structured lectures with

    interactive modules, field trips, guest speakers, and a workgroup format to discuss and

    troubleshoot social startup challenges and opportunities.

    Questions? Email the instructor Ben Lough at bjlough@illinois.edu

  • We CU Community Engaged Scholars program

    Jan 25, 2021 6:45 pm0 views

    Make a positive impact in the community while building your resume and receiving recognition for your community-based work. The We CU Community Engaged Scholars program provides training, connection to like-minded peers, access to service opportunities with partner organizations, and support from We CU program leaders. Learn more during an information session at 4 p.m. on Thursday, January 28. Register for the info session even if you can’t attend so that you will receive a link to the recording and instructions for joining the program.

     

  • The Illinois Leadership Center Now Hiring Undergraduate Students!

    Jan 25, 2021 6:45 pm10 views

    The Illinois Leadership® Center (ILC) is hiring for the 2021-2022 academic year!

    We are now accepting applications for the following positions until Monday, February 8th...

    • Communication & Marketing Specialist 
    • Leadership Certificate Program Specialist 
    • Data Analytics Specialist 
    • Graf Intern
    • Podcast Intern*
    • Photographer*

  • 5 sustainable packaging developments to watch in 2021

    Jan 25, 2021 6:30 pm0 views

    Enjoy this article from GreenBiz, published January 4, 2021!

     

  • Leadership Center SP 21 Programs/Workshops

    Jan 25, 2021 6:30 pm0 views

    Click the link to see opportunities provided by Illinois Leadership Center!

  • Student Sustainability Leadership Council

    Jan 25, 2021 6:00 pm4 views

    Attend a virtual “Meet and Greet” event on Monday, February 8, from 4-5 p.m to come together to discuss the function, structure, and purpose of the Student Sustainability Leadership Council (SSLC) and relaunch the group. This organization is designed to provide an opportunity for sharing, collaboration, and centralized communication to streamline campus sustainability outreach and programs between student environmental groups and iSEE. SSLC can also function as a way for RSOs to receive help and support for projects and outreach.

  • Student Sustainability Committee Member Application

    Jan 19, 2021 1:15 pm0 views

    The Student Sustainability Committee is seeking undergraduate students interested in joining the committee members. This is an opportunity to learn more about why sustainability is essential and have experience as a voting member. SSC typically allocates $1.1 million in funding from student fees every year to campus sustainability projects. To apply, please complete the application, due date is January 29, 2021. 

  • Greener Campus Workshop

    Jan 19, 2021 1:15 pm2 views

    Join us for this interactive workshop to learn more about iSEE's Certified Greener Campus Programs and how you can make your office, events, student organization, or fraternity/sorority more sustainable!4-5 p.m. | Thursday, Jan. 21 | Zoom link (Password 949274)

  • Sustainability Internship Opportunity!

    Jan 19, 2021 1:15 pm10 views

    Are you interested in developing campus sustainability policy? Apply to be a student intern for the Transportation Sustainability Working Advisory Team (SWATeam)! You will help develop two intiatives to cut greenhouse gas emissions associated with employee travel: a Commuting Program to incentivize faculty and staff to leave personal vehicles off campus; and a Telecommuting Program to encourage work from home after the pandemic. Applications are due Jan. 29!

  • The Biodesign Challenge: Seeking student project fellows!

    Jan 13, 2021 1:00 pm32 views

    Illinois is registered for The Biodesign Challenge (BDC) and you can join in! Learn more from this video and to get involved, consider filling out one of the project fellowship applications! Symmetry (wood project): https://forms.gle/dYkieaXR9FqykuBL9 CreAlgae: https://tinyurl.com/y63fthge Alternatively, if you like Enactus's overall social entrepreneurship mission, consider applying to become a new member at illinoisenactus.com.

  • Bates Scholarship Fund for FAA Continuing Student Success

    Jan 12, 2021 2:30 pm16 views

    The College of FAA has scholarship funding available to assist FAA students in good standing who encounter an unforeseen financial need which would otherwise prevent them from continuing their education at UIUC.  These funds are awarded based on unforeseen financial circumstances and are not meant to simply supplement a student’s education funding.   The maximum award is $1,000. Deadline is Monday, February 8, 2021.

  • Search for spring/summer internships with applications due in January, part 2!

    Jan 12, 2021 2:30 pm0 views

    2021 SCA USACE GIS Teams at The Student Conservation Association due Jan 15;  MRC Graphic Design Paid Internship - SP 2021  at Media Research Center due Jan 18; Research Intern at LHB (multi-disciplinary engineering, architecture, and planning firm) due Jan 25; Eco-Journalism and Blogging Internship at West Michigan Environmental Action Council due asap; Tourism, Interpretation, & Landscape Arch intern at Greening Youth Foundation due Jan 14.

  • Sustainability iCAP-Ambassador Experience

    Jan 12, 2021 2:15 pm33 views

    Spring 2021 UIUC course: Section SIB, CRN 41120, 2 hours, full semester, Tues/Thurs 10:00-10:50 a.m., campus

    Description: While top-down sustainability approaches are important, it is necessary to understand how sustainability can be applied from the bottom-up, particularly in buildings. This course seeks to connect students with facility managers and building services workers to help in identifying iCAP goals and objectives that have been achieved and opportunities for future implementation. Students will gain an understanding of campus sustainability themes and will work throughout the semester to apply this knowledge to help advance iCAP topics. Lectures will occur as a hybrid model (in-person and virtual), but field work will require students to be on campus with the ability to visit campus buildings and meet with university staff. This section is open to students of all levels and majors.

  • Career Center Workshops

    Jan 11, 2021 2:45 pm0 views

    Effective Networking- Tuesday, January 19, 3-4 p.m. (Zoom)Students may register at https://go.illinois.edu/effectivenetworking1

    Creating Your Powerful Resume- Wednesday, January 20, 5-6 p.m. (Zoom)Students may register at https://go.illinois.edu/PowerfulResume1

    The Job Search Process- Thursday, January 21, 5-6 p.m. (Zoom)Students may register at https://go.illinois.edu/jobsearchprocess1

  • The Environment is Not Neutral- lecture

    Jan 11, 2021 2:30 pm4 views

    Much of the general public ignores the environment and environmental conditions until they become intolerable. People unconsciously make accommodations for poor fit with the environment or blame the occupants for unhealthy behaviors. These poor-fit conditions and the unconscious accommodations and unhealthy behaviors they engender, can increase individual- and population-health vulnerabilities. Environmental designers have a hand in human health outcomes and must help identify and develop interventions that contribute to the battle against chronic and acute mental and physical illnesses.

    Professor Lynn Dearborn is a Professor in the Illinois School of Architecture.

  • Submit your student work for future promo!

    Dec 21, 2020 3:45 pm18 views

    We would love to see your student work from this semester, for use on the website, in presentations, or just to showcase the awesome projects you have completed- Submit a file or web link here!

  • Search for spring/summer internships with applications due in January!

    Dec 21, 2020 3:45 pm8 views

    All due in January, search on Handshake! Corporate Sustainability at Jack Henry & Associates, Inc; HQ- Summer Internship (Sustainability) at Niagara Bottling; Design Internship at Bath & Body Works; Design Intern at HDR, Inc. (specialize in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services); STem Education & Graphic Design Intern at TinkRworks LLC in Hindsdale, IL; Product Engineering Intern at Trane Technologies (Global Climate Innovator) in Pueblo, CO; Industrial Design intern at Masonite International

     

  • SPIN internship at NCSA

    Dec 17, 2020 5:00 pm33 views

    Using satellite data for large-scale crop monitoring up to 40 hrs/wk during winter & spring breaks and up 10 hrs/wk during the Spring 2021 semester. $12.50 per hour. Dr. Guan's lab is conducting research on using novel satellite data from the NASA satellites to study the environmental impact on global and U.S. agriculture productivity, in the platform of the most powerful supercomputer in scientific research (Blue Waters). Please email your resume to co-mentors: Yizhi Huang at yizhih3@illinois.edu and Kejie Zhao at kejiez2@illinois.edu.

  • Social Media for Climate Activism Lead

    Dec 16, 2020 1:45 pm4 views

    The Center for Environmental Policy at Bard College has an opening to coordinate social media promotion of a project called Solve Climate By 2030, www.solveclimateby2030.org and an associated campaign to #makeclimateaclass.  Engage with over a hundred students from colleges across the world as well as the US who will participate in the practicum and promote the project.

  • Submit Student Work from Fall 2020!

    Dec 11, 2020 7:00 pm0 views

    The SD Faculty Committee would love to see and share your student work from fall 2020. If you have models, drawings, designs, creations, or projects please submit either a file or link at https://go.illinois.edu/SDstudentwork. We’d love to see a collection of birdhouses and other examples of your student work!

     

  • Do you want to shape the future? Why not start with Graduate School at University of Illinois?

    Dec 9, 2020 11:15 am1 views

    Join faculty from Architecture, Art +Design, Landscape Architecture and Urban and Regional Planning to learn about our graduate degree programs. Learn about courses, faculty, student organizations, how to apply and more!

    Students can Register Here (using your illinois.edu email) for the session which will be held Thursday, December 10 at 4:00-5:30PM (US Central Standard Time).

  • Illinois Innovation Prize

    Dec 9, 2020 11:15 am8 views

    Are you a creative and passionate student working towards solutions that could have a positive societal impact? Innovations developed as a response to the pandemic are encouraged as this illustrates the power of innovation during times of ambiguity and uncertainty. The IIP is for $20,000 and students must be nominated by a faculty member, mentor, or advisor- contact us at sustaindesign@illinois.edu if you think you deserve to be nominated!

     

  • Search for spring/summer internships with applications due in December!

    Dec 9, 2020 11:15 am9 views

    Sustainability Intern at Quality Bicycle due Dec 30 - Visual/Interaction Designer Intern at Signify due Dec 19 – Sustainability Reporting Intern at HP due December 13 - Farm Resources Intern at Organic Valley due Dec 17 – Austin Circular Economy Program Intern at the City of Austin due Dec 9 – Environmental Technician Intern at Clean Harbors due Dec 20 – Instructional Design Intern at Carrier due Dec 31

  • Search for spring/summer internships with applications due in December, part 2!

    Dec 9, 2020 11:15 am7 views

    Landscape Architect/Designer internship at Nature's Way Landscaping due December 10 - Product Design Internship at Apple due December 19 - VLSI Chip Design Intern at Apple due December 19 - USDA Sustainability of Irrigated Agriculture Internship at Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education due December 16 - Product Management Intern at Shopee Singapore due December 31 - Landscape Architecture Intern at HNP Landscape Architecture due December 31 - Sustainability/Environmental Internship at Ceres (a sustainability non-profit, remote work) due December 31

  • PHLUSH (Public Hygiene Lets Us Stay Human) is looking for student interns

    Dec 4, 2020 12:00 pm1 views

    PHLUSH is a non-profit organization that helps local governments and citizen groups provide equitable public restroom availability and prepare for ecological crises with appropriate ecological toilet systems. We're looking for interns who are interested in learning more about non-profit organizations and critical sanitation justice issues. Individual work plans would be co-tailored with PHLUSH staff and potential tasks include website development, communication, research, grant-writing, fundraising, management, and public advocacy. It would be a great opportunity to gain professional skills and expand networking opportunities in the field of environmental justice.

  • RSO Green Certified Events

    Dec 3, 2020 3:30 pm2 views

    iSEE is proud to launch the newest addition to the Greener Campus Programs: the Certified Green Event! This program encourages all entities — from RSOs to offices to Greek chapters — to host sustainable events by addressing transportation, energy conservation, and waste reduction. Your event can earn certification — even if it is held remotely — by committing to five or more sustainability actions based on our guide: using natural lighting or recycled paper, for instance, or making it convenient for public transportation.

  • U of I Student Authors New Book: “Coming Full Circle.”

    Dec 3, 2020 3:30 pm18 views

    iSEE SWATeam Clerk Alexa Smith recently completed work on a book about the circular economy and zero waste movements, exploring how we can transform our economy and environment through business. Inspired by zero-waste advocates, Smith hopes to encourage other young entrepreneurs to invest in the circular economy and "turn trash into cash" — and inspire the rest of us live a more sustainable life!

  • Certificate in Environmental Writing (3 courses)

    Dec 3, 2020 3:30 pm15 views

    The Undergraduate Certificate in Environmental Writing (CEW) is a fantastic offering for Illinois students wanting to engage with the latest research in sustainability science — and to build their skills in environmental communication. Complete 3 courses to earn the UIUC certificate.

  • Seeking Applicants for Undergraduate Research Ambassadors Program

    Dec 3, 2020 3:15 pm0 views

    First and second year undergraduates are encouraged to apply by December 20.   Ideal candidates should demonstrate at least one semester or summer of engagement in research/creative inquiry and exhibit excellent communication skills. Such candidates should be reliable, organized, personable, and respectful.