Afropolitan Insecurities: Kairological Time and Urban Geographies

TIL–264 50 Joyce Kilmer Ave, Piscataway, NJ, United States

Speaker: Brittany Meché, Williams College  Abstract: Through a theorization of kairological time, that is an attention to notions of prophecy, propitiousness, and ordained moments of change, this talk contemplates the urban geographies of two Sahelian capitals: Dakar, Senegal and Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso. Drawing on ethnographic vignettes, I examine how my informants navigate these sites through forms of watchfulness, anticipation, waiting, ...

Rutgers Climate Town Hall

College Ave Student Center 126 College Ave, New Brunswick, NJ, United States

Abstract: Students for Environmental Awareness and the Sustainability Coalition are bringing together stakeholders from across our campus community to engage in meaningful discussions and initiatives surrounding sustainability at the upcoming Rutgers Climate Town Hall. Hear from Rutgers Office of Climate Action staff members and co-chairs from several of the Rutgers Climate Action Groups. This event is free of charge and ...

Rutgers Day – All Things Climate at Rutgers

Cook Campus New Brunswick, NJ, United States

Abstract: Drop by our pavilion this Rutgers Day to play engaging games and activities while learning about climate and its impact on us and our communities. Meet with climate experts, faculty, staff, and students from Rutgers who are actively addressing this issue through four signature programs: The Office of the New Jersey State Climatologist, the New Jersey Climate Change Resource ...

Webinar: The Influence of Personal Experiences on Perceptions of Black Bears in New Jersey

Speaker: Joseph Paulin, Rutgers University. Abstract: For the wildlife element we will explore how over the past 30 years, people have more regularly interacted with black bears in New Jersey. These experiences can be both positive and undesirable. Although it can be exciting to see a bear from afar while hiking, bears have also been known to frequent residential neighborhoods, ...

Webinar: CEED 6th Annual Environmental Health and Justice Summit – Session IV: Indoor Air and Environmental Quality in Schools

Speaker: Derek Shendell, Rutgers School of Public Health; Nikki Baker, Health Schools Now  Abstract: Join us for an interactive session on potential environmental health and safety-related issues in New Jersey public and charter K-12 schools and what we can do collectively to address them.  More information here. Register here.

Geography Undergraduate Research Symposium

LSH–B267 54 Joyce Kilmer Avenue, Piscataway, NJ, United States

Abstract: Step into the world of innovation and discovery at our upcoming event! Join us for a showcase featuring Geography and Environmental Studies students presenting their latest projects and insights from various classes and research endeavors. Everyone is welcome to attend and be inspired by the ingenuity of our student community. Light refreshments will be provided! More information here.

Climate and the Bioeconomy Convergence Café

Rutgers Club 85 Avenue E, Piscataway, NJ, United States

The bioeconomy harnesses the power of biology in novel production of goods, services, and energy to grow the economy and workforce while improving quality of life and the environment. Key to the bioeconomy concept is reducing dependence on fossil fuels while preventing biodiversity loss, reducing risks to people, and ensuring economic growth follows ethical, responsible, and sustainable principles. RCEI aims ...

Sustainability Governance in the Anthropocene: A Symposium

Cook Student Center 59 Biel Road, New Brunswick, NJ, United States

How can we manage major challenges like climate change, food security, and biodiversity loss in the face of accelerating human pressure, increasing complexity, and persistent inequality? Join us at the Cook Student Center for a day-long symposium featuring globally renowned social scientists discussing how different governance systems are experimenting, learning, failing, and succeeding at managing resources under stress. Register today ...