Speaker: Wu-Jung Lee, APL-UW. More information here. 

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, ...

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.

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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.

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 ...

Speakers: larelle DeGraffe, PATH; Megan Fackler, New Jersey Department of Transportation.  Abstract: This symposium, presented in partnership with the Port Authority of New York & New Jersey, NJ TRANSIT, the NJ Department of Transportation, and the Alan M. Voorhees Transportation Center at Rutgers University, will bring together experts, stakeholders, and professionals to explore the intersection of community, commerce, and transit-oriented ...

Speakers: Sherry Marcus, Amazon Web Services; Shiren Vijiasingam, Instructure  More information here. Register here. 

Speaker: Bill Errickson, Rutgers University  Abstract: For the earth element, we will look at soil health and how it is defined as the continued capacity to function as a vital living ecosystem that sustains plants, animals, and humans. Maintaining soil health is an essential component of a productive and thriving garden that is more resistant to disease and abiotic stress. ...

Speakers: Kevin S. Corbett, NJ Transit; Kris Kolluri, Gateway Development Commission; Francis K. O’Connor, New Jersey Department of Transportation; Catherine T. Sheridan, Metropolitan Transportation Authority  Abstract: Join a select group of industry, government, and academic leaders to address the central transportation infrastructure initiatives in the New Jersey and New York metropolitan area. This high-level symposium will examine the role of ...

Speaker: Kris Ohleth, Special Initiative on Offshore Wind  Abstract: For the air element, we will look off New Jersey’s coast to learn more about offshore wind energy. The offshore wind industry started approximately 30 years ago in Europe and is rapidly developing in the United States, including off New Jersey. Join us to learn more about the opportunities and challenges ...