Academy for the Environment

The Academy for the Environment, established in 2004, is an interdisciplinary institute at the University of Nevada, Reno, whose mission is to develop, enhance and coordinate environmental teaching, research and service at the University.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Extended Deadline: 6/30/08 for 2008/2009 Request for Proposals:

Funding is available to faculty and students for the 08/09 fiscal year for interdisciplinary projects, seminars, student travel and curriculum development. More information on how to apply for funding

Interdisciplinary Modeling: Water-Related Issues Summer 2008 - Interdisciplinary Modeling: Water-Related Issues

In this course, students will discuss the philosophy of modeling, become aware of models in different disciplines used to address water issues, work in interdisciplinary teams to explore issues and approaches in interdisciplinary modeling, and complete in interdisciplinary modeling project that addresses on or more water related issues. More information

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EVENTS CALENDAR

5/13: EnAcT Club Meeting

Come join the Environmental Action Team (EnAcT) for one of our last few meetings this spring. Joe Crowley Student Union, room 405 4:00pm.

5/16: Northern Nevada - Bike to Work Day

May 16th is Bike to Work Day in Northern Nevada and across the nation. Bicycling to work is a great way to stay in shape and arrive at work awake, energized, and ready to tackle whatever challenge comes your way! Everyone that registers and participates will be entered into a raffle to win $500 towards a new bike, will get free coffee and won't pay a dime for gas!

Earth Portal

Visit Earth Portal for valuable information and more links to Earth News, Encyclopedia of Earth, and Earth Forum.

STUDENTS

Get Involved

Students at UNR with an interest in the environment have lots of options— get involved!

The Environmental Action Team, or EnAcT, is an ASUN club sponsored by the Academy for the Environment.  EnAcT’s mission is to help promote student action toward sustainability on the UNR campus and beyond.  Meetings are held every Tuesday afternoon, from 4-5 p.m.  Learn more: locations, topics, and other information

To get more information, or to sign up for the EnAcT emailing list, contact Erin Hansen, environmentalactionteam@gmail.com

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