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Celebrate sustainability at Sustain-A-Bash
University Housing is hosting the third annual Sustain-A-Bash, where students of all years and majors can learn about sustainable living. Enjoy bike-powered milkshakes and a giant inflatable globe while learning how to live smart, healthy and green.
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 UniverCity Alliance helps Wisconsin cities innovate
This fall, the city of Monona will serve as a living lecture hall for students through the UniverCity Year program, which pairs academic courses, and projects with community-identified needs.
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 Bill Elvey to leave UW–Madison
The associate vice chancellor for facilities planning and management will be leaving in early October for a position in Texas. Margaret Tennessen, Elvey's deputy since April 2014, will serve as interim.
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#DearUWMadison: Connecting campus through stories
September 20, 2016 | 9 a.m.-3 p.m. | Gordon Dining and Event Center
The "Dear World" campaign asks individuals to share a meaningful personal message through portraits and videos. UW–Madison students, staff and faculty will have the opportunity to share their stories and experiences during the day, then hear a wrap-up at 7pm in Shannon Hall in Memorial Union.
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Slow Food UW Cafe: Late summer bounty
September 21, 2016 | 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. | The Crossing
The weekly student-run, not-for-profit cafe is open to any campus or community member and offers locally sourced, sustainable food on the UW–Madison campus. Menus change weekly and meals range from $5-8.
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 As our cities grow hotter, how will we adapt?
Many urban areas in America are seeking ways to cool their heat islands through changes in landscaping, roof coatings, and pavement color.
Related: UW research shows heat waves hit heat islands hardest
heat waves hit urban areas hardest
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 France first country to ban plastic cups, utensils
France just passed a law that says all plastic plates, cups, and utensils will be banned by 2020, and replacements will need to be made from biologically sourced materials that can be composted.
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Environmental education intern – Poynette, WI
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resource’s MacKenzie Center is seeking students to assist with education and outreach programs and materials. Application deadline is October 1.
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Slow Food UW interns – Madison, WI
Slow Food UW is looking for students to work as cafe suppliers and market basket interns for fall 2016. Application deadline is not listed.
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Staff scientist – Seattle, WA
The Stockholm Environmental Institute is seeking a researcher to contribute to topics in climate policy and sustainable development. Application deadline is September 30.
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Program associate – Washington, DC
The Climate Leadership Council is searching for an associate for administrative, research, writing and event planning duties in support of efforts to mobilize opinion leaders around effective and equitable climate solutions. Application deadline is not listed.
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Assistant professor – Platteville, WI
UW–Platteville is hiring a tenure-track assistant professor in Sustainable and Renewable Energy to teach courses in sustainability and advise students. Application deadline is October 3.
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Sustainability program manager – Boulder, CO
The University of Colorado Boulder is seeking someone to develop, manage and coordinate facilities-based programs in environmental stewardship, resource conservation, applied research, and outreach. Application deadline is October 26.
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Project Green Challenge
Project Green Challenge engages high school and college students with 30 days of environmentally-themed challenges that provide mentoring, advocacy, and leadership skills. The program begins October 1.
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