Sustainability Studies

Dr. Mitchell Thomashow will be present for a variety of events the week of March 2nd. This includes a lecture, lunch, and drop-in office hours. Check out the flyers for more information!   Read more "Dr. Mitchell Thomashow Events!"

CLAS Giving Day Names Sustainability Studies a Featured Fund and Calls for Community Support!   Sustainability Studies at UF is resilient, and we have some great news! We have been selected as a CLAS Giving Day featured fund that will allow us to further support student research and experiential learning. That is only the half of it, though: we ...

The Sustainability Studies Newsletter showcases the ways our community continues to learn, adapt, and lead. Published each fall, spring, and summer, the newsletter provides information about sustainable resources and events in and around Gainesville. It also presents interviews with Sustainability Studies students, graduates, and faculty who are making exceptional contributions.

By Paige Hughes If there’s one local food spot that perfectly blends sustainability, community, and great flavors, it’s the Vegan Gator food truck. This 100% plant-based mobile kitchen has become a go-to for Gainesville residents and University of Florida students who are passionate about environmental impact, delicious food, and animal rights. Vegan Gator offers an accessible way for both dedicated long-time vegans and first-time plant-based eaters ...

By Paige Hughes Hidden in southwest Gainesville, just beyond the steady traffic of Interstate 75, the Split Rock Conservation Area preserves a limestone landscape that has been shaped over time by the persistent movement of water. Covering approximately 240 acres, this conservation area offers residents and visitors a chance to experience one of North Central Florida’s staple environments while reflecting the city’s long-term commitment to land conservation. Though modest in size compared ...

By Michelle La Roche Pietri In 2022, Alachua County experienced higher than average food insecurity compared to the rest of Florida. Unfortunately, this is not an isolated statistic. According to Feeding America, food insecurity has been increasing since then, with scarcity reaching 15.2% in Alachua County the following year. As climate change worsens, food insecurity will escalate as more extreme weather will impact crop yields and ...

By Michelle La Roche Pietri With the vast amounts of paths sustainability students can take to engage in climate action, it is easy to become overwhelmed. The interdisciplinary nature of UF’s Sustainability Studies program may ignite many passions, as was the case with alumna Sofía Aviles.    Aviles graduated from UF with a double major in Sustainability Studies and Political Science, as ...

By Riley Harper Photography is something that has always fascinated me. I loved how photos can share meaning without words, but I never pursued it further than a hobby. This is certainly not the case for Gabby Salazar. Dr. Salazar has been taking pictures since she was 11 years old and is now an award-winning photographer. However, she clarifies, “At this point in my career, I think of myself more ...

By Riley Harper Throughout my 4 years of classes at UF, I have never met anyone quite like Dr. Ron Chandler. He was my professor for PSY3626 Psychology of Sustainability, which fulfilled a core requirement for my Sustainability Studies major. However, I never could have guessed the impact he would have on my mindset. Dr. Chandler helped me identify and understand the choices that led me to become the person I ...

A new class taught by Dr. Glen Billesbach, Sustainability and Technology, still has seats available!  For more information and a link to the syllabi, click here. Read more "New Course Offering- Sustainability and Technology"