The Undergraduate program in Sustainable Development has a number of exciting events planned for the 2012-2013 academic year. These events compliment the program and include brown bags, field trips in and around the NYC area, information sessions and more. For additional details on specific events please contact Jessica Sotomayor at jsotomayor@ei.columbia.edu.
Location: Columbia University Alumni Center, 622 West 113th Street
Join us for informal gatherings on select Fridays at the Alumni Center and learn more about ways to become involved on and off campus and explore academic and professional opportunities available with a degree in sustainable development.
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February 1 |
Interested in gaining hands-on experience in the field of environmental sustainability? Come learn about this summer practicum, which offers students the opportunity to conduct field work in agriculture, renewable energy, and resource management, while learning from experts, farmers, activists, and policy-makers. |
Speaker: Eugenia Manwelyan, Program Director, EcoPracticum |
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February 8 |
Curious about a career path in sustainable development? Join us for an interactive presentation that will cover: |
Speaker: Rebecca Schnall, Senior Associate Director, Columbia University Center for Career Education |
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February 22 |
Do you want to learn about public careers in environmental conservation in the state of New York? This talk will be a great opportunity to learn about how a major environmental regulatory agency functions and how to raise environmental awareness in the public. |
Speaker: Betsy Ukeritis, Regional Environmental Educator, New York State Department of Environmental Conservation |
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April 12 |
This talk is a great opportunity to learn about the growing field of corporate sustainability. Come learn about how corporations are integrating environmental sustainability into the core of their businesses. |
Speaker: Katy Mixter, Program Associate, Citi Corporate Sustainability |
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April 19 |
This talk is a great opportunity to learn about entrepreneurship, philanthropy, and sustainable development. Speaker Josh Cohen combines all three in his multistate recycling business. Come hear about his experience starting his own company, integrating business with philanthropy, and the summer internships he offers. |
Speaker: Josh Cohen, Chief Executive Officer, JunkLuggers |
February 14, 2013
Field Trip to the Newtown Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant
The Newtown Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant is one of fourteen treatment plants that comprise New York City’s water and wastewater systems. Located in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, this fascinating facility will help you learn about the one billion gallons of water New Yorkers use every day as well as the thousands of miles of pipes, aqueducts, and water mains used to distribute clean water throughout New York. Come spend a day at the plant with experts, learning about the cycle of water from water supply to distribution, wastewater treatment, and harbor water quality.
Due to the limited capacity, enrollment is restricted to undergraduate students in the Program for Sustainable Development. For more information or to RSVP please contact Jessica Sotomayor at jsotomayor@ei.columbia.edu.
February 21, 2013
Field Trip to the Gowanus Watershed
The Gowanus Canal and Watershed in Brooklyn, New York, has served as a historic shipping and industrial zone since the 1800’s. The Watershed was originally a tidal inlet and saltwater marshland filled with wildlife. However, with European exploration, the building of mills and factories, and the creation of the Gowanus Canal as an important shipping lane, the Gowanus Watershed became heavily polluted to the point that the Watershed was placed in 2010 on the EPA’s Superfund National Priorities List. Contaminants include PCBs, coal tar wastes, heavy metals, and raw sewage. Come tour the Gowanus Watershed and listen to engineers explain their plans to restore the Gowanus Canal Corridor.
Due to the limited capacity, enrollment is restricted to undergraduate students in the Program for Sustainable Development. For more information or to RSVP please contact Jessica Sotomayor at jsotomayor@ei.columbia.edu.
Date: May 3, 2013
Field Trip to Via Verde
Via Verde was the winning entry to the New Housing New York Legacy Competition sponsored by the New York City Department of Housing Preservation and Development, and the American Institute of Architects New York Chapter. The innovative design represents the future of high quality, affordable, and sustainable housing. The building is estimated to be over 30% more energy efficient than a standard building, making use of rooftop solar panels, a storm water irrigation system, and rooftop gardens, which absorb rainwater runoff while providing opportunities for gardening. Each apartment also includes energy-efficient lighting, high-efficiency windows, super-sealed insulation, and water-conserving fixtures. Come tour this new model for affordable, green, and healthy urban living and learn about the growing field of sustainable urban development.
Due to the limited capacity, enrollment is restricted to undergraduate students in the Program for Sustainable Development. For more information or to RSVP please contact Jessica Sotomayor at jsotomayor@ei.columbia.edu.
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