Student Events
USF Climate Teach-In
What is the Climate Teach-In?
A 鈥渢each-in鈥 is an informal, educational event that discusses a specific issue or cause, organized to raise awareness or prompt action on social, political, or environmental topics. Unlike traditional lectures, teach-ins are interactive and community-oriented, encouraging open discussion and participation from attendees.
The 5th Annual USF Climate Teach-In is a week-long series of events held March 23-30, 2026 that is meant to inspire and involve students in a conversation about climate solutions. The Climate Teach-In at USF is part of the , a global initiative from the graduate program in sustainability at Bard College in New York.
2026 Climate Teach-In event Schedule
Signature Events
CTI Art Exhibit | March 23 鈥 27 | HON Atrium |
Experience creativity with a purpose at this student art exhibit showcasing upcycled works, from photography and paintings to sculptures, textiles, and multimedia pieces. Open to all students throughout the week!
Public Lecture | March 23 | 12:30 - 1:45 p.m. | HON AMP Stairs |
Join Dr. Andrew Hargrove for an engaging and accessible discussion on how climate action can help protect our planet and how students can be part of the solution. Open to all students!
Climate Mixer | March 24 | 6 - 7:30 p.m. | HON Terrace |
Mix, mingle, and celebrate climate action with food, drinks, music, and outdoor games. The night also features awards that honor outstanding CTI volunteers and student organizations. All students welcome!
Career Fair | March 25 | 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. | HON Forum |
Explore careers that make a difference at this sustainability-focused career fair, featuring USF departments and outside organizations in partnership with the Patel College for Global Sustainability, USF Career Services, and PIRG.
Live Podcast Recording | March 26 | 2 - 4 p.m. | HON Forum |
Be part of a live audience for the Big Biology public podcast recording and hear fascinating conversations on biology, the environment, and the science shaping our world.
5K Run | March 29 | 7:30 a.m.| NES Field |
Lace up for sustainability! Join this eco-themed 5K run open to all USF students, hosted in partnership with the Running Club and Sustainabulls. Run, jog, or walk for a greener future!
Campus Partner Events
Monday, March 23
- | 12 - 1 p.m. | FAO 102
- | 12:30 - 1:45 p.m. | HON AMP Stairs
- | 1:30 - 3 p.m. | FAO 194
- CTI x Student Environmental Association: Film Screening Featuring The Little Brown Bird and Patchwork Wild | 5 - 7 p.m. | MSC 2702
- | 6 - 7 p.m. | HON 3040 Outside
- Anthropology Club: "Patchy Anthropocene: Anthropology of More-Than-Humans and the Environment | 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. | SOC 037
Tuesday, March 24
- The Humanities Institute x SGEF: USF Library Blind Date with a Book Giveaway: Sarasota Manatee Day |10:30 a.m. - Books Run Out | Rotunda
- USF Libraries: "Future Ready: Using Library Resources to Address a Changing World" |12 - 2 p.m. | LIB 125G (USF Tampa Library)
- City of Tampa: State of Sustainability & Resilience in the City of Tampa | 2:15 - 3:30 p.m. | TBD
- | 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. | CGS 140
- Preserve the Burg x USF JGHC St. Petersburg Campus: "Placematters SP - Harboring Resilience: the Past, Present, and Future of Bayboro Harbor" | 6 - 7:30 p.m.| Nelson Poynter Memorial Library, USF St. Petersburg Campus
- | 6 - 7:30 p.m. | HON Terrace
Wednesday, March 25
- USF World Global Learning, Campus Programs: "Peace Corps at BullMarket" |10 a.m. - 2 p.m. | MSC Lawn
- The Humanities Institute x SGEF: USF Library Blind Date with a Book Giveaway: St Pete Day | 10:30 a.m. - Books Run Out | Nelson Poynter Memorial Library
- | 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.| HON Forum
- | 5 - 6 p.m. | Speaker: Avalon Jade Theisen | TBD
- | 5:15 - 8:15 p.m. | MSC 2708
- | 5:30 - 7:45 p.m. | MSC 3705
- Outdoor Recreation: "Leave No Trace Sunset Kayak and Discussion" | 5:30 - 8 p.m. | USF Riverfront Park | Registration for Transportation Forthcoming
- | 6 - 7 p.m. | MSC 3713
- | USF Campus Cleanup | 6 - 7 p.m. | MSC 3712
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Gulf Seashell Institute x Residence Education: Vertical Oyster Garden Workshop | TBD
Thursday, March 26
- The Humanities Institute x SGEF for USF Library Blind Date with a Book Giveaway: Tampa Day | 10:30 a.m. - Books Run Out | Cooper Hall
- | 2 - 4 p.m. | HON Forum
- | 5:30 - 7 p.m. | MSC 3704
- Florida Student Power and Food and Water Watch "Affordable Energy Community Discussion." | 6 - 7:30 pm | TBD
- SGEF Climate Teach-In Cookout | 6 - 8 p.m. | The Edge
- | 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. | CHE 103
- | 7 p.m. | JPH 1319
Friday, March 27
- | 9 - 10 a.m. | USF Botanical Gardens
- | ALN 241
- | 2 - 4 p.m. | 2940 110th Ave N. St. Petersburg, FL |
- | 2 - 4 p.m. | TBW Discovery Center
- CTI x SEA Research Fair | 5 - 7 p.m. | MSC 3704
Saturday, March 28
- Entomology Society & Botany Club: "Bug Hike" | 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. | Violet Cury Preserve
- Society of Asian Scientists and Engineers (SASE) x Keep Tampa Bay Beautiful (KTBB): Rowlett Park Cleanup | 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.| 2401 E Yukon St, Tampa, FL 33604
- | 12:30 - 2:30 p.m. | MSC Amphitheater
- | 5 - 10 p.m. | MSC Amphitheater
- | 24 hr
Sunday, March 29
- | 5k at USF Running Course | 7:30 - 11:30 a.m. | USF Running Course
- Green Social Work St. Pete Beach Clean Up | 3:30 - 7 p.m. | TBD
- | 24 hr
Friday, April 10
- |10 a.m. - 12 p.m. | Temple Crest Park
How it Works
The USF Climate Teach-In is organized by the Climate Teach-In student organization in collaboration with student groups, faculty, and community partners across all three USF campuses. Designed and led by students, the student organization provides a platform for passionate peers to come together and drive meaningful social change.
This year, the Climate Teach-In Executive Board has been working hard to make the event bigger and better than ever! We can鈥檛 wait for you to be part of USF鈥檚 largest environmental event.
4th Annual USF Climate Teach-In
Many Ways to Get Involved:
Are you a student organization leader or member?
Attend our General Body Meetings, where you can learn how you or your organization can volunteer or host an event during the 5th Annual Climate Teach-In!
Are you interested in getting involved with CTI in general?
Join our General Body Meetings to join a committee, , and come out to our CTI events.
Do you want to be a part of creating environmental change on campus?
to help us reinstate the Office of Sustainability at USF. The petition needs 5,000 signatures by April 1, and we need your support. Also, make sure to vote to continue the Student Green Energy Fund during the SG election from March 2 to 5.
Want to play a larger role in Climate Teach-In next year?
. Elections will be held in person on April 7.
Learn More!
Climate Teach-In Upcoming General Body Meetings:
- Tuesday, March 10 | 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. | HON 3014
- Tuesday, April 7 | 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. | HON 3014 (Executive Board Elections)
Are you a community partner who wants to participate in one of our events? Contact our community outreach coordinator!
Follow the USF Climate Teach-In on and , or for more updates.
why it matters
Climate education and action are crucial because climate change affects every part of our lives 鈥 from health and food security to natural disasters and economic stability.
Florida is particularly vulnerable, which makes it even more important to work together and protect our community.
There鈥檚 an opportunity for everyone to be involved in the USF Climate Teach-In, no matter your discipline or role. Every action counts, and every voice matters. Together we have the power to build a more resilient future. Join us in making this USF Climate Teach-In the best one yet!
Plan to attend 2026 USF Climate Teach-In events in March, but don鈥檛 wait until then to get involved! You can make a difference today by learning more and taking action:
- |The top 100 solutions to solve climate change
- | Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change. UN organization of several thousand scientists compiling the world鈥檚 best science on climate change
- | Understanding the Inflation Reduction Act
- | How and what to recycle
- | 16 ways to take climate action