Join The Nature Conservancy for a panel series exploring “Nature and Our Future. World-class scientists and analysts explore solutions to some of our planet’s most critical challenges: February 28, 6:30-8 p.m. “Where Will the Water of the Future Come From?” March 21, 6:30-8 p.m. “The Limits of the Planet: A Debate” featuring Chief Scientist Peter Kareiva.
Run for SUMASA Executive Board – Applications due Friday, March 29th
The SUMA student community is an important and unique aspect of the SUMA experience. The Student Association plays an integral role in the development of this community. If you are interested in taking an active role in student life, please consider running for a position on the Executive Board.
SUMASA General Assembly Meeting for SUMA Community – Wednesday, March 13th
Please join the SUMASA Board for the spring semester General Assembly Meeting on Wednesday, March 13th at 8pm in 209 Havemeyer. This will be an opportunity to connect with classmates and discuss important upcoming events for the SUMA community. We will be discussing the following exciting topics: The Sustainable Perspectives Symposium on March 30th and how you can get involved! Upcoming SUMASA Board Elections - Opportunities for leadership! New program collaboration through Courseworks, and Student feedback and community discussion.
Editor’s Night, “Writing About Global Science for the International Media” – Tuesday, March 12th
Guests are invited to attend Editor's Night, a regular feature of "Writing About Global Science for the International Media." Speakers on Tuesday, March 12th, an auspicious day, at 6:45 are: Fred Guterl, editor of Scientific American Leah Finnegan, op-ed desk, the New York Times, formerly, college editor, the Huffington Post. Room 208, Lewisohn Hall. As there's limited seating, please email Prof. Claudia Dreifus at cd2106@columbia.edu, if you'd like to attend. Please do not come earlier than 6:45; they'll be a regular class being in session till then.
Women & Sustainability: Communications and Team Leadership Workshop, Tuesday, March 12th
Please join the Women and Sustainability Group for a workshop on: "Enhancing your Communications and Team Leadership skills." on Tuesday, March 12th at 8:15pm. Location 309 Hamilton. As women in sustainability, communication and team leadership skills are critical for establishing yourself in the industry. Learning how to write and communicate a compelling value proposition as well as take advantage of the diversity of members in your immediate or wider team are two examples of enhancing these skills. Please join returning workshop speaker Mary Sue Clark, in discussing techniques and strategies to get your point across confidently and effectively and how to take advantage of team settings.
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