Student Events
USF Climate Teach-In
What is the Climate Teach-In?
A “teach-in” 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 6th Annual USF Climate Teach-In will be a week-long series of events held from March 29 - April 4, 2027, meant to inspire and involve students in a conversation about climate solutions. The Climate Teach-In at USF is part of the Worldwide Climate Justice Education Week, a global initiative from the graduate program in sustainability at Bard College in New York.
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 USF. Designed and led by students, the student organization provides a platform for passionate peers to come together and drive meaningful social change.
To prepare for the 6th Annual Climate Teach-In, the Climate Teach-In Executive Board has been working hard to make the event bigger and better than ever. We can’t wait for you to be part of USF’s largest environmental event!
5th Annual USF Climate Teach-In Career Fair
Want to Get Involved? Look No Further!
General Body Meetings:
- Origami Night — Wednesday, Oct. 7 | 7 - 9 p.m. | JPH 1319
- Environmental Debate — Wednesday, Oct. 21 | TBD
- Junk Journaling — Wednesday, Nov. 4 | TBD
Become a CTI Intern:
Apply here by Oct. 9 at 11:59 p.m. to become a USF Climate Teach-In Intern and support our Outreach, Events, and/or Marketing Committees!
Follow the USF Climate Teach-In on Instagram @usf_cti and LinkedIn, or join their GroupMe for more updates.
why it matters
Climate education and action are crucial because climate change affects every part of our lives — 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’s 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 the 2027 USF Climate Teach-In the best one yet!
Plan to attend 2027 Climate Teach-In events when they are announced, but don’t wait until then to get involved in climate action! You can make a difference today by learning more and taking action:
- What is Climate Change
- Drawdown.org |The top 100 solutions to solve climate change
- IPCC Report | Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change. UN organization of several thousand scientists compiling the world’s best science on climate change
- The Biggest Climate Bill of Your Life - But What does it DO!? | Understanding the Inflation Reduction Act
- Hillsborough County Recycling | How and what to recycle
- Top Individual Level Actions | 16 ways to take climate action
2026 USF Climate Teach-In Community Partners
- ASTRA & Friends
- City of Tampa Government
- Hillsborough County Solid Waste Management Department
- Keep Pinellas Beautiful
- Keep Tampa Bay Beautiful
- LineWorks Engineering, LLC
- Ocean Rescue Alliance International
- Pasco County Board of County Commissioners
- Patel College of Global Sustainability
- Pinellas County Government
- Pinellas County Solid Waste Management Department
- Renüable
- Solar and Energy Loan Fund
- Tampa Bay Watch
- Tombolo Books
- Triumvirate Environmental
- USF Center for Career and Professional Development
- USF Office of National Scholars
- Vertical Ventures