Earth Day Fair 2023
Dickson Court NorthUCLA's annual Earth Day Fair is held by E3's Earth Month Campaign. This year, the theme is Conservation and Biodiversity, with an aim to educate the community about ecological issues and preserving natural habitats. This is an activities fair where students can find organizations that they may be interested in and participate in educational activities, […]
Landscapes of Political Memory – Mini-Conference
Kaplan Hall 193 415 Portola Plaza, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesMihaela Mihai, Senior Lecturer in Political Theory at the University of Edinburgh. Dr. Mihai will give a lecture on "Representing Environmental Grief" on Wednesday, April 19th at 4:00pm. In addition, Dr. Mihai will participate in several other events, including a mini-conference of graduate student work.
Earth Day Celebration at West Los Angeles College
West L.A. College 9000 Overland Avenue, Culver City, CA, United StatesBe part of the press event kicking off the opening of the CA Center for Climate Change Education! Hear from Assemblymember Isaac G. Bryan, Mayor Karen Bass, the Los Angeles Community College District Chancellor, and WLAC's President about this first-of-its-kind resource that prepares students for careers in the clean energy and climate technology industries. Admission […]
LASAN’s Earth Day LA 2023 at Hyperion
Hyperion Water Reclamation Plant 12505 Vista Del Mar, Playa Del Rey, CA, United StatesLA Sanitation & Environment's (LASAN) signature event is back in full force with over 40 educational (and fun) exhibitors, City vehicles to explore, tons of photo ops, a kids zone, games, prizes, and free food & beverages, while supplies last. LASAN will also be hosting composting workshops at the event! In the spirit of environmental […]
Earth Day Restoration Event and Picnic
Stone Canyon Creek UCLA, by Charles E Young Dr North and Collins Center and Gold HallVolunteer at Stone Canyon Creek for invasive species removal and cleanup. There will be a picnic afterwards with snacks and games.
UC Master Gardeners at Pico Farmers Market
Pico Farmers Market 2233 Pico Blvd., Santa Monica, CA, United StatesVisit with the UC Master Gardeners at the Saturday Pico Farmers Market. The booth is filled with free advice on how to care for plants, how to troubleshoot a gardening problem, and much more. Free seeds and seedlings are available on a limited basis. Market attendance is subject to change based on weather and holidays.
Santa Monica Earth Day: Butterfly Celebration
Montana Branch Library 1704 Montana Avenue, Santa Monica, CA, United StatesKick off Earth Day with a butterfly storytime on the patio, followed by activity and information stations with butterfly crafts, pollinator gardening, and more! Free milkweed seed packets available while supplies last. For families.
Levan Institute for the Humanities Book Chats—Christina Dunbar-Hester, Oil Beach: How Toxic Infrastructure Threatens Life in the Ports of Los Angeles and Beyond
OnlineA discussion of Christina Dunbar-Hester's book, Oil Beach: How Toxic Infrastructure Threatens Life in the Ports of Los Angeles and Beyond (University of Chicago Press, 2023). The author will be joined in conversation by Ashley Carse (Vanderbilt University) and Deborah Cowen (University of Toronto), moderated by Juan De Lara (USC). Co-sponsored by the Center on […]
Hill’s Food for Thought – Interfaith & Sustainability
UCLA Covel Commons, Grand Horizon Room 330 De Neve Dr, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesThe Interfaith Living Learning Community (LLC) is excited to announce its very first time Hill-wide Food 4 Thought. Every week, LLC students engage amongst themselves in powerful and meaningful conversations where they learn about views and lifestyles from others that are different from their own. Now, The LLC is bringing this program to everyone on […]
Social Impact Consulting: Accelerating Impact in Nonprofits and For-profits
Marion Anderson Hall Grand Salon 110 Westwood Plaza, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesSpeakers Aviva Altmann ('13), Principal, The Bridgespan Group Jennifer Li Shen, Co-Founder and Senior Partner, Blue Garnet Gayle Northrop ('96), Adjunct Assistant Professor, UCLA Anderson; President, Northrop Nonprofit Consulting (Moderator) The panel will discuss leveraging the tools of consulting, research and strategy to accelerate systematic change in the nonprofit and for-profit arenas. It will explore […]
Under the Redwoods: A Sempervirens Fund Webinar Series – “Redwoods as Elderflora | Jared Farmer”
OnlineJoin author and historian Jared Farmer for an introduction to his book Elderflora: A Modern History of Ancient Trees, and a conversation about new ways to think about redwoods—on the individual, population, and species level—and about what our past with redwoods means for their future. REGISTER HERE Webinars are the last Tuesday of each month […]
A Conversation with Paul Ehrlich
OnlineJoin the Stanford Woods Institute for the Environment for a conversation with population ecologist and environmental activist Paul R. Ehrlich, who will discuss his life and work with Woods Institute Director Chris Field following the publication of Ehrlich’s autobiography, Life: A Journey Through Science and Politics. In a career spanning more than 60 years, Ehrlich, […]
UCLA Administration Student Job Fair & Forum
UCLA Covel Commons, Grand Horizon Room 330 De Neve Dr, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesExplore student and career job opportunities, network with your peers, and learn how you can build a career with UCLA Administration. Listen to a discussion panel of employed UCLA alums sharing their journey from student employees to seasoned professionals. This is an excellent opportunity to learn about different career paths, network, and connect with potential […]
Documentary: Breaking Boundaries, The Science of Our Planet
UCLA Anderson Cornell Hall Room D301 110 Westwood Plaza, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesScreening of "Breaking Boundaries" a 2021 documentary narrated by David Attenborough on the climate crisis. It illustrates a revolutionary framework, outlined by the Swedish scientist and environmental science professor Johan Rockström, of nine planetary thresholds that determine the sustainability of life on Earth today. The event will close with an open discussion on the potential […]
Free Food from the Dining Halls
Conference Room 1 in the Student Activities Center Basement 220 Westwood Plaza, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesBruin Dine is a student-run organization founded in 2018 that works to bridge the gap between food waste and food insecurity by recovering food from the UCLA dining halls that would have otherwise been thrown away and redistributing it. Open to everyone, bring your own container and utensils.
Impact Investing: The New Face of Venture Capital
Marion Anderson Hall Grand Salon 110 Westwood Plaza, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesThe percentage of VC funding going to underrepresented founders remains stubbornly and depressingly low. These panelists are here to change that. This event will highlight VC investors in Los Angeles using capital as a vehicle to make the startup ecosystem more inclusive and innovative. Speakers Laurel Mintz, Founder and General Partner, Fabric VC Austin Clements, […]
LA Green Jobs – Virtual Career Fair
OnlineHello, green job seekers! Join the LA Green Jobs: Virtual Career Fair brought to you by USGBC-LA! If you’re looking for an opportunity to speak directly with hiring managers in the sustainability industry for the built environment, this is a great opportunity for you. REGISTER HERE Participating Companies TBA Location: Online Past Participating Companies Include: […]
Food Tech and Sustainability: Building Circular Food Systems
Bioscience LA 4130 Overland Ave, Culver City, CA, United StatesThe panel will discuss the importance of building circular food systems while elevating food ingredients' highest use potential. Agriculture represents one of the most carbon intensive industries of the modern era and new technologies are arising to reduce waste and improve agricultural practices. This event discusses how it is imperative to move beyond the idea […]
T.R.E.E. Talks: Designing for Now
NeueHouse Hollywood 6121 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesDesign impacts everything we do - from the spaces we inhabit, to the clothes we wear, to the images we see. Join us for a panel conversation exploring how designers are creating sustainable solutions for today. It's one thing to design for the future; these professionals are implementing actionable change that address our environment. Featuring […]
IEEE x WATT Rivian Rebelle Rally Screening + Q&A
Kaplan Hall 169 415 Portola Plaza, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesInterested in automotive engineering? Rivian is hosting a screening about the Rebelle Rally participants and encouraging more women to pursue to the field. There will be a Q&A after the film screening and a chance to network over food! This event is intended to support women’s experiences in automotive and engineering industry. We strongly encourage […]