Elmira College Teach-In on Climate and Justice
Elmira College Teach-In on Climate and Justice
Come join the entire EC Community to be part of the change during a day dedicated to critical dialogue and interactive simulations on practical, just climate solutions. This event is free and open to everyone including students, faculty, staff, and members of the community.
Check our event page for additional details. We'll add more schedule information as the event gets closer.
EVENTS
Upcycle Flea Market: 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., Class of 1963 Patio area outside Campus Center (Campus Center Portico if raining)
Donated household items, clothing, toys, and more, free for the taking. Help us ditch the landfill and upcycle!
Discussion Panels: Locations still TBD. 10:20 a.m.-11:20 a.m. and 1:15-2:15 p.m.,
Find a topic (see topics below) and engage with others. Be sure to bring your thoughts and questions to the discussion!
Interactive Fair: 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m., Campus Center
Find Environmental and Climate-Related Exhibitors in the Campus Center, including Climate Education Demos, a Fashion Demo, a “Climate in Your Country” table, a Career Engagement Session, Climate Modeling experiences, and MORE!
11:30 p.m.-1:00 p.m., Visit the vendors in the CC, answer some questions, and earn a chance to win a prize!
11:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m., A Low-Impact lunch option is available in the Dining Hall. Regular lunch swipe/cost applies. Cash and cards accepted.
DISCUSSION PANEL TOPICS:
Climate Crisis: A Geography of Justice - Climate and Justice
How religious viewpoints influence climate science and policy - Climate and Religion
The science of climate change - Climate Science and Solutions
Keeping your cool when temperatures and interactions heat up - Climate and Physical/Mental Wellbeing
Hot Climates, Hotter Tempers - Heat Impacts on Sports, Fitness, and Humans
Food for Thought - Climate’s impact on farming and the food industry
Don't Look Up', How Art and Media Are Used to Talk About Climate Change - Climate in art and media
Collective Action in the Face of Climate Crisis - Interactive Panel, see description below