The Sustainable UF interns contribute to day-to-day tasks and projects for the Office of Sustainability. From social media posts to new ideas to research projects, they all help make UF a more sustainable place!

Office of Sustainability Intern Kendall Brockelman takes a visit to local zero waste refillery Life Unplastic to see what it is all about.

Seven outstanding individuals/groups were recognized this year for their contributions to sustainability and/or health and well-being at UF. Keep reading to earn more about each recipient!

Elizabeth “Rocket” Walker is all in on supporting the local community here in Gainesville. Whether she’s trying to save the springs, fighting gentrification, teaching science to the next generation, or simply working on conservation projects – she’s ready to do whatever it takes to make an impact.

Dustin Stephany, Sustainable Building Coordinator, has done so much to help improve green building certification standards at UF. He also has tons of wisdom to share about how he approaches sustainability. Keep reading to hear more about the influence of his Native American identity.

UF Marine Sciences major Chloe Schwab looks back on her incredible experiential learning opportunities to perform research across the world! She also reminds us that there is always time for small actions that can improve sustainability.

Go on a career journey with student favorite Dr. Stephen Mulkey to learn how he wound up teaching and designing climate change coursework here at UF.

Gali is a third-year transfer student from Mexico City. Her exciting internships will give her the perspective she needs to pursue a future in consulting that can help provide a more sustainable life to people worldwide.

Let’s spend some time reflecting on the past year by reviewing your sustainable commitments. Next, we will help you make adjustments and choose your new sustainability goals.

Dr. Harold “Hal” Knowles has been dedicated to sharing his passion for sustainability at UF for over two decades! He shares his favorite contributions with us and explains the importance of mentorship.