Institute of Environmental Research and Education

Seed Grants — Applications open

Applications are now being accepting for the 2024 Seed Grants. Two grants in the amount of $10,000 will be awarded and funds can be used for the purchase of supplies and equipment, associated travel, faculty stipend, publishing fees and student wages. Proposals are reviewed by a committee of UNF faculty and are competitively awarded to the most meritorious proposals. The deadline for applications is Sunday, Nov. 5 at 11:59 p.m. Visit the Seed Grant website for additional information and the grant application.

Kappa Alpha Omicron Honors Society — Chapter Meeting 

Join us on Friday, October 6 in the IERE Office (Osprey Commons Bldg 16, Suite 3111) from 6-7 p.m. for the UNF Environmental Honor Society KAO interest and general chapter meeting.  Lite bites will be provided.  Please email Ruby Cox, the staff support member, for more details. 

Applications for Kappa Alpha Omicron are now open. The chapter provides students an opportunity to network with others who have academic and professional interests in the environment as well as provide an international network in the growing field of interdisciplinary environmental sciences. Learn more and apply to be a member.

Jacksonville Environmental Symposium

• Date: Friday, Oct. 13, 2023
• Location: Adam W. Herbert University Center
• Cost: Registration Closed

The Jacksonville Environmental Symposium presents a unique opportunity for members of the community to interact with the regulatory agencies responsible for developing and implementing environmental policy. The symposium provides valuable opportunities for communication and helps to further the goal of protecting our limited natural resources and improving the quality of life in Northeast Florida. 

This event is sponsored by the City of Jacksonville Environmental Protection Board and Institute of Environmental Research and Education.