UNF: Nature & Health Center

The UNF Nature and Health Center, housed within the University of North Florida's Institute of Environmental Research and Education (IERE), officially launched at the UNF Nature and Health Symposium on September 26, 2025.

UNF was selected as the home of Florida's Chapter of the national Nature and Health Alliance, a national network dedicated to advancing research and evidenced-based education and community engagement at the intersection of nature and human health. UNF's selection to lead this state-wide hub and launch the Nature and Health Center highlights the university’s leadership in this rapidly growing field. The Center builds on a strong foundation of faculty expertise in nature and health, environmental education, and student success initiatives. It also aligns with the fast-growing Environmental Science B.S. programs, which is housed within IERE alongside the Center. The Center is also a proud member of the Campus Nature Rx Network.

Together, these efforts position the UNF Nature and Health Center as a dynamic platform for interdisciplinary research, student engagement, and community partnerships—driving innovation in human well-being and environmental stewardship across Northeast Florida and beyond.