Green Student Organizations

You want to work on a Green project?  You feel you need to connect with what matters? 
Join the Student Government ECO Agency,
and start making a difference for a greener U!
Meet ECO Agency's Executive team

Ainsley is the current chair of the environment and conservation organization (ECO) and is very excited for the next year. She is majoring in Chemistry with a minor in political science. If you have any questions about how to join ECO- contact her at aah178@miami.edu  My name is Pavan Gudoor and I am currently a senior from Coral Springs, Florida. I’m pursuing a major in Computer Science and am part of the Pre-Med Track.  I’m very excited for my journey as an ECO Agency Vice-Chair External and look forward to this school year!  prg57@miami.edu  My name is Megan Piller and I am incredibly excited to be serving as ECO Agency’s Vice-Chair Internal for this year! I am a dual degree in Microbiology and Immunology as well as Public Health- subject areas that have inspired my pursuit of climate justice and sustainability at UM. mep233@miami.edu 
                                                          

The following organizations are recruiting for the Fall 2022 semester

Founded in 2012, ECO Agency is the umbrella organization under Student Government that includes the committees: ECO Board, Food Recovery Network, Green Committee, ECO Reps, and the Green Organization Coalition (GOC). You have a project for UM to become more sustainable? Your idea could help us reduce our carbon footprint, our water footprint, enhance our recycling programs or start an educational campaign! Contact ECO Board, if your application qualifies, your project could be eligible for funding.
Contact ECO Chair Ainsley Hilliard at aah178@miami.edu 

Welcome to our Fall 2022 freshmen!
What better way to start the semester than owning this new reusable utensil kit from Student Government ECO Agency!

Take our Sustainable Living Module. 

Become an Eco-Rep ! 
Are you a student resident at UM with a passion for the environment, or do you just want to have a positive impact on your peers and improve sustainability on your campus? Start helping your fellow residents on environmental issues like waste reduction, energy and water conservation. Apply now, visit ECO Rep. Contact greenu@miami.edu
Become a Green Committee member! 
Small groups of students passionate about the environment and willing to volunteer to help with event logistics, take on innovative projects and make their school, department, lab or office more sustainable. Contact sgecoagency@miami.edu
UThrift is UM's free on-campus thrift store that takes place every Wednesday at the Farmer's Market! 
We are looking for individuals with a passion for sustainability and fashion to volunteer at the booth on Wednesdays and contribute to UThrift's development as a sustainable thrift store. Apply now at miami.edu/uthrift

Food Pantry
Over 30% of everything we produce ends up in the trash, meanwhile there are over 200,000 people who are food insecure living in Miami-Dade county alone!

 Anyone interested in joining our chapter, applying for a leadership position. Contact greenu@miami.edu for more information, visit the UM food Pantry

GRADUATE STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS

Green Grad Group
If you are a graduate student who cares about our environment, join the Green Grad Group. Help unfold the disposable plastic free campaign at the U!
Contact Leyna Stemle at leynastemle@miami.edu  for more information. Learn more

Planetary One Health at Miller School of Medicine
If you are student in the School of Medicine, join our Green Team! In collaboration with Student Government, our group of passionate students promote current programs like the Green Lab program and work on new initiatives. Learn more, visit our SGC at Miller page. 

The Miller Food and Herb Garden needs your help: contact Monika Chojnacka,  mxc2354@miami.edu  

The Climate Medicine Interest Group, contact  Ryan Jacob Scheinkman, scheinkman@med.miami.edu

RSMAS Sustainability Initiative with the Marine Science Graduate Student Organization
Join a group of RSMAS graduate students to make our campus greener and educate our peers on living more sustainably. Visit RSMAS Sustainability Initiative. Contact Demerlis, Allyson Nicole allyson.demerlis@rsmas.miami.edu 
Sustainable Business Club
Environmental Law Society

 

For local food lovers and gardeners at UM:

Plant Based Canes is spreading awareness to the University of Miami community on living a plant-based lifestyle: Plant Based Canes: promoting the health, environmental, and ethical benefits of a plant based lifestyle. @PlantBasedUM   

Join the UMiami USGBC Students

U.S. Green Building Council Students is a group for all students who are interested in sustainable (green) building and urbanization. We are constantly working to create a greener campus, and raise awareness both on campus and in the community. Visit UMiami USGBC Students

UM Climate Reality Project

We are 100% Committed to switching UM to 100% renewable
electricity by 2030.Visit our FB page; Learn more about us

  

 

To find more UM Student organizations that have an impact on sustainability progress on campus and in the community, contact greenu@miami.edu or visit the Butler Center for Service and Leadership. Don't forget to check what's new on SASO Engage.

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Welcome to the “Sustainability at the U” module

Are you a freshman, transfer student or resident on campus?
Check out this video on all the great green features our beautiful campus has to offer and hear what President Frenk has to say about Sea Level Rise in our region.
In this module you will learn about renewable energy, water conservation, and proper recycling in Miami Dade.

 

After viewing the video, please take this short survey. It will help you learn how to play your part at keeping our campus eco-friendly. To inquire about all the things you can do to make your campus more sustainable, reach out to Green U, our Office of Sustainability.
If you want to get even more involved and leave a green legacy on campus, contact our Student Government ECO agency.
Thank you and keep it Green!

 

For local food lovers and gardeners at UM:

Plant Based Canes is spreading awareness to the University of Miami community on living a plant-based lifestyle: Plant Based Canes: promoting the health, environmental, and ethical benefits of a plant based lifestyle. @PlantBasedUM 

Join the UMiami USGBC Students

U.S. Green Building Council Students is a group for all students who are interested in sustainable (green) building and urbanization. We are constantly working to create a greener campus, and raise awareness both on campus and in the community. Visit UMiami USGBC Students

UM Climate Reality Project

We are 100% Committed to switching UM to 100% renewable
electricity by 2030.Visit our FB page; Learn more about us

  

 

To find more UM Student organizations that have an impact on sustainability progress on campus and in the community, contact greenu@miami.edu or visit the Butler Center for Service and Leadership. Don't forget to check what's new on SASO Engage.

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Welcome to the “Sustainability at the U” module

Are you a freshman, transfer student or resident on campus?
Check out this video on all the great green features our beautiful campus has to offer and hear what President Frenk has to say about Sea Level Rise in our region.
In this module you will learn about renewable energy, water conservation, and proper recycling in Miami Dade.

 

After viewing the video, please take this short survey. It will help you learn how to play your part at keeping our campus eco-friendly. To inquire about all the things you can do to make your campus more sustainable, reach out to Green U, our Office of Sustainability.
If you want to get even more involved and leave a green legacy on campus, contact our Student Government ECO agency.
Thank you and keep it Green!

 

The local Miami nonprofit Debris Free Oceans is hiring for 2 positions

The first role is for the "Chef Andrew" Internship which is a six-month internship program that  seeks students that are passionate about engaging communities with education and outreach to address plastic pollution! The internship is a very flexible role as the students schedule the dates for their 2 monthly education presentations and hosted 1 cleanup each month. After completing the requirements the intern is eligible for a $1,500 stipend to help cover school costs. Find out more information and apply here!

The second role is a part-time position as our Events and Communications Coordinator. This role is responsible for executing DFO's events throughout the community and effectively communicating DFO's mission to the world through visual and written communication! This role focusing on event organizing, social media management, newsletter creation, and additional responsibilities outlined in the application. The position pays $15-$20 (depending on experience). And you can find out more information and apply here! 

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