Join Dr. Henderson as she explores what it means to research climate science while becoming a mother, and how this ultimately led her into politics and public art. Humanity navigates the world through stories, shaping our understanding and driving our actions. This event, inspired by Anna Farro Henderson's insightful book, Core Samples, delves into the profound potential of narrative to galvanize action on climate change. Henderson's work, a unique blend of personal essays rooted in her experiences as a climate scientist and policy expert, reveals the human dimensions of scientific research, political negotiation, and the systemic challenges faced by women and mothers in these fields. Through vivid storytelling – from far-flung scientific expeditions to intimate moments in labs and legislative halls – Core Samples illuminates the often-messy realities behind climate science and policy. This event will explore how embracing these authentic, human-centered narratives can bridge the gap between scientific understanding and public engagement, fostering the empathy, connection, and urgency necessary to accelerate meaningful climate action. By examining the power of personal experience, scientific discovery, and political realities as told through compelling stories, we aim to inspire new approaches to communicating climate change and mobilizing collective will for a sustainable future. Originally published at reilly.nd.edu.

Join Notre Dame Sustainability for a walk around campus to experience the beauty of Notre Dame. Participants will learn about some of the sustainability initiatives and investments happening at the University that may otherwise go unseen! Only 20 spots are available, so don't wait to sign up!  Register for the tourThis event is open to the public and will be weather permitting. Please be prepared to wear comfortable shoes and clothes for walking. Unable to attend the tour in person? Experience it virtually.

Balancing social, economic, and environmentally sustainable practices requires revolutionary action. While climate change, biodiversity loss, socio-political polarization, pollution, public health, and other related issues remain vital concerns, no outcomes are predetermined. Through individual initiatives and collaborative efforts in the near and distant future, humanity is still capable of both mitigating or even reversing adverse trends. A just and sustainable future is within our power. The second Annual National Sustainability Society (NSS) conference, taking place at the University of Notre Dame, welcomes those in academia, industry, nonprofits, and governments to come together and share contributions that focus on transformative change for a just and sustainable future. The NSS especially encourages submissions from emerging scholars and early career professionals. NSS considers contributions that showcase both research and application. Scholarship on sustainability topics, work featuring case studies, best practices, collaborative interdisciplinary or cross-sectoral projects, or other works that connect to the NSS conference themes are welcome. NSS welcomes panel discussions, symposia, individual presentations, flash talks, posters, spark sessions, and workshop contributions on the following sub-themes:Putting sustainability research to work Fostering collaboration for a just and sustainable future AI for (or against?) sustainability Cultivating transformative change in agriculture Moving forward with sustainable transportation Transforming the future of sustainability through the humanities Spirituality as a catalyst for sustainability transformation A just and circular futureFor complete theme descriptions, submission guidelines, key dates, and other information, please visit the NSS website. Contact NSS at info@thenss.org

Registration is now open for the 2nd Annual National Sustainability Society (NSS) conference, which welcomes those in academia, industry, nonprofits, and governments to come together and share contributions that focus on transformative change for a just and sustainable future. Emerging scholars and early career professionals are especially welcome! Contributions inspired by a set of 8 subthemes will be accepted through May 18: submit today!  All attendees must register through the NSS website. Student attendees and non-profits have the option of discounted registration fees. This event is sponsored by the National Sustainability Society and the Pulte Institute.

The National Catholic-Muslim Dialogue (NCMD) of the United States Catholic Conference of Bishops (USCCB) is thrilled to announce the Covenant with Earth research paper and essay competition that explores the topics and concerns raised in Laudato Si’: On Care for Our Common Home and Al-Mizan: Covenant for the Earth. The NCMD invites high schoolers, undergraduate students, and graduate students to share their perspective on Catholic and Muslim responses to the ecological crisis and pathways of thought and action toward care for the earth.   For more information, click this link to download the flyer for the NCMD research paper and essay competition.