The University of Minnesota–Twin Cities is proud to be a host institution of the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education (AASHE) 2020 virtual Global Conference on Sustainability in Higher Education (GCSHE), October 20-22, 2020, and invite all students, faculty, and staff on the Twin Cities campus to participate. The University's participation as a host institution is made possible through support from It All Adds Up and Sustainability Education at the Institute on the Environment.
The GCSHE is the largest stage to exchange effective models, policies, research, collaborations, and transformative actions that advance sustainability in higher education and surrounding communities. Humanity faces a series of intensifying and interrelated social and ecological crises. Solving these crises requires a holistic transformation: a shift from an extractive economy to a regenerative economy. With a theme of “Mobilizing for a Just Transition,” this year’s conference will focus on centering justice within this transformation and ensuring that it leaves no one behind.
Several University of Minnesota staff, faculty, and students will present at this year's conference.
REGISTER NOW (FREE!)
Registration is open to all students, faculty, and staff on the Twin Cities campus. Use the host institution code UMNEDU081920 and your University email address to register for free!
SAVE THE DATE
Join our discussion session ahead of the conference for trips and tricks to get the most out of your AASHE conference experience!
- Friday, October 16th (check back soon for further details)
- 1:00-2:00pm: Faculty and Staff
- 2:30-3:30pm: Undergraduate, graduate, and professional students
Participate in the post-conference discussion session to share and reflect on what you learned and how we can all do better moving forward:
- Friday, October 30th (check back soon for further details)
- 1:00-2:00pm: Faculty and Staff
- 2:30-3:30pm: Undergraduate, graduate, and professional students
Learn more about the AASHE Conference
View the conference schedule at-a-glance
Check back soon for more information on the AASHE conference schedule and pre- and post-session information!
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