What does it take to sustain a global climate movement? 

In the latest episode of the Scholars Strategy Network podcast No Jargon, Public Policy/Political Science Postdoctoral Fellow Fernando Tormos Aponte shows how organizers are tackling the issue at all levels - from the floor of the UN to the hurricane devastated neighborhoods of Puerto Rico.

"Last year, climate change took center stage. With presidential candidates releasing bold plans to tackle the issue, massive protests organized by young people across the globe, and ever more dire reports coming out of the United Nations, this issue is getting attention unlike ever before. Dr. Fernando Tormos-Aponte discusses where climate organizing stands now, how some organizers are focusing on justice and equity in their work, and how this is all playing out in Puerto Rico after the devastation caused by Hurricane Maria in 2017"

I'm finding lots of interesting things!

Pick up from Fine Arts.

Contact Julie Rosenthal julier@umbc.edu

Please contact Julie Rosenthal, julier@umbc.edu

Thank you!!

We are looking forward to his arrival later this year, and in the meantime, you can learn more about his work here: https://oneill.indiana.edu/doctoral/student-profiles/ali-mir-usman.html

As the spring term fast approaches, we are about ready to have our election for a new board. So far we have almost enough candidates for a full board, but we would really like to see more participation from our membership!

Please consider running for a position! In particular, we need at least one more candidate (preferably more than one) for the member at large positions. This is a great way to get involved without having to do too much. And we would love to see some participation on the board from our CNMS colleagues!

If you are interested or have questions about any board positions, please email tbhalla@umbc.edu.

Many thanks!

Tamara

The program is a prestigious 4-week, 3-credit summer study abroad program. To be eligible for the fellowship, students must be a freshman or sophomore attending a Minority Serving Institution; eligible for a Federal Pell Grant; have a minimum 3.00 GPA; be a U.S. resident or reside in the U.S. with student status, national, or permanent residence. Contact the education abroad office for more information on how to apply.