n June 19, 1865, Major General Gordon Granger arrived in Galveston, TX, and announced the end of the Civil War and the end of slavery. It is on this day every year since that we celebrate “Juneteenth” as the end of slavery in the United States. It is a day that we celebrate ancestors and leaders who fought to be liberated. We celebrate their power, resiliency, and tenacity.
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LGBTQ+ Leaders and Organizations in Sustainability to Know About this Pride Month
The GREEN Program loves to celebrate love, and there is no better way to do that this month than by recognizing a few LGBTQ+ leaders and organizations that are making a difference not just in their own communities but for our planet altogether. Read below to learn more about some people and spaces that are working together to promote a better world that focuses on inclusion and equality.
Sustainability Abroad: The Transformative & Life-changing Power of Global Experiences
Meet Hiran Sattnapalli – an Electrical & Computer Engineering major from Carnegie Mellon who experienced Nepal with the help of a ShineOn scholarship.
Get to Know GREENie: Emma Pederson
Maryam Aida Tidjani got to experience a brand new kind of GREEN Program during the hard times the world was facing, a 100% Virtual and Online experience. Initially planning on traveling to Peru in 2021, the global pandemic continued to shift things around and we had to pivot all travel programs to Online experiences.
What’s New in Renewable Energy and Sustainability this Month
TGP’s monthly blog dedicated to renewable energy & sustainability. Created by TGP alumna and mechanical engineer Kayla Loy.
TGP’s Environmental Policies & Implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
The GREEN Program's Implementation of The Forum's Guidelines for Advancing the UN SDG's through...
Defending Reproductive Rights in the Battle for Climate Justice
Reproductive Justice is Climate Justice. The GREEN Program stands to defend the reproductive rights of all women and people who give birth to access safe reproductive health care. We must do more to educate others and understand the interconnection between Reproductive Justice and the Climate Crisis. It’s important to draw the connections between climate change, pollution, and reproductive rights.
What’s New in Renewable Energy and Sustainability this Month
TGP’s monthly blog dedicated to renewable energy & sustainability. Created by TGP alumna and mechanical engineer Kayla Loy.
5 Environmental Friendly Tips-and-Tricks to Get Involved for Clean Beaches Week (July 1-8)
For this year’s Clean Beaches Week (July 1-8), TGP encourages you all to Get Out and Take Action in a local clean up or campaign event in your area. To help understand how you can make a difference to our beaches this year, we put together 5 environmental friendly tips-and-tricks to consider this month.
An International Graduate Student Embraces Nepali Culture by Studying Abroad through Shine On Scholarship
On one hand, I believe that every student should be given a chance to study abroad at least once in their life, because it teaches us things that textbooks cannot: adaptability, resilience, curiosity, empathy, just to name a few. Whether good or bad, bursting our bubble and learning about our world will inspire us and open our minds. On the other hand, the people we interact with benefit from the diversity, because all of us bring unique perspectives to the table. Perhaps we share an idea that no one has thought of but could be key to solving a problem; we fuel the aspirations of someone who is facing similar difficulties; or help take down stereotypes.
Environmental Engineering Graduate Paves the Way for Women in STEM through a Renewable Energy & Sustainability Program in Iceland
I loved learning about the geothermal resources in Iceland and how they were used to both create electricity and heat homes. The way the country has harnessed their resources and used them in their everyday lives is so inspirational to me. I hope that the world will learn from Iceland and look for ways to be more sustainable.
What’s New in Renewable Energy and Sustainability this Month
TGP’s monthly blog dedicated to renewable energy & sustainability. Created by TGP alumna and mechanical engineer Kayla Loy.
5 Ways to Take Climate Action this Summer
are getting to work in a summer job! Whatever you may be up to this Summer, our team at TGP encourages you to stay engaged with your local community and stay involved in sustainable efforts where you can. We’ve put together a list of 5 things you can do this summer to take climate action!
Meet 8 AAPI Leaders in Sustainability: Across the Globe and At Home
The month of May is known to many as the end of classes and the start of Summer, but May is also known as Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. Our team at TGP wanted to take a moment to recognize the contributions and influence of AAPI Americans throughout history, culture, and achievements both on a global scale, and from those who are a bit close to home. We also encourage you to learn more about AAPI Heritage Month and get involved through additional resources.
From a Start Up to a Sustainability Study Abroad Program: How Patrick Applied his Passion for Renewable Energy in Iceland
When Fall 2021 rolled around and I saw the TGP scholarship opportunity, I thought I’d apply not expecting much. When I found out that I actually got it, I was like “I guess I’m actually doing this!”. I was a little nervous and anxious but also so excited for the opportunity! I was also grateful that the enrollment process was very smooth for me with no significant challenges along the way.
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Your first step is to complete and submit an application. Upon acceptance, a TGP member will reach out to you with your next steps for enrollment. We look forward to traveling with you soon! (Please note that spots fill on a first-come, first-serve basis.)