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Sustainability Speaker Series explores the climate challenge through a social science lens
The Patel College of Global Sustainability welcomed Dr. Feng Hao, associate professor at the ÐÜèAVÃâ·Ñ, for a Sustainability Speaker Series exploring climate challenges from a social science perspective. Dr. Hao shared findings from his research examining the relationship between economic growth and carbon emissions.
September 21, 2026Events

From the Classroom to Ghana: USF Patel College Student Puts Water Sustainability into Practice
USF graduate student Cassidy Ezzi traveled to Ghana to conduct research on water quality, sanitation, and sea-level rise. Working with researchers, she collected and analyzed water samples while examining community challenges. The experience strengthened her understanding of global sustainability and will inform policy recommendations for improving water resilience.
August 26, 2026Student Spotlight

PCGS at the Economy for the Common Good International Conference
Professor Dr. Culhane went with PCGS students Chelsea Mandrigues and Zaid Alkhairi to ECGIC 2026 to present their opinions on the current state of sustainability and how we can move the world toward a more just place through community scale and home efforts. Both of our students had the chance to bring their perspective to the round table and the world.
July 6, 2026Events, Student Spotlight
SustainaBULLs in Flight: Going Green Conference
The Patel College’s participation in the Airports Going Green Conference reinforces USF’s leadership in advancing sustainability solutions for critical industries. Through research, partnerships, and education, PCGS continues to prepare future leaders to tackle global challenges in energy, water, food, and transportation.