Sustainability Teaching Network
Are you currently teaching sustainability or are interested in learning more about it?
Both academic and professional staff are welcome to join the new Sustainability Teaching Network (STN), a community of staff who are intrigued to learn more about what is going on in this space and what might be possible in the future.
Network seminars will be held monthly via Zoom. Each meeting will feature two staff members sharing their teaching practice, breakout group discussions, and updates on any relevant opportunities.
* UoA staff login required.
For general enquires, please email: stn@auckland.ac.nz
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Regular seminars
Friday 28 March 2025, 1 – 2pm
Andrea Kolb: Reflections on five years of sustainability teaching: How to empower students to implement proven sustainability actions in industry?
Wender Martins: Innovate 100G: Design thinking to drive creative and sustainable solutions for real world problems.
Friday 16 May 2025, 1 – 2pm
More info to follow
Friday 8 August 2025, 1 – 2pm
More info to follow
Friday 3 October 2025, 1 – 2pm
More info to follow
Join the STN Organising Committee
We invite you to join our team and contribute your expertise and enthusiasm. Your involvement would be invaluable in shaping our network and making impactful decisions.
Benefits of joining
- Community impact: Positively influence the teaching community.
- Professional development: Enhance leadership, project management, and organisational skills.
- Recognition: Receive recognition for your contributions.
- Personal growth: Experience personal satisfaction and growth by supporting a meaningful cause.
How to get involved
If you’re interested or have questions, please contact us at stn@auckland.ac.nz.
Call for presenters
We welcome presentations on a wide range of sustainability-related topics, including:
- Sustainable curriculum development
- Teaching strategies for sustainability
- Integrating sustainability into disciplines (case studies)
- Student engagement and experiential learning
- Assessment methods
- Industry partnerships in teaching and learning
Focus for 2025: External engagement and collaboration
Share your experiences integrating industry and community collaborations into sustainability-focused courses.
Why present?
- Visibility: Showcase your expertise to a diverse audience.
- Networking: Connect with like-minded professionals.
- Contribution: Advance sustainability education and inspire others.
How to participate
Email the organisers (stn@auckland.ac.nz) with your topic and availability.
Teaching and Learning for a Sustainable World
In between our regular meetings we invite you to join us for the Teaching and Learning for a Sustainable World seminar series.