Ada Inman

EPIC-N Invited to Present at the 2023 SRI Congress

By: Ada Inman “The Sustainability Research & Innovation (SRI) Congress is the world’s largest transdisciplinary gathering for the global sustainability community. The third edition of the SRI Congress, SRI2023, will be hosted by the National Secretariat of Science, Technology and Innovation of the Republic of Panama (SENACYT) and the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research […]

Project Spotlight: University of Oregon students present a development vision for downtown Tigard

TriMet is a public agency that operates a network of bus, light rail and commuter rail transit services throughout the Portland, Oregon region. The agency is currently in the middle of the Southwest Corridor (SWC) project, “an ongoing plan to expand its light rail system by adding a new 12-mile line in southwest Portland and […]

The University of Guadalajara Formalizes EPIC-N Membership Through Campus Event

By: Ada Inman On Friday, March 24th, the University of Guadalajara held a formal inauguration ceremony to commence their membership with the EPIC-Network. The mission of the University of Guadalajara’s EPIC Model program is to carry out collaborative work with local governments in the state of Jalisco to provide support and improve quality of life […]

Partnership Spotlight: Hat Yai Municipality and Thammasat University Partnered to Collect GIS Data on Public Green Spaces

Hat Yai Municipality plans to transform itself into a “Green City” while developing protocols to deal with its vulnerabilities. Even before COVID-19 impacted the municipality, it was already facing extensive challenges due to climate change and its location and elevation. The municipality plans to embrace flexibility in future urban design, taking potential disruptions into account. […]

EPIC-N Releases 2023 Award Nomination Forms

EPIC-N seeks to celebrate outstanding contributions by university programs and faculty partners through awards presented at the annual 2023 EPIC-Network Conference. Read below to learn about award eligibility and the nomination process. Register and find other conference details here. Partnership of the Year Award Purpose The purpose of this award is to honor programs that […]

Universidad de Guadalajara Joins the EPIC-Network

Universidad de Guadalajara’s program responds to the needs of the most vulnerable communities by supporting local governments. The projects developed within the framework of this program involve the university community, both students and professors, who are essential for its development. This program is under Dr. Antonio Sanchez Bernal, Director of the Division of Economy and […]

Universidad Veracruzana Launches an EPIC Model Program

Universidad Veracruzana (UV) is a public university that commits to directing its substantial knowledge base toward solutions of society’s needs. Since its creation, UV has engaged with communities, governments, civil NGOs, and the productive sector to contribute to the welfare of people. Through its Sustainability Master Plan 2023, the university promises that: 1) Its student […]

Call for EPIC-N Conference Organizing Volunteers

The EPIC-Network will host a conference and workshop for university representatives, local government officials, and organizational partners interested in adopting, adapting, and/or enhancing the EPIC Model for their institutions and communities. The free 2023 EPIC-Network Conference will be hosted virtually June 12-14, 2023. EPIC-N would like your help to make the conference a better experience […]

2023 EPIC-Network Conference Call for Proposals

The 2023 EPIC-Network Conference will be held virtually on June 12-14, 2023. EPIC-N is looking for presentations to support university and community practitioners who engage in various partnerships. Please find the 2023 Conference Call for Proposals below. How Can We Leverage Teaching, Research, and Service to Build a Better World? Unlocking the possibilities when teaching, […]

Montana State University Students Evaluate Storm Sewer Infrastructure Challenges in Bozeman

Located in southern Montana, the City of Bozeman is home to approximately 50,000 people. The Gallatin County seat offers a thriving arts scene, cultural festivals, farmers’ markets, and excellent outdoor recreation in nearby Paradise Valley, Yellowstone National Park, and the Gallatin Mountains. Local officials and residents value a sustainable, equitable, and participatory approach to community planning […]

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