Alligator lays under a tree by a waterway.

Nominations Open for TESI Award for Excellence in Broader Impacts

The TESI Award for Excellence in Broader Impacts recognizes University of Florida (UF) faculty, staff, and students for outstanding broader impacts work that helps communicate and educate about Earth systems science topics for the benefit of Floridians and beyond.

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Apply to TESI’s Fall 2025 Environmental Leaders Fellowship

The University of Florida (UF) Thompson Earth Systems Institute (TESI) is hosting an Environmental Leaders Fellowship where students can gain hands-on experience in research, education, and civic engagement, all while fostering a sense-of-place in our own backyard.

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TESI Brings the Swamp for the Springs Campaign to Museum Fest

Despite the rain, guests from across the state flocked to Gainesville for Museum Fest to celebrate and connect with the Florida Museum of Natural History before it temporarily closes in late March. Read more to learn about TESI’s springs-themed outreach at Museum Fest.

swamp for the springs table featuring infographics and jarred fish specimens

Library Pop-up Brings Springs Awareness to UF Students

To spread awareness about Florida’s springs, TESI developed a pop-up exhibit at Marston Science Library — and it was a great success! This event was hosted by UF’s Marston Science Library in partnership with the Florida Museum of Natural History.