Lessons learned from a collaboration process for implementing interdisciplinary sustainability education with the food-energy-water (FEW) nexus

Presenter Information

Caterina B. Azzarello, University of Northern ColoradoFollow
Chelsie Romulo Dr., University of Northern ColoradoFollow
Bhawani VenkataramanFollow
Susan Caplow Dr., St. Thomas UniversityFollow
Shamili Ajgaonkar Dr., College of DuPageFollow
Craig R. AllenFollow
Aavudai Anandhi, Florida Agricultural and Mechanical UniversityFollow
Steven Anderson, University of Northern ColoradoFollow
Katja Brundiers, University of FreiburgFollow
Eunice Blavascunas, Whitman CollegeFollow
Jenny M. Dauer, University of Nebraska - LincolnFollow
Daniel L. Druckenbrod, Rider UniversityFollow
Ennea FairchildFollow
Lydia R. Horne Dr., Unity CollegeFollow
Kyungsun Lee
Marizvkuru Mwale Dr., University of VendaFollow
John Mischler
Emily PappoFollow
Nirav S. Patel
Nicole D. Sintov, Oregon State UniversityFollow
Carla S. Ramsdell
Shirley G. VincentFollow

Presentation Type

Poster

Track

Research

Keywords

Sustainability education, FEW Nexus, Interdisciplinary programs, Sustainable Development Goals, Key competencies, Inquiry-based learning

Brief Summary

This extended abstract highlights the role of the Food-Energy-Water (FEW) Nexus as a tool for fostering sustainability education and supporting the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). It emphasizes the integration of key sustainability competencies, such as systems thinking and problem-solving, within interdisciplinary environmental programs (IEPs). Drawing on literature and real-world examples, the abstract illustrates how the FEW Nexus serves as a framework to address complex global challenges by connecting content knowledge with actionable solutions. Additionally, it shares lessons from a collaborative manuscript involving over 20 authors, showcasing strategies to engage students in developing skills for transformative societal change.

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(2) Higher Education