Urgent Call for Climate Action with UN Convention for Conserving River Deltas

People in a boat on the Mekong River

There are chronic, emerging challenges, each with its own set of cascading impacts involving water issues across the globe, especially for developing nations. Flooding in both highland and lowland areas tends to have devastating impacts on food production, housing, clean drinking water supplies and infrastructure. These impacts are more pronounced across Asia and Africa due to poor infrastructure development and response strategies. Continue reading “Urgent Call for Climate Action with UN Convention for Conserving River Deltas”

Catamount Life Skills Program for Students Launched

An illustration of several colorful apartment buildings with the title of Catamount Life Skills.

The UVM Department of Community Development and Applied Economics (CDAE) and the Vermont Attorney General’s Consumer Assistance Program (CAP) are pleased to announce the launch of the Catamount Life Skills series. This engaging educational series will help UVM students learn about important life skills to successfully thrive in Burlington and beyond. Continue reading “Catamount Life Skills Program for Students Launched”

August 5 is Morgan Horse Farm Vermont Day

A woman is riding a brown Morgan horse in a fenced field while another woman holds a long lead to the horse's reins.
Photo credit: Emily Baker

The UVM Morgan Horse Farm’s Vermont Day is just around the corner! Join them on Saturday, August 5, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. for their signature annual open house event. This wonderful event features demonstrations of the Morgan horse’s versatility, utility, and training progression. The farm is located at 74 Battell Drive in Weybridge, VT. Continue reading “August 5 is Morgan Horse Farm Vermont Day”