Edison State College to Host Designing to Thrive Event
Mar 19, 2014
Edison State College and its partners are hosting Designing to Thrive, a conference that is part of the Biennial Colloquium Education for a New Humanity. This annual conference focusses on urban development coexisting in a natural ecosystem. It is free and open to the public.
There are two informative and educational sessions: Sustainable Design & Construction and Sustainable Urban Agriculture. Panelists will share how balancing the needs of interested groups allows for prosperity and growth that can be a positive part of all aspects in our area – Planet, People, Profit. Join the discussion on innovative design solutions that address environmental challenges and can help us build sustainable and healthy communities.
The event will take place from noon to 6 p.m. on Wednesday, April 2, 2014 on the Fort Myers Campus of Edison State College in building AA, room 177. Please use “Open Parking” lots indicated on the campus map, which can be found at http://www.edison.edu/assets/pdf/about/lee_campus_map_2014.pdf. It is recommended that attendees use the larger “Open Parking” lots around the BB Mann Performing Arts Hall and walk to Building AA as classes will be in session.
Schedule:
1:00 – 1:20 pm Welcome Remarks
1:20 – 3:15 pm Panel on Sustainable Urban Agriculture
Facilitated by Sean Posey, Eastern Gateway Community College, Ohio.
Solutions to Food Deserts; Edible Landscapes; Permaculture; Community Gardens; Aquaponics.
3:30 – 6:00 pm Panel on Sustainable Design & Construction
Facilitated by Paul Shahriari, Green Mind, Inc.
Integrated Design for Mixed Use; Incorporating Green Practices in Building Codes; Sustainable Goals Become Reality; Sustainable Storm Water Design; Transportation Design.
Please RSVP via email to Charlene.Wolfe@edison.edu.
The event flyer with the detailed agenda is available at http://www.edison.edu/newhumanity/designing. *AICP/CM credits pending approval.
Celebrating more than 50 years of excellence, Edison State College is Southwest Florida’s largest, most accessible and ranked nationally as one of the most affordable institutions of higher education. Serving more than 22,000 students per year regionally, nationally, and internationally, students are also active in a wide variety of clubs and programs that cater to their interests. Nationally, Edison State is ranked 45th among associate degree producers and 26th for its prestigious associate producing Nursing program.
Last Updated: March 19, 2014
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