Nelson Institute for Environmental Studies
University of Wisconsin–Madison

Environmental Events

Nelson Institute Featured Events

Sep
2

Nelson Welcome 2026

Join us for a coffee-and-donut open house to kickstart the new semester! All Nelson Institute faculty, staff, and students are welcome.

September 2, 2026    
9:00 am – 11:00 am
1343 Computer Sciences
Sep
14

Tales from Planet Earth Presents OVERBURDEN

Overburden follows rangers, scientists, and forest defenders who tend the land, protecting endangered species and sustaining livelihoods as a billion-dollar company falls short of promised support. 

September 14, 2026    
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Marquee Cinema, Union South
Sep
25

Rendezvous on the Terrace

Join the Nelson Institute for our annual gathering for alumni and friends, Rendezvous on the Terrace! Catch up with friends, meet fellow alumni, and chat with Nelson Institute students, faculty, and staff. Join us on September 25 for food, fun, and a celebration of our 2026 alumni award winners.

September 25, 2026    
5:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Memorial Union Tripp Commons

Events contact: Alessandra Rella, Outreach Specialist, arella@wisc.edu

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Video Library

View recordings of past events on topics ranging from climate change to environmental justice. The library includes videos from Nelson Institute signature events such as Earth Day, as well as seminars hosted by our research centers.

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Campuswide Environmental Events