UF Sustainability Exploration Program

Experience the excitement of living on the UF campus, learning from faculty at a top five public university, and exploring your interests in sustainability and the built environment.

Embark on an exhilarating journey with the Sustainability Exploration Program (SEP)! This dynamic, two-week summer adventure transforms the University of Florida campus and the vibrant Gainesville community into a thrilling living laboratory. Designed exclusively for high school students aged 15 to 18, SEP offers a unique blend of hands-on learning and real-world problem-solving. Students will dive headfirst into an immersive experience where learning springs to life beyond the classroom walls, collaborating closely with seasoned faculty and industry professionals. SEP isn’t just about observing; it’s about doing, making, and impacting.

Through an engaging mix of cutting-edge seminars and adventurous field trips, students will understand the essential tools and technologies that are key to unraveling and solving the complex challenges of the 21st century. This isn’t just about learning sustainability; it’s about living it through smart community design and sustainable development. SEP is also a place where future leaders are forged, offering a glimpse into exciting career pathways and connecting your personal passions to sustainability in ways you’ve never imagined. Join SEP, and be part of a group of trailblazers shaping a greener, more sustainable future!