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Presidio Graduate School Finds a New Home at the University of Redlands Marin Campus

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Change is a fundamental aspect of growth and development, and educational institutions are no exception. As announced in December 2023, Presidio Graduate School is in the process of merging with the University of Redlands, and as one important step, began hosting classes on its northern California campus in September 2023. This strategic move marks a …

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10 Reasons Why an Environmental Career is For You

Sustainability

Defining your career trajectory is an exciting time in your life. If you’re interested in helping to care for and protect the planet and be a part of solutions for sustainability, an environmental career may be the perfect path to explore. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), thousands of jobs will be added in …

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Top 8 Issues in Sustainability in 2023 and How You Can Make an Impact on Them

Sustainability

For four days in a row at the beginning of August, Earth recorded its highest average global temperature ever, a fact that — coupled with some devastating storms — has pushed climate change back into the national news cycle. But for many of us, the focus on sustainability and long-term environmental change isn’t just a …

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ESG’s Moment

Sustainability

Knowledge is only powerful if you earn the trust of your stakeholders. This was a key theme of Presidio alum and 2023 commencement keynote speaker Sunya Norman’s commencement address to Presidio’s graduating class of 2023. Norman, the VP of ESG Strategy and Engagement at Salesforce and a Presidio MBA in Sustainable Management graduate, shared advice …

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Presidio Alum Erich Fleck Lands Competitive Two-Year Presidential Management Fellowship

Presidio News

Meet Erich Fleck, an MPA alum, who shares insight on the rigorous PMF application process, why Presidio’s MPA program resonated with him, and his hopes for helping future generations of mission-driven leaders grow in public service careers. Hello, Erich! Thanks for connecting. Can you tell us where you currently work? I recently started working as …

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Presidio Alums Are Making Waves At South Pole

Sustainability, Community, Student Experience

South Pole, founded in 2006, began as a carbon offset project developer and has expanded into offering a wide variety of sustainability consulting services, impact investments, digital solutions, and more. The even cooler part? It currently employs a group of Presidio alums! Read more to learn about the incredible work happening at South Pole and …

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How A Greenhouse Project Is Supporting The Resurgence Of Small-Scale Agriculture In The Ozarks

Sustainability

Alum John Chiles on how, alongside his father – also a BGI/Presidio alum – he became involved with Ozarks Renewal and the Hope’s Garden Project. Read more to learn about the incredible work taking place at Ozarks Renewal and what it means for the future of regenerative farming. Hello, John! Thanks for connecting with us. …

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Why Worker Cooperatives Are Integral To Sustainability and Economic Justice Movements.

Student Experience

Presidio Graduate School is unlike other graduate degree programs. Our curriculum integrates sustainability, equity, and social impact to equip and embolden students to reimagine systems and business models and identify projects and career paths that align with their values. Presidio stands behind and encourages students as they pursue individual interests and opportunities to create a …

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Electrifying The Future Of Sustainability With Presidio Alum Elena Olmedo

Sustainability, Community, Student Experience

Presidio MBA in Sustainable Solutions alum Elena Olmedo discusses building electrification, renewable energy, and working as a Building Electrification Advocate National Resource Defense Council (NRDC). Thank you so much for talking with us, Elena! Until recently, you worked as a Climate Advisor for National Resource Defense Council. Can you explain what that position does and …

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Presidian Reed Lewallen On How He’s Working To Make A Sustainable Impact In The Commercial Real Estate Industry

Community, Student Experience

Meet Reed Lewallen, an MBA in Sustainable Solutions candidate, who shares insight about career pivots, the built environment industry, greenwashing, and the real value Presidio professors bring to the classroom. Thank you so much for your time today, Reed! Can you tell us more about where you currently work and what inspired you to pursue …

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