Call for Proposals

In times of climate emergency, educators must shift from simply imparting knowledge to fostering critical thinking, bold action, and a sense of responsibility for a sustainable future. We invite you to contribute a presentation, organize a panel discussion, or host an information table at GVSU CCESS2025 emphasizing reflection, repair, and regeneration in climate change education. Submit your abstract by July 31, 2025.

Call for Sponsors

Select the level of sponsorship that works best for you:  $25 - CCES Network Member, $100 - CCES Supporter (recognized on the CCESS2025 website and program),  $500 -  CCES Network Donor (permanently recognized on the CCESN homepage and the CCESS2025 website and program). We appreciate your generous support of climate education.

Call for Registration

Register to attend the CCESS 2025. Registration is always free and open to all  community members. You can register up to three guests. Your registration provides access to all CCES2025 events, in-person and online.  If you would like to make a voluntary donation to support this and other event, consider responding to the Call for Sponsors on this page. 

The CCESS2025 is a proud co-host of the Global Climate Change Week 2025, hosted this year by Grand Valley State University. Learn more and add your GCCW2025 event to the World map today.

Day 1: Tuesday, October 14, 2025 in Grand Rapids, MI

Richard M. DeVos Center, Pew Campus, 401 Fulton St W, Grand Rapids, MI 49504.

Tentative Program:

2 - 3 PM Climate Expo and conversations in Hager-Lubbers Hall.

3 – 4:15 PM  Presentations in Loosemore Auditorium.

• Welcome and Remarks
• Keynote Presentations
• Panel Discussion.

4:15- 4:45 Coffee and Conversations in Hager-Lubbers Hall.

4:45 - 6:00 PM  Presentations, panels, films, and workshops in DeVos Center (multiple rooms).

Day 2: Wednesday, October 15, 2025 in Muskegon, MI

Muskegon Community College, 221 S Quarterline Rd, Muskegon, MI 

Tentative Program:

Welcome and Remarks.

Climate Expo, Coffee, and Conversations.

GLISA ELF  Stakeholders Symposium.

Keynote Presentations.

Presentations, panels, films, and workshops.

DAY 3: OCTOBER 16, 2025 Virtual

GCCW 2025 International webinars. Full program will be announced in August 2025.

CCESS 2025 Planning Committee

Dr. Elena Lioubimtseva, Professor of Geography and Sustainable Planning, Abbe Forbes, Director of Budget and Financial Planning, Division of Student Affairs, Dr. Yumiko Jakobcic, Director of Office of Sustainability Practices, Dr. Brian Deyo, Associate Professor of English, Dr. Azizur Molla, Professor of School of Public Health, Dr. Catherine Molloseau, Assistant Professor of Engineering, Dr. Figen Mekik, Professor of Geology, Dr. Rebecca Williams, Assistant Professor of Environmental and Sustainability Studies, Dr. Tierney Powell, Assistant Professor of English.