Biodiversity Strategic Plan Retreat & Social

We invite you to join us for a Biodiversity Strategic Planning Retreat & Social, on Friday, October 23, 2026 in NHB 1.720 from 1:00PM-5:00PM. At this retreat, we will present an overview of the five-year Strategic Plan and launch the first year of its implementation together, including the formation of five new standing committees (on biodiversity research, education, public engagement, field stations, and collections), and opportunities for input on Biodiversity Center priorities.

Retreat Agenda:

1:00PM - 1:15PM: Welcome, Opening Remarks, and Light Refreshments

1:15PM - 2:00PM: Presentation: Biodiversity Strategic Plan Overview and Q&A (Zoom option available)

2:00PM - 4:00PM: Workshop: Standing Committees and Plan Implementation (In-person only)

Please click here to RSVP by Oct. 12, along with any food restrictions/allergies: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/xidRiC8S9t

This event is open to any UT faculty, researchers, and students interested in engaging with the Biodiversity Strategic Plan - please feel free to share this information with your colleagues across disciplines and colleges.