Cirenas | CIRENAS exists to build transformative connections between people and the environment through education, research, integration and innovation.

Our Mission

“CIRENAS exists to create transformative connections between people and the environment through education, research, integration and innovation.”

January 3 – March 24, 2012Semester Program

Semester Program starts Jan. 3rd! Our students take on real world challenges in order to help create a more sustainable future.

$50,000 Matching Grant

$50K Challenge Grant Accomplished! With support from a wide variety of sources CIRENAS was able to meet their year end fundraising goals.

April – August Short Courses

CIRENAS offers 1-3 week-long short courses for middle school, high school, college, graduate and adult participants.

Help Save the Caletas-Ario National Wildlife Refuge

The Caletas-Ario National Wildlife Refuge is in jeopardy due to environmental degradation, illegal fishing and turtle egg poaching.

Research Opportunities

CIRENAS is currently looking for researchers interested in studying the Caletas-Ario National Wildlife Refuge.

Education

Our place-based semester programs and short courses allow students to step off the sidelines and become active environmental stewards engaged in meaningful projects.

Research

Students and researchers join efforts with local stakeholders in order to conduct applicable research focused on the creation of a more sustainable future.

Integration

Home stays, service learning, stakeholder meetings and working together towards common goals help students and stakeholders make life changing connections.

Innovation

Our emphasis on “action research” encourages new ideas, projects and partnerships focused on relevant solutions to some of our region’s and the world’s greatest challenges.