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Emergency Alert
UDC Operating Remotely Through Wednesday, Jan. 28

The University of the District of Columbia’s academic and administrative offices will conduct business remotely on Tuesday, January 27 and Wednesday, January 28. All on-campus activities, including athletic-related activities, are cancelled.

Staff: Contact your immediate supervisor with questions or for further instruction regarding remote work expectations. 

Faculty: Reach out to your immediate supervisor and/or the dean for questions and further instruction regarding the transition to emergency remote instruction (ERI).  The Center for the Advancement of Learning (CAL) is available to support faculty with instructional continuity, including support for Blackboard, Zoom, Webex and other teaching and learning technologies. 

CAL Faculty Support Resources

calhelpdesk@udc.edu 
Virtual Office Hours
Consultation Request Form
For learning technology tools and on-demand faculty resources, please visit CAL’s website.

Students: Due to inclement weather, the university will be closed to face-to-face operations. Instruction will be moved to emergency remote, including synchronous and asynchronous methods. Certain laboratory, clinical, and other hands-on classes for which in-person instruction is a requirement may necessitate a make-up lesson, but every effort will be made to pursue virtual learning to the extent possible. Where synchronous virtual instruction is intended, published class meeting times must be observed so that students’ schedules are not disrupted.

The safety and security of our students, faculty, staff, and the broader community remain our top priority. We will continue to provide updates regarding the status of the university’s academic and administrative offices as conditions change.

Please continue to check our website and social media channels for the latest information.

If you have any safety concerns, contact OPSEM at 202-274-5050. For all immediate emergencies, call 911. 

Thank you for your continued dedication to our students and to UDC’s mission. 

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College of Agriculture, Urban Sustainability and Environmental Sciences (CAUSES)

College of Agriculture, Urban Sustainability and Environmental Sciences (CAUSES)

 
Formed in 2010, the College of Agriculture, Urban Sustainability & Environmental Sciences (CAUSES) was established as a land-grant college at the University of the District of Columbia. Through applied teaching and research, our mission has been to improve the lives and economic opportunities of residents in our area and beyond. From hands-on learning to cutting-edge research, UDC-CAUSES offers academic degree and community education pathways for every stage of your journey.

  • Academic Programs: Bachelor's through Doctoral degrees
  • Community Workshops: Online, Hybrid & On-Campus
  • Research Initiatives: Urban Farms, Labs & Green Roof
  • Community Resources: Land-grant Centers & Urban Food Hubs
  • Farmers Markets
  • Youth Development Programs

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Academic Programs

Land-Grant Centers

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Center for Urban Resilience, Innovation and Infrastructure

Center for Urban Resilience, Innovation and Infrastructure (CURII) provides relevant and innovative applied research and education to make our cities and communities more resilient, equitable, and sustainable. CURII thought leadership helps urban communities become more sustainable and resilient.

Learn more about CURII

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Center for Urban Agriculture and Gardening Education

Center for Urban Agriculture and Gardening Education (CUAGE) seeks to expand academic and public knowledge of sustainable farming techniques that improve food and water security. The center also seeks to improve the health and wellness of people in the local community and worldwide.

Learn more about CUAGE

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Center for Nutrition, Diet and Health

The Center for Nutrition, Diet and Health (CDNH) offers high-quality, research-based community outreach programs that combat systemic urban nutrition and health issues. CNDH is dedicated to educating residents on the benefits of a healthy lifestyle and preventing obesity, heart disease and other health threats.

Learn more about CNDH

Healthy Cities, Healthy People

About UDC-CAUSES

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Mission and Vision

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Mission and Vision

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Welcome to the University of the District of Columbia's College of Agriculture, Urban Sustainability and Environmental Sciences!

 

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UDC Resources

In addition to the degrees and land-grant center opportunities, we encourage you to access our college's resources from media and research reports to workshops and other forms of training. For more information about CAUSES, call 202-274-7124 or email causes@udc.edu.

Land Grant
Media & Videos

Explore our past achievements, recognitions and more. To stay up to date on all things CAUSES, make sure to check out our News and Updates.

Causes newsletter

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Workshops & Training

Browse our available online learning programs, food and nutrition courses, youth programs and additional certificate courses.

Workshops & Training

News From CAUSES

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4200 Connecticut Ave NW
Washington, D.C. 20008
202-274-7124
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