News and Events | Nature and Health

Apr 23, 2026 | Announcements, Symposium

2026 Northwest Nature and Health Symposium

On April 29, 2026, we came together with an extraordinary community of advocates, researchers, educators, students, practitioners, and partners during the annual NW Nature and Health Symposium. The experience left our team and the broader nature and health community feeling hopeful, energized, and deeply inspired about what’s possible when people unite around a shared vision for healthier, more equitable communities.

Jan 28, 2026 | Announcements

Varanasi Endowed Undergraduate Nature & Health Fund

Drs. Usha and S. Rao Varanasi recognize the vital importance of the field of nature and health — both for the health and well-being of our communities and the planet itself.

We’re Hiring a 2026 Summer Intern

The EarthLab Summer Internship Program is a robust, cohort-based internship program for UW undergraduate students to explore new approaches to problem-solving, communication, and training at the intersection of climate and social justice.

Learn More and Apply

Dec 31, 2025 | Announcements

Reflecting on 2025

Dear Nature and Health Community –
As the year draws to a close, our small team paused to reflect on where we’ve been, what we’ve learned, and where we’re heading next.

Dec 4, 2025 | Announcements, Community Dinner

An Anchor Through Shifting Tides: Community Dinners Foster Connection, Collaboration for Nature and Health

By: Tess Wrobleski, Project Specialist, EarthLab
What keeps a tradition alive? Is it the strength of an idea? The dedication of the people who uphold it?
For the Nature and Health community dinner, it’s both.

Nov 18, 2025 | Announcements

Gregory Bratman Recognized as a 2025 Highly Cited Researcher

For the third time, Gregory Bratman, PhD, has been named a Highly Cited Researcher by Clarivate. Bratman, the Center’s co-director, has co-authored 60 publications advancing the field of nature and health.

View the 2025 Awardees

Sep 23, 2025 | Announcements, Events, Community Dinner

Fall 2025 Community Dinner

On October 14, 2025, 71 members of the Nature and Health community gathered at Fremont Brewing’s Urban Beer Garden for our fall community dinner. At this dinner, participants learned about programs, policies, and research that are advancing equitable engagement with nature around Puget Sound.

Sep 15, 2025 | Announcements, Columns and Editorials

Bridging Research and Policy: Former Interns Reflect on a Multi-Cohort Project

EarthLab summer interns share how their projects supported an upcoming economic analysis on the cost savings of spending time in nature and highlight the vital role science plays in shaping effective green space policy.

Sep 9, 2025 | Announcements, Newsletters

Fall 2025 Newsletter

Dear Nature and Health Community,
Here in the Pacific Northwest, the sights and sounds of fall are beginning to emerge—from crimson vine maple leaves, to the calls of migrating birds, and the return of sockeye and Chinook salmon.

Jul 21, 2025 | Announcements, Events, Guest Speakers

International Conference on Forest Therapy | Nature and Health Speakers

The second International Conference on Forest Therapy will be held at the University of British Columbia from August 9-11, 2025. This conference offers a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in Vancouver’s stunning natural landscapes while connecting with internationally acclaimed experts.