Sustainability Events

What's going on?

Each day we're on this planet is an event to enjoy.

You don't have to wait for Earth Day to harvest the latest sustainability news and events. Like us on Facebook or view our latest efforts by following us on Instagram. Our events are as varied as a field of wildflowers—so browse our garden of gatherings designed to educate, entertain and enact change. If you have a disability and would like to discuss accommodation, please contact the Sustainability Office at (920) 465-2067.

Get Involved

Earth Month

Earth Day is observed annually on April 22 to raise awareness for sustainability and demonstrate support for environmental protection. At Eco U, we celebrate all month long! Join us with these events to celebrate the Earth.

Act

Vote in Local Elections

Tue. 4/2 You can make an impact on your communities! Get out and vote this Earth Month to show your support for causes close to both your home and heart.

Compost Giveaway

Sat. 4/20, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Wood Hall Parking Lot
Free compost to anyone in the community who is interested. Bring your own buckets, bins, or truck beds, and take as much as you can shovel!

Shorewood Park Clean-up

Mon. 4/22, 3 p.m.-5 p.m., Shorewood Park
Walk Shorewood Park and pick up any trash along the way! Start at the Shorewood Center for gloves and grabbers.

Green Roof Weeding

Thu. 4/25, 3:30 p.m.-4:30 p.m., Student Services Plaza
Stop by, say hi, and help pull weeds to keep our green roof's sedums thriving.

Electronics Recycling Drop-off

!POSTPONED DUE TO WEATHER!
Sat. 4/27, 2 p.m.-5 p.m., Weidner Parking Lot C
All are welcome to recycle personal electronics for free! Registration is required.

Campus Clean-up

Sun. 4/28, 11 a.m. start, Community Center
Join RHAA and NRHH in the third annual campus cleanup. Enjoy a stroll with grabbers in tow.

Celebrate

Earth Caretaker Award Ceremony

Mon. 4/22, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Phoenix Rooms ABC
Celebrate our alum, students, faculty, and staff who are supporting sustainability at UW-Green Bay and beyond. Hors d'hoeurves will be served. RSVP here.

UREC Outdoor Adventures

Breathe in the great outdoors. Rent outdoor equipment or join an adventure trip!

UREC Outdoor Adventures

Learn

Earth month is an excellent time to learn about sustainability topics. Expand your horizons.

Biodiversity Symposium

Mon. 4/8, 9 a.m.-12 p.m., University Union, Phoenix Room B
Attend the annual Cofrin Student Grant Symposium.

Enviro Careers Panel

Sat. 4/22, 2 p.m.-3:30 p.m., Union, 1965 Room
Learn about environmental career paths from a panel of UWGB alumni. Networking and refreshments included.

RSVP encouraged

Green Bay Conservation Roundtable

Wed. 4/24, 8 a.m.-2 p.m., University Union, Phoenix Rooms ABC
Don’t miss networking, regional and legislative updates, lightning talks, and student posters on exciting restoration, monitoring, and other conservation projects around the region.

Questions about an Event?

Reach out to Daniela Beall, our Sustainability Coordinator. They'll be happy to help.

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