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Sustainability Events

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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.

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Earth Month

Earth Day is observed annually on April 22 to raise awareness for sustainability and demonstrate support for environmental protection. Join us with these events to celebrate the Earth.

Earth Month

Act

Compost Giveaway

April 19, 2025 during the day, 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!

Electronics Recycling Drop-off

May 10, 2025 from 12-3 PM, Weidner Parking Lot 
All are welcome to recycle personal electronics for free! Registration is required.

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Celebrate

Earth Caretaker Award Ceremony

Tue. 4/15, 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.

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

TBD
Attend the annual Cofrin Student Grant Symposium. 

Enviro Careers Panel

TBD
Learn about environmental career paths from a panel of UWGB alumni. Networking and refreshments included.

RSVP encouraged

Green Bay Conservation Roundtable

Tue. 4/29, 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. 

More info

John Arendt

Have Questions?

Contact John Arendt, our Sustainability Director, to discuss your interest, concerns or ideas about sustainability at UW-Green Bay.

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