WashU Medical Campus Recognized: Silver-level Bicycle Friendly Business

The Washington University School of Medicine (WUSM) has received the distinguished recognition of a Silver-level Bicycle Friendly Business from the League of American Bicyclists, a national grassroots bicycle advocacy organization. This year was the first time the Medical Campus submitted an application to be considered for this accolade.

Staff within WUSM's Operations & Facilities Management are using the feedback from the Bicycle Friendly Business application as the basis for the creation of a four year bicycle plan in the hopes of achieving an even higher level designation for the next submission.  More>>
New Way to Explore Sustainability
Over the past few years, Office of Sustainability GIS interns have been working with partners across the university to create a campus sustainability map. The map is now live and it offers great value to our community. More>>
The Return of CarShare
Enterprise CarShare is back on campus! Enjoy self-service, hourly car rentals that are available to you 24/7. Learn about CarShare and other sustainable modes of transportation that are available to the WashU community. More>>
Midwest Climate Collaborative
In Fall 2020, WashU led the charge in planning and convening the Midwest Climate Summit. This network led to the creation of the Midwest Climate Collaborative, of which WashU is a founding member. More>>
Reimagining Textile Production
More than 20 billion pounds of clothing in the U.S. ends up in landfills. Mary Ruppert-Stroescu from the Sam Fox Fashion Design program has developed a patented process to reclaim fabric and turn it into new apparel. More>>
Rooted in St. Louis
In this installment of the Student Life series, explore the medium that supports our region's roots: soil. Learn more about the origins of St. Louis's soil from Earth and Planetary Sciences professor, Jeff Catalano. More>>
Trees Migrating due to Climate 
A new study co-authored by Washu Arts & Sciences professor, Jonathan Myers, provides key insights into how and why tree populations migrate in response to climate change at the continental scale. More>>
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Go Green for the Red
February 7 - April 1
The Go Green for the Red free reusable period products program is open to all WashU students from now until April 1 or until supplies last. The goal is to make period products accessible and shift attitudes about reusables. More>>
Green Cup
February 16 - March 11
Next week marks the start to the annual energy competition that pits residential colleges against each other for the glory of being named the Green Cup winner! Find out the different ways to get points for your team. More>>
MLK Jr. Commemorative Peace Walk
February 28, 4 pm
WashU's Center for Diversity and Inclusion, Athletics, and Dining Services are hosting this event to honor Dr. King's legacy and close out Black History Month. Be sure to check out other Black History Month events on WUGO. More>>
Community Agriculture Conference
March 1 - 5
Seed St. Louis, formerly Gateway Greening, will be hosting its annual Community Agriculture Conference virtually as well as in-person at WashU's Brown School on March 5. Registration is free with a suggested donation. More>>
Gephardt Summer Fellowships
Gephardt Institute for Civic and Community Engagement has opened applications for their St. Louis summer fellowship program. Apply by 11:59 pm on Sunday, February 20. More>>
Vaccine Booster Clinics
WashU is offering Pfizer COVID-19 boosters for faculty and staff. The free vaccine clinics will take place in the Athletic Complex lobby. Vaccines by appointment only. More>>
Project Lab St. Louis Position
Seeking an experienced naturalist/gardener interested in the outdoors with experience in project management, K-12 education and community organizing. More>>
County Extension Director Position
The College of Agricultural Consumer and Environmental Sciences, University of Illinois Extension, is seeking qualified applicants. Apply by March 11. More>>
Civil or Envt Engineer Position
Greenprint Partners is seeking a full-time entry level civil or environmental engineer to join their green infrastructure engineering team. This position is located in Chicago, IL. More>>
RAY Diversity Fellowship
Eligible applicants identify as Black, Indigenous, or person of color with interest in conservation and/or clean energy as well as a commitment to equity. Apply by Sunday, March 27. More>>
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