| | | Food Week: Reclaiming Foodways This year, World Food Day is October 16 and at WashU, it's only the kickoff of a week-long series of events on the theme "Reclaiming Foodways." Activities include harvest festivals, cooking classes, a farmers' panel, a foraging workshop, a photo exhibition, lectures, and more. More >> |
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| | | Finding New Uses for Old Water Partnering with the National Alliance for Water Innovation, WashU will be on the forefront of unprecedented water research and management, thanks to the new Energy-Water Desalination Hub, a $100 million Department of Energy effort to address water security issues. More>> |
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| | | Welcome, Chancellor Martin! The Office of Sustainability, Environmental Studies and the International Center for Energy, Environment and Sustainability (InCEES) welcome Andrew D. Martin as we celebrate his inauguration as the 15th Chancellor of Washington University in St. Louis. More>> |
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| | | Park(ing) Day Manifests in the Loop Park(ing) Day is a worldwide event to challenge us to re-create public space in place of parking space. Reclaiming two spots along Delmar, Sam Fox students brought flowers, painting supplies, games, and live music to create an activated, playful, and engaging space. More>> |
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| | | Engage STL Impacts 345 FY Students As part of their WashU orientation, the 345 first-year students enrolled in Engaged STL had the chance to build relationships, volunteer, learn from community leaders, and participate in excursions. Environmental sustainability was one of the three core topics of the program. More >> |
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| | | Wildlife Caught on Camera As part of the St. Louis Wildlife Project, the Tyson Research Center is one of the many sites to host motion-activated cameras to capture wildlife activity. The goal is to quantify biodiversity and improve the understanding of wildlife ecology in the highly urbanized St. Louis area. More >> |
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| | | | | | Dr. Benjamin Santer on Climate Change Date: October 3 at 7:30p Location: Old Bakery Beer, Alton, IL Atmospheric scientist Dr. Santer will speak to how we find and use our voice in a context of climate change science skepticism. More >> |
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| | Bike Tune-Up & Registration Drive Date: October 8, 1:30p - 4:30p
Location: Edison Courtyard outside of the DUC
Register your bike with WashU's new Project 529 and receive a free tune-up from local bike store Big Shark Bicycle Company. More >> |
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| | Sustainability Expo for WU Students Date: October 18, 1p - 3:30p
Location: Holmes Lounge, Ridgley Hall Connect with potential future employers and on-campus groups that can prepare you for a career in sustainability. More >> |
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| | Anthropocene Vernacular Event Series October 4-7, multiple events and locations
A far-reaching public program spanning the region through experimental tours, a harvest dinner, a mobile exhibition, public mappings, and a barge laboratory. All events are free! More >> |
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| | Recycling Genius Trainings Date: October 16, November 20, 12 - 12:45p Location: Schnuck Pavilion, room 202
A brief, yet in-depth, training on what can be recycled and composted and why. Once done, you'll officially be a Recycling Genius! More >> |
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| | | Arbor Tour: 10th Anniversary October 29 and 31, multiple locations Self-guided group tours, as well as a tour with the campus arborist, are on the menu of special events curated to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Arbor Tour. Save the date! More >> |
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