WUSM Compost Pilot | Youth Program Support

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WashU Tune-Ups Support Local Youth Bike Program

Among the organizations the Office of Sustainability partners with is St. Louis BWorks, a nonprofit whose mission is to empower local youth through experiential learning. While our partnership started through a Bike Tune-Up event where BWorks mechanics displayed bike prowess, a friendship was forged as we discovered shared goals in sustainability, youth education, and a commitment to the St. Louis region. This past fall, the funds earned by BWorks for their services at our latest tune-up gave WashU the opportunity to sponsor one of BWorks’ Earn-A-Bike classes. More>>

WUSM Compost Pilot

A pilot compost collection program kicks off Feb 1 at the Medical Campus. Diners at Shell and Farmstead will be able to sort their waste into compost, recycle, and landfill. All are invited to volunteer to help train diners. More>>

Business School Expands Program

Last semester, the Olin School of Business added compost collection at Bauer Cafe. To streamline sorting and reduce contamination, they switched all disposable serviceware to compostable products as of Jan 2023. More>>

Sustainability Focus in NRB

The Neuroscience Research Building under construction on the Medical Campus is on track to achieve LEED Gold certification. The structure will house energy-efficient laboratory equipment and much more. More>>

Grassroots Organizing at Sierra Club

During the Fall semester, Environmental Studies Impact intern, Clara Chavez-Ives worked with the Missouri Sierra Club in a number of ways, gaining real-world experience in community organizing. More>>

WashU Expert: Year of the Battery

Earth and Planetary Sciences professor, Michael Wysession, predicts that major advances in battery technologies will bring us closer to renewable energy goals and greenhouse gas reductions. Find out why. More>>

Nanoplastics and Light

Plastics are ubiquitous in our society, making up more than 18% of solid waste in landfills. A team led by Young-Shin Jun, McKelvey School of Engineering professor, analyzed how light breaks down polystyrene. More>>

Green Cup

Feb. 3-23, South 40 and Village
Every year, WashU's South 40 residential colleges compete to reduce energy use and adopt more sustainable lifestyles. New this year is the inclusion of a Village team! Stay tuned to the event page for more details. More>>

Holiday Lights Recycling

Now through Feb. 1, various locations
Don't know what to do with old or unworkable holiday lights? Don't trash them! Bring them to campus for recycling! Drop-off is currently available on the Danforth Campus and at the School of Medicine. More>>

Circularity Center Open Hours

Jan. 26, 2-5 pm, North Campus
Stop by during open hours to browse clothing, household goods, office supplies, furniture, appliances, and electronics all available at marked down prices. Keep an eye on this page for more upcoming open hours. More>>

Climate Change & National Security

Jan. 31, 12 pm, Virtual
In partnership with MOST Policy Initiative, WashU Climate Change Program invites all to an online discussion with researchers and practitioners to learn how climate and security issues interact in Missouri. More>>

Interfaith Week

Feb. 2-10, Danforth Campus
Join the Office for Religious, Spiritual and Ethical Life for a week of dialogues, religious/spiritual events, and the Interfaith Celebration Dinner on February 9th. Open to all. Follow @washu_orsel on Instagram for more.

In St. Louis For St. Louis Service Trip

Feb. 9, 2 pm, Operation Food Search
The Center for Diversity and Inclusion and Campus Life invite all to participate in a service event with Operation Food Search to help combat food insecurity in the community. Transportation provided for students. More>>

Sustainability Practicum Position

The Office of Sustainability is recruiting Brown School students seeking to pursue a practicum experience to fulfill a new role as Coordinator of WashU's new Circularity Center. More>>

Gephardt Cohort Applications

Gephardt Institute's cohort programs provide powerful experiences that help students explore how to align civic and community engagement with their own passions and skills. More>>

Center for Diversity & Inclusion

The CDI is seeking applicants for a student program assistant, graduate assistant, and student graphic designer. For more information, e-mail diversityandinclusion@wustl.edu

Missouri Botanical Garden

The Garden is searching for an intern to support Grow Solar St. Louis's community education program. Shaw Nature Reserve is also seeking a seasonal outdoor educator. More>>

GLOC Student Grant Program

The International Astronautical Federation program offers up to 10 grants to students to participate in the IAF Global Space Conference on Climate Change in Oslo, Norway from May 23 to 25. More>>

Second Nature

Second Nature has several open positions including DEIAJ associate, Director of Communications and Marketing, Communications and Marketing Manager, and Climate Programs Manager. More>>

Pitt Sustainability Challenge

The challenge invites the public to put forth their best ideas to advance carbon neutrality to benefit the Pitt community. The winning solution will be awarded $300,000. More>>

UNHSI Sustainability Fellowships

The University of New Hampshire Sustainability Institute's Sustainability Fellowships pair exceptional U.S. students with municipal, educational, corporate, and nonprofit groups. More>>

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