Campus Sustainability Month 2025
October is recognized nationally as Campus Sustainability Month.
2025 Events
- Climate, Health, and Policy in Maryland: An Interprofessional Symposium
- Tuesday, Oct. 14 TBD., 4MLK
- Swap Party
- Tuesday, Oct. 14 from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., 4MLK
- Register Here
- Meet the Founder: HEX Ferments with The Grid
- This event is a collaboration between The Grid and the Office of Sustainability. Lunch will be provided.
- Wednesday, Oct. 15 from noon - 1 p.m., The Grid (HSHSL, 3rd floor)
- Register Here
- Campus Cleanup
- Drop by our basecamp at the beginning of your shift to check in and get supplies. Swing back by the basecamp at the end of your shift to drop off your full trash bags! If you are a staff member who is interested in using 1-4 hours of paid volunteer leave for this event, you can view and print the required paperwork found on the Community Engagement website.
- Wednesday, Oct. 1 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., outside HSRF III
- Register Here
- October Specialty Recycling Collections
- Month of October, Campus Center and Lexington lobbies
- Items Accepted: Books, batteries, ink/toner cartridges, electronics, plastic bags, and film
Alignment with Strategic Plan:
Education and Engagement: Create and maintain a constant communication flow with the entire campus community regarding sustainability. Communicate to the campus on a regular basis with initiatives and tips to keep sustainability a part of the UMB culture.
