Campus Sustainability Month
»ÆÉ«Ö±²¥ is proud to participate in throughout October. This annual event, hosted by the (AASHE), celebrates higher education sustainability achievements while raising awareness of the value of sustainability in higher education. During Campus Sustainability Month, institutions around the world engage and inspire incoming students and other campus stakeholders to become leaders for sustainability and celebrate successes.
We hope you will join as we celebrate our sustainability successes during #CampusSustainabilityMonth and throughout the rest of the year!
Join us for a celebration of Campus Sustainability Month events at »ÆÉ«Ö±²¥! With your ideas, support and involvement, campus sustainability advancements will continue throughout the year! We are hosting or are promoting the sustainability-related events occurring during October at »ÆÉ«Ö±²¥ listed below.
2024 »ÆÉ«Ö±²¥ Campus Sustainability Month Sustainability-Related Events
- »ÆÉ«Ö±²¥ Office of Sustainability Pledge
- »ÆÉ«Ö±²¥ Bra Recycling Drive Sept. 30 - Nov. 1
- »ÆÉ«Ö±²¥ Virtual Solar Tour October 4-6
- »ÆÉ«Ö±²¥ Farmers' Market October 17
- »ÆÉ«Ö±²¥ ESDRI Sustainability Forum: Biodesign October 22
- »ÆÉ«Ö±²¥ of Well-being events
12th Annual Bra Recycling Drive
»ÆÉ«Ö±²¥â€™s Office of Sustainability, the Women’s Center, and Human Resources Employee Wellness and Health Promotion are hosting a bra recycling drive from Sept. 30 through Nov. 1, to collect reusable or worn-out bras and reduce the number of textiles in landfills. Bras that are in good condition will be donated to the Phyllis Zumkehr County Clothing Center, and worn-out bras will be recycled.
Bra Recycling Drive Drop-off Locations
National Solar Tour
»ÆÉ«Ö±²¥ is part of the and part of the ASES local "»ÆÉ«Ö±²¥ Solar and Sustainability Tour" and the tour on October 4-6, 2024. Seven »ÆÉ«Ö±²¥ sites are part of the ASES National VIRTUAL Solar Tour.
»ÆÉ«Ö±²¥ Farmers' Market October 17
Thursday, October 27th2024
4:30 - 6 pm
Centennial Green, part of FAB FallFest
Thursday, Oct 17 from 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. (Centennial Green, part of FAB FallFest). »ÆÉ«Ö±²¥ has partnered with Haymaker Farmers' Market to bring a farmer's market to the Kent Campus. The »ÆÉ«Ö±²¥ Farmers' Market provides students with opportunities to learn about the local farming community, select fresh produce and connect with the broader Kent community in addition to creating a community around food with a warm, friendly and fun environment.
ESDRI Sustainability Forum: Biodesign October 22
Tuesday, October 22nd 2024
6 - 9 pm
»ÆÉ«Ö±²¥ Kiva Auditorium
For this year’s ESDRI Sustainability Forum, the theme is Biodesign. As ESDRI’s mission is rooted in this cross-disciplinary research realm, we are poised to hear exciting new developments and perspectives from our »ÆÉ«Ö±²¥ faculty and engage with global leaders in the field of biodesign.
»ÆÉ«Ö±²¥ of Well-being Free Online Meditation
Are you feeling stressed out from all the recent adjustments you’ve had to make this semester? Is news about the coronavirus pandemic leaving you anxious?
»ÆÉ«Ö±²¥ of Well-being, »ÆÉ«Ö±²¥â€™s healthy campus initiative, is hosting free facilitated online meditation sessions. Meditation sessions last 30 minutes and are open to all members of the »ÆÉ«Ö±²¥ community. There is no obligation to attend. You can choose when you decide to participate.
»ÆÉ«Ö±²¥ of Well-being Meditation
Recreation and Wellness Services Events
2024 October Sustainability Conferences/ Related Events
- (Oct. 1 – 30)
- (Oct. 7 – 11)
- (Sept. 23-29)
- (Oct. 2)
- (Oct. 7)
- (Oct. 4-6)
- (second week of October)
- (Oct. 16)
- (Oct. 14– 18)
- (Oct. 26)
Project Green Challenge
Starting on October 1, Project Green Challenge will inform, inspire and mobilize high school, college, and grad students worldwide around climate action, public health, sustainability, social justice and advocacy. This powerful and diverse call to action features 30 days of environmentally–themed challenges to touch lives, shift mindsets, and equip students with knowledge, resources and mentorship to lead change on campuses and in communities.
Through conscious living, informed consumption, and individual and collective action, Project Green Challenge (PGC) participants are challenged to envision and work toward the healthy, just, resilient future they want to thrive in.
Each day during the month of October, a uniquely themed challenge will be delivered to registered participants by email at 6 am Pacific Time. Each challenge will be live for 24 hours, inviting students to complete actions, upload deliverables, acquire points and heal the planet. Deliverables include photos, videos, creative artwork and written content uploaded to the PGC site and across Turning Green social platforms. Thoughtfully curated, theme-related prize packages will be awarded daily for outstanding submissions.
Energy Efficiency Day
October 2, 2024, is Energy Efficiency Day, but efficiency is year-round. One Energy Efficiency Day, a growing network of advocates, companies, government agencies, utilities and others will showcase the benefits of energy efficiency.
Oct. 14-18
Global Climate Change Week is a platform supporting academic communities to engage in climate change actions and solutions.
Oct. 16
The food you choose and the way you consume it affect our health and that of our planet. It has an impact on the way agri-food systems work. So you need to be part of the change.
Oct. 26
10 a.m. - 2 p.m
The National Prescription Drug Take Back Day aims to provide a safe, convenient, and responsible means of disposing of prescription drugs, while also educating the general public about the potential for abuse of medications.
»ÆÉ«Ö±²¥ & City of Kent Year-Round Drop-Off Locations
»ÆÉ«Ö±²¥
Stockdale Building metal drop-off box located outside
530 E Summit St Kent OH 44240
Phone: 330-672-3111
Kent Police Department
metal drop-off box outside in parking lot
319 S Water St Kent OH 44240
Phone: 330-673-7732