Conserving water is essential for a sustainable future. Learn the value of water and what you can do to help.
Earth Day
April 22
Earth Day's official celebration date is April 22 but we prefer to celebrate all month long with speakers, presentations, and contests.
Purchase tickets for the 2024 Earth Day Breakfast on April 18, 2024!
Arbor Day
Last Friday in April
Celebrate trees and all they have to offer. Join in a variety of educational opportunities and participate in the tree planting ceremony.
Join us for the Arbor Day Tree Talk, April 27, 2024 from 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
World Environment Day
June 5
Organizations and citizens across the globe use this day to address pressing environmental issues. We'll use our social media platforms to bring awareness to these challenges and learn what we can all do to implement solutions.
Plastic Free July
July
Challenge yourself during the month of July to go plastic-free. We use this time to educate and offer tips to reduce single-use plastic waste.
Campus Sustainability Month
October
Learn about sustainability practices taking place at Illinois State and what we plan to do in the future. Hear from engaging speakers who are making positive impacts around the world.
Fair Trade Month
October
Take time to learn about fair trade and why it's important for a sustainable future. We'll offer lots of information on the fair trade campaign and how we're implementing fair trade on campus.
America Recycles Day
November 15
Recycling is an impactful way to save the environment. Learn what you can recycle at Illinois State and get advice on how you can reuse and reduce waste.
Zero Waste Tailgates
Home Football Games
Cheer on the Redbirds without creating harmful waste. Stop by our tailgate during home football games to get food from our solar grill, hydrate from Reggie's Watering Hole, and play a few yard games.
Team Up with the Office of Sustainability
Contact us if you want to partner on a sustainability event or host your own.