Sustainability

Get Involved

Join a student group, work with the Office for Sustainability, to learn about lifestyle changes through our Be A Green Spider pages, and more.

Students

Look through our student organizations, read about the Office for Sustainability's internship program, and learn how you can have a certified Green Room on campus.Learn More

Faculty and Staff

Not only do University faculty and staff educate our students, they also serve as examples of what it means to live sustainably.Learn More

Be a Green Spider

We believe sustainability is for everyone and we invite each of you to Be a Green Spider.Learn More

Events

Sustainability at University of Richmond is exhibited in the everyday lives of faculty, staff, and students, as well as in events that bring our community together.Learn More

News

Read through this month's newsletter and meet our Sustainability Champion!Learn More

Get Involved

There are many ways for students, faculty, and staff to get involved in sustainability at University of Richmond. From joining a student group, to attending faculty development workshops, to working with the Office for Sustainability, to learning about lifestyle changes through our Be A Green Spider pages. Explore the categories below, and check out our newsletter and upcoming events. Please contact sustainability@richmond.edu with any questions about how to get involved with any of the opportunities listed here on our site.

Events

Sep
23
Intro to Sustainability
7:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Thursday, September 23 at 7:30pmTHC Room 305... Continue reading
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