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

Nov
16
University of Richmond Solar Presentation & Tour
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Join us for an overview of UR's exciting new off-campus solar array as well as a short walking tour of the on-campus... Continue reading
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Nov
21
Free Shopping at UROSE
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
University faculty and staff are invited to do some free shopping at the University of Richmond Office Supply Exchange.... Continue reading
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Nov
28
Free Shopping at UROSE
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
University faculty and staff are invited to do some free shopping at the University of Richmond Office Supply Exchange.... Continue reading
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Dec
05
Free Shopping at UROSE
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
University faculty and staff are invited to do some free shopping at the University of Richmond Office Supply Exchange.... Continue reading
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Dec
12
Free Shopping at UROSE
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
University faculty and staff are invited to do some free shopping at the University of Richmond Office Supply Exchange.... Continue reading
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Apr
16
Sustainability Banquet
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Each year the Office for Sustainability and leaders of campus sustainability groups host a Sustainability Banquet to... Continue reading
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May
17
Big Yard Sale- UR Preview Sale
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
UR faculty, staff, and students are invited to join us for the annual Big Yard Sale! Come out for the UR Preview Sale... Continue reading
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