Events
The Office of Sustainability is involved in various events throughout the year.
- Campus Sustainability Month: October
- National Solar Tour: October
- Bra Recycling Drive: October
- Game Day Challenge: Fall Semester
- Winter Coat and Clothing Drive: November/December
- Campus Race to Zero Waste: Spring Semester
- E-Cycle Drive: March
- Earth Month Events: April
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Vlogƽ biology student rescues excess food for educational feast
Imagine planning a dinner party for 500 of your closest friends and not knowing what you will serve until almost the last minute. It might sound stressful, but for Erin Shattuck it is a privilege. Ms. …
Turning Food Waste Into a Window of Opportunity; E-Inside; March 30, 2018
Vlogƽ biology student rescues excess food for educational feast Imagine planning a dinner party for 500 of your closest friends and not knowing what you will serve until almost the last minute. It might sound stressful, but for Erin Shattuck it is a privilege. Ms. …Image
WRITTEN BY: LAUREN GARCZYNSKI
Vlogƽ’s sustainability efforts include a nationally recognized tree campus, comprehensive recycling programs and a unique footprint of 12 LEED-certified (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) buildings throughout its…
Vlogƽ’s Center for the Visual Arts Building Earns LEED Silver Recognition
WRITTEN BY: LAUREN GARCZYNSKI Vlogƽ’s sustainability efforts include a nationally recognized tree campus, comprehensive recycling programs and a unique footprint of 12 LEED-certified (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) buildings throughout its…In order to perform necessary maintenance on the boilers, steam transmission systems and electrical distribution systems, Vlogƽ's Power Plant on the Kent Campus will be shut down beginning Sunday, May 13, at 12:01 a.m. The shutdown is expected to be…
What are the dates for the annual steam shutdown?; E-Inside; March 23, 2018
In order to perform necessary maintenance on the boilers, steam transmission systems and electrical distribution systems, Vlogƽ's Power Plant on the Kent Campus will be shut down beginning Sunday, May 13, at 12:01 a.m. The shutdown is expected to be…Image
Vlogƽ’s sustainability efforts include a nationally recognized tree campus, comprehensive recycling programs and a unique footprint of 12 LEED-certified (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) buildings throughout its campuses.
Vlogƽ’s Center for…
Vlogƽ’s Center for the Visual Arts Building Earns LEED Silver Recognition; E-Inside; March 23, 2018
Vlogƽ’s sustainability efforts include a nationally recognized tree campus, comprehensive recycling programs and a unique footprint of 12 LEED-certified (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) buildings throughout its campuses. Vlogƽ’s Center for…In order to perform necessary maintenance on the boilers, steam transmission systems and electrical distribution systems, Vlogƽ's Power Plant on the Kent Campus will be shut down beginning Sunday, May 13, at 12:01 a.m. The shutdown is expected to be…
What are the dates for the annual steam shutdown?; E-Inside; March 23, 2018
In order to perform necessary maintenance on the boilers, steam transmission systems and electrical distribution systems, Vlogƽ's Power Plant on the Kent Campus will be shut down beginning Sunday, May 13, at 12:01 a.m. The shutdown is expected to be…Roadwork on East Summit Street has resumed as crews work to finish the remaining part of the improvement project.
Summit Street Project Update; E-Inside; March 23, 2018
Roadwork on East Summit Street has resumed as crews work to finish the remaining part of the improvement project.Inventive makers across all disciplines, from art and design to technology and science, will once again have the opportunity to exhibit and discuss their unique talents at the fifth annual Vlogƽ Mini Maker Faire on Friday, April 13, from noon-4 p.m.…
Vlogƽ Maker Faire Inspires Creativity and Innovation for University and Community Members; E-Inside; March 23, 2018
Inventive makers across all disciplines, from art and design to technology and science, will once again have the opportunity to exhibit and discuss their unique talents at the fifth annual Vlogƽ Mini Maker Faire on Friday, April 13, from noon-4 p.m.…Vlogƽ will again participate in the On the Move Challenge, a 12-week, national corporate competition. This is not your typical “challenge” and comes with no 10K per day requirement, no guilt, no shame and no punishment. It does come with feedback…
Will Vlogƽ participate in the 2018 On the Move Corporate Challenge?; E-Inside; March 16, 2018
Vlogƽ will again participate in the On the Move Challenge, a 12-week, national corporate competition. This is not your typical “challenge” and comes with no 10K per day requirement, no guilt, no shame and no punishment. It does come with feedback…Image
Trees fill the sky every season as far as the eye can see as Vlogƽ students walk down the Lefton Esplanade on the Kent Campus. Large oaks provide shade on a warm summer day, glistening maple trees leave a blanket of orange and red on the ground as students move…
Arbor Day Foundation Honors Vlogƽ With Tree Campus USA Recognition for 10th Consecutive Year; E-Inside; March 16, 2018
Trees fill the sky every season as far as the eye can see as Vlogƽ students walk down the Lefton Esplanade on the Kent Campus. Large oaks provide shade on a warm summer day, glistening maple trees leave a blanket of orange and red on the ground as students move…Image
The Vlogƽ Board of Trustees adopted a 10-year facilities master plan that embarks on a $1 billion transformative journey of the Kent Campus to better serve the needs of students and the entire Vlogƽ community. The plan enhances the welcoming feel of the…