On November 1st we kicked off a residence hall energy conservation competition against Notre Dame — Energy Bowl 2012: Lights Off, Lights Out. We’re now at the halfway point of the competition, which wraps up on November 14th. The first half of the competition has […]
This November, Wake Forest and Notre Dame will be competing not only on the gridiron but on the grid in an energy-reduction competition. The Energy Bowl competition between Notre Dame and Wake Forest will be held in conjunction with the football […]
The following internship is open for Fall 2012. In order to apply, please fill out this form. Applications are due by 5:00 pm on Friday, November 2nd. Office of Sustainability – Communications and Outreach The intern will work with the director and the fellow […]
Nathan Peifer is a competent and capable person; that’s why it was extremely disconcerting when, one year ago, he realized, in the most basic way, he did not know how to feed himself. Thus began Nathan’s study of gardening, a journey of self-directed learning he […]
Congratulations to our graduating interns from the Class of 2012. We look forward to watching them grow into sustainability professionals. Carrie Stokes graduated Cum Laude with a double major in Anthropology and Religion and an Environmental Studies minor. She also earned honors in the Religion […]
This article is the first in a series about sustainability grads. We hope you enjoy it! Andrew Collins (’10) joined the Office of Sustainability intern team during the spring semester of his senior year, after a study abroad internship with International Union for Conservation of […]
Members of the class of 2012 are invited to sign the Green Graduation Pledge on Friday, May 18 at graduation ticket pick-up outside the University Book Store. Students who sign the pledge are committing to “take into account the social and environmental consequences of any future […]
We need your help spreading the word about all the great waste reduction programs that are in place for move-out. Last year, we kept more than 10 tons of books, furniture, clothes, paper and other items out of the landfill. We need your help to be successful […]
Explore local foods on and around campus by participating in a guided walk to Reynolda Village Farmers Market. You can dine all day on local cuisine in the Reynolda Fresh Food Company and the Magnolia Room. Guided Walk to Reynolda Village farmers market When: 10:00 […]
Join us for a day of advice, discussion, and networking focused on food activism. Food Activism Workshop When: Opening comments begin at 9:00 A.M. Morning Session: 1:00-11:30 a.m. Afternoon Session: 2:30-4:00 p.m. Where: Tribble Hall The workshop will offer participants practical advice on how to […]
Kick off the 10 Days of Celebrating the Earth by picking up your free, limited edition 10 Days t-shirt made from organic cotton. Part of a faith group on campus? Volunteer in the campus garden during the Interfaith Planting Party, part of the Interfaith Week […]
The following internships are open for Fall 2012. In order to apply, please fill out this form. Applications are due by 5:00 pm on Monday, April 16. Photography Intern The intern will attend and photograph Office of Sustainability events and maintain an active photostream on […]
Looking for a position, fellowship or internship in sustainability? The Office of Personal and Career Development (OPCD) is a great resource for current students. Anytime we receive notice of an open position related to sustainability, we forward the posting to OPCD. Their friendly […]
10 Days of Celebrating the Earth: April 19 – April 28 Welcome to your home for the 10 Days of Celebrating the Earth. From thought-provoking panel discussions to yoga on the Quad, we’ve planned something to engage everyone. Peruse the schedule, look for our […]
The Office of Sustainability is conducting a survey that is intended to help us learn more about energy use on campus. Your participation in the survey is completely voluntary and all responses are anonymous. After identifying your affiliation with Wake Forest University as faculty, staff, […]