Sustainability News

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  The Arbor Day Foundation Program Honors Southwestern University with a 2020 Tree Campus USA Award

  Southwestern University was recognized for promoting healthy trees and engaging students and staff in the spirit of conservation.

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  Southwestern University Partners with OrganiCup to Provide Free Sustainable Period Products to Students

  A student-led campaign aims to raise awareness about the social and environmental impacts of single-use menstrual products.

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  Southwestern University Receives Arts & Culture Grant from the City of Georgetown

  The funding will enable SU to continue its Georgetown Green Film Series.

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  Sustainable Furniture Comes to Southwestern

  Rooms in two residence halls will be furnished with environmentally friendly bed frames, dressers, desks, and mattresses.

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  Supporting Environmental Activism and Personal Growth on Campus

  Members reflect on how Students for Environmental Activism and Knowledge (SEAK) inspires and educates them beyond the classroom.

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  In Good Company: Building a Climate of Sustainability at SU

  “Do your little bit of good where you are; it’s those little bits of good put together that overwhelm the world.” —Archbishop Desmond Tutu

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  Southwestern Becomes the 87th Bee Campus USA

  SU is certified by the Xerces Society for Invertebrate Conservation.

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  Southwestern Featured in the 2019 Edition of the Princeton Review Guide to Green Colleges

  SU is once again recognized for its strong commitment to green practices and sustainability programs.

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  EPA Recognizes Southwestern University as Top Green Power User in the Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference

  SU wins the 2018–2019 College and University Green Power Challenge.

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  Southwestern Featured in the 2018 Edition of the The Princeton Review Guide To 399 Green Colleges

  SU is once again recognized for its commitment to sustainability.