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
No Worries, Mate: Appreciating the Ups and Downs Down Under
One Southwestern student’s experience studying abroad in Australia
The Arbor Day Foundation Program Honors Southwestern University with a 2019 Tree Campus USA Award
Southwestern University has earned a 2019 Tree Campus USA recognition for its contributions to urban forest conservation.
Stray cat found on campus
This lost pet cat was found by Physical Plant employees, trapped by Cat Partners, and taken to the Georgetown City Animal Shelter today. The kitty was hanging out behind Physical Plant, by the SU Garden. The kitty was very hungry and appeared friendly, but fearful. A big thanks to one of the night custodians, Amelia, who reported the kitty to Kelly Lessard , Advisor to Cat Partners. Kelly was able to trap the kitty and take it to the shelter. The shelter scanned for a microchip, and will be contacting the registered owner.
Southwestern Becomes the 87th Bee Campus USA
SU is certified by the Xerces Society for Invertebrate Conservation.
Wander Like Water
Southwestern alumni adventurers raise awareness about water and educate the public about sustainability.
The River and The Wall: A Wide Lens on Our Southern Border
Southwestern will screen the SXSW award-winning documentary on February 27, 2020.
The Environmental Diaries
Environmental studies major and architecture and feminist studies double minor Lois Durant ’20 shares her journey in environmental policy in the non-profit sector.
Emma Davis ’14 Is on a Boat!
The environmental studies major is sailing around the world while practicing sustainable living.
EPA Recognizes Southwestern University As 2017-18 College and University Green Power Conference Champion
Southwestern University beat our conference rivals by using more than 18 million kilowatt-hours (kWh) of green power, representing 100 percent of the school’s annual electricity use.
It’s Not Easy Being Green
Southwestern Associate Professor of Environmental Studies Joshua Long explores the social-justice impacts of cities implementing climate-resilient policy and planning.
Southwestern Featured in Smithsonian Magazine
A recent Smithsonian article, “Is a Texas Town the Future of Renewable Energy?,” wonderfully highlighted our city’s and Southwestern’s commitment to sustainability.
Arbor Day Foundation Honors Southwestern University with 2018 Tree Campus USA® Recognition
Southwestern University was honored with a 2018 Tree Campus USA ® recognition by the Arbor Day Foundation for its commitment to effective urban forest management.
The Human Impact on Earth
Interdisciplinary scholars and artists explore the Anthropocene at Southwestern’s Brown Symposium XXXIX.
The Science and Art of Salamanders
Kira McEntire ’13 explores creative expression while teaching and researching wildlife biology.
Oh The Places You’ll Go on the GoGeo
Have you heard? The GoGeo Bus is FREE for SU students, staff, and faculty! You may be wondering… what all can you do on the bus? Well, we got you covered! Learn about the places you’ll go on the GoGeo!
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.
Southwestern Hosts Screening of Dirt Rich and a Q&A with Filmmaker Marcelina Cravat
The award-winning film—a powerful documentary about using regenerative agricultural practices, reforestation, and conservation strategies to combat climate change—comes to campus on Nov. 8.
Professor of Religion Dr. Laura Hobgood’s Book “A Dog’s History of the World” Featured in Psychology Today
Dr. Hobgood was recently interviewed in an article on her 2014 book A Dog’s History of the World: Canines and the Domestication of Humans.
Alumna heads to MIT for graduate study in city planning
A biology and environmental studies graduate, Vanessa Toro Barragan ’12 seeks to tackle climate change at the intersections of science and social justice. The flexible and interdisciplinary Master in City Planning (MCP) program at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) will allow her to do just that.
Alumna heads to MIT for graduate study in city planning
A biology and environmental studies graduate, Vanessa Toro Barragan ’12 seeks to tackle climate change at the intersections of science and social justice. The flexible and interdisciplinary Master in City Planning (MCP) program at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) will allow her to do just that.
SU Faculty Urge Congress to Act on Climate Change
In September 2017 the faculty of Southwestern University became the first university governing body to call upon Congress to address climate change.
Sustainability Begins with “SU”
Evidence of the school’s eco-minded efforts are visible in every corner of campus, from the solar panels on Heather Hall to the water bottle refill stations, rainwater collection barrels, single stream recycling, and much more.
Sustainability Begins with “SU”
Evidence of the school’s eco-minded efforts are visible in every corner of campus, from the solar panels on Heather Hall to the water bottle refill stations, rainwater collection barrels, single stream recycling, and much more.
Georgetown Utility Systems Presents Check to Southwestern University
Payment Awarded for Participation in ERCOT’s Demand Response Program
Southwestern University SCOPE Scholars Launch Ozonesondes on Weather Balloons
Three Southwestern University students recently learned to launch instruments on weather balloons that measure the concentration of ozone in the atmosphere.
Southwestern University SCOPE Scholars Launch Ozonesondes on Weather Balloons
Three Southwestern University students recently learned to launch instruments on weather balloons that measure the concentration of ozone in the atmosphere.
EPA Recognizes Southwestern University as a Green Power Champion
Southwestern University wins with green power.
Southwestern Students Create Energy Efficient Water Recycling System
Southwestern physics majors use energy efficient water recycling to protect Fountainwood Observatory equipment from Texas heat.
EPA Names Southwestern A Green Power Champion
EPA Names Southwestern the 2014-2015 College & University Green Power Conference Champion for the fifth year in a row
Commitment to Sustainable Practices Secures Green Ranking
Student commitment to sustainability secures Southwestern a spot in the Princeton Review’s Guide to Green Colleges
Promoting Sustainability at Southwestern
Environmental Studies capstone class is calculating Southwestern’s ecological footprint
Mapping Charity
Jennifer O’Neal wins a King Creativity Grant for her GIS Project which develops a website that will analyze and map charitable organizations in Africa.