SU continues to honor its commitment to sustainability and reduced energy consumption.
Selected from more than 400 applicants, SU is a finalist for the award based on its published research regarding the sustainability of higher-education institutions.
The event fulfills SU’s commitment to the Arbor Day Foundation’s Tree Campus Higher Education program.
Southwestern University students reflect the nation’s diversity of political stances.
The funding will enable SU to continue its Georgetown Green Film Series.
Rooms in two residence halls will be furnished with environmentally friendly bed frames, dressers, desks, and mattresses.
Members reflect on how Students for Environmental Activism and Knowledge (SEAK) inspires and educates them beyond the classroom.
“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
One Southwestern student’s experience studying abroad in Australia
Southwestern University has earned a 2019 Tree Campus USA recognition for its contributions to urban forest conservation.
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.
SU is certified by the Xerces Society for Invertebrate Conservation.
Southwestern alumni adventurers raise awareness about water and educate the public about sustainability.
Southwestern will screen the SXSW award-winning documentary on February 27, 2020.
Environmental studies major and architecture and feminist studies double minor Lois Durant ’20 shares her journey in environmental policy in the non-profit sector.
The environmental studies major is sailing around the world while practicing sustainable living.
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.
Southwestern Associate Professor of Environmental Studies Joshua Long explores the social-justice impacts of cities implementing climate-resilient policy and planning.
A recent Smithsonian article, “Is a Texas Town the Future of Renewable Energy?,” wonderfully highlighted our city’s and Southwestern’s commitment to sustainability.
Southwestern University was honored with a 2018 Tree Campus USA ® recognition by the Arbor Day Foundation for its commitment to effective urban forest management.
Interdisciplinary scholars and artists explore the Anthropocene at Southwestern’s Brown Symposium XXXIX.
Kira McEntire ’13 explores creative expression while teaching and researching wildlife biology.
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!
SU is once again recognized for its commitment to sustainability.
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.
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.
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.
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.
In September 2017 the faculty of Southwestern University became the first university governing body to call upon Congress to address climate change.
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.
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.
Payment Awarded for Participation in ERCOT’s Demand Response Program
Three Southwestern University students recently learned to launch instruments on weather balloons that measure the concentration of ozone in the atmosphere.
Three Southwestern University students recently learned to launch instruments on weather balloons that measure the concentration of ozone in the atmosphere.
Southwestern University wins with green power.
Southwestern physics majors use energy efficient water recycling to protect Fountainwood Observatory equipment from Texas heat.
EPA Names Southwestern the 2014-2015 College & University Green Power Conference Champion for the fifth year in a row
Student commitment to sustainability secures Southwestern a spot in the Princeton Review’s Guide to Green Colleges
Environmental Studies capstone class is calculating Southwestern’s ecological footprint
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.