January 27th- February 1st, 2025
Join us for a week full of sustainability-related events and activities for students, researchers, educators, staff, and the public. This week is organized by the UC Office of Sustainability, the School of Environment and Sustainability (SEaS), Student Government, and the Center for Public Engagement with Science (PEWS). All events are free of charge unless otherwise indicated.
For a list of events open to the public, follow the link!
Monday, January 27th
SustainabiliTEA: SEaS Undergraduate Event
10:30am-12:30pm
CCH 2120
Sponsored by SEaS
Are you an undergraduate student at UC interested in learning about sustainability tips for the winter, sharing some tea, and learning about other resources to support you? Led by Dr. Teri Jacobs, this session is for you!
My Green Labs Webinar
2:00-3:00pm
Faculty Enrichment Center
Sponsored by PEWS
Anyone working in a lab, from PIs to graduate assistants, can attend to learn how to create a culture of sustainability in the lab.
Sustainability@UC: Campus Opportunities Fair
5:00-6:00pm
LINDHALL 4330
Sponsored by Student Government, the Office of Sustainability, Net Impact UC, and SEaS
One-stop shop for all things sustainability on campus. This event will bring together faculty, student organizations, and initiatives with a sustainability focus to showcase how students can get involved.
Tuesday, January 28th
Faculty Collaborative Grant Planning
12:30-2:00pm
Faculty Enrichment Center
Sponsored by PEWS
Meet with other faculty to discuss opportunities for interdisciplinary sustainability-related grant collaboration.
Green Jobs Initiative: Speaker Panel and Networking Mixer
5:00-6:30pm
Kautz Attic
Sponsored by Student Government and Net Impact UC
Professionals from diverse industries will discuss the growing importance of green jobs, share insights on building a career in sustainability, and talk about their career journeys. This event is open to all and includes a networking mixer following the panel.
Green Infrastructure Workshop
6:30-7:30pm
LINDHALL 0040
Sponsored by the Society of Environmental Engineers
Workshop for all UC students, faculty, and staff on green infrastructure and stormwater management, focusing on solutions for our campus and the Cincinnati area, while showcasing the current project for the EPA Campus RainWorks Challenge.
Wednesday, January 29th
Sustainability Educators’ Lunch
12:00-2:00pm
Faculty Enrichment Center
Lunch Provided
Fill out the pre-meeting survey here!
Sponsored by PEWS and SEaS
A chance for UC faculty to share ideas, discuss potential collaborations, and consider how best to respond to student interest in sustainability-related courses.
Sustainable Art Fair
5:00-7:00pm
DAAP Room 4425
Sponsored by Student Government and Sustainable Fashion Initiative
Experience a gallery of sustainable art open to all and created by local artists, enjoy snacks & refreshments, and support SFI mission, with proceeds helping to fund future meetings.
Film Screening of Flowers of Ukraine and Post-film Discussion with Director and UC Faculty
7:00pm
Esquire Theatre, 320 Ludlow Ave, Cincinnati
Sponsored by SEaS and the Niehoff Center for Film and Media Studies
Free admission for UC community with RSVP; standard movie ticket cost for the public.
Directed by Adelina Borets (Poland/Ukraine)
Plant Pot Painting with UC Horticulture & Beekeeping Club
7:00-8:00pm
Swift 519, TUC
Sponsored by Student Government, the UC Horticulture Club, and the UC Beekeeping Club.
Join us to have a fun time painting pots in which you can plant pollinator friendly flowers! Paint, pots, and a variety of pollinator friendly flower seeds will be provided.
Bearcat Recycling
7:30-9:00pm
UC Bike Kitchen + 5/3 Arena
Sponsored by the Office of Sustainability
Separate registration required!
This is a great opportunity for both service hours & a hands-on learning experience. Join us in diverting waste from the landfill at the UC Women’s Basketball game vs. Houston! Registration Link
Thursday, January 30th
UC Sustainability Awards
5:30-6:00pm
Probasco Auditorium
University of Cincinnati
2839 Clifton Ave,
Cincinnati, OH 45220
Sponsored by the Office of Sustainability
Motivating the UC community to foster a culture of sustainability while advancing academic excellence, urban impact, and innovation. Nominate someone here!
Reception
6:00-6:30pm
Probasco Auditorium
Sponsored by PEWS
Join us for light appetizers after the awards ceremony and before the keynote!
Public Lecture by Niall Kirkwood, Harvard Graduate School of Design
6:30-8:00pm
Probasco Auditorium
Sponsored by PEWS
Beyond Brownfields: Nature, Design and Urban Regeneration in the Post-Industrial Landscape
Friday, January 31st
Info Session about Environmental Literacy Certificate
11:30am-1:00pm
Lindner 1140
Sponsored by the Office of Sustainability and Student Government
PEWS R&D (Research and Discussion) Group with Niall Kirkwood
1:30-2:30pm
Clifton Court Hall 5102 or Teams
Sponsored by PEWS
Join Niall Kirkwood for a more intimate discussion after his public lecture on Thursday.
Grad Sustainability Mixer & Celebration
3:00-4:30pm
Clifton Court Hall Room 4290
Sponsored by SEaS and PEWS
Click here to give feedback about forming a graduate student sustainability community!
Join us in celebrating the work of sustainability-inclined graduate students. Light snacks and beverages provided. All are welcome! Come anytime.
UC Utilities: A Timeline of Progress Toward Sustainability (Presentation + Q&A)
3:30-5:00pm
Lindner 0070
Sponsored by the Office of Sustainability
For anyone who’s curious to know more about the power plants on campus (and what they mean for our carbon footprint), join us for a
a presentation + Q&A about UC Utilities’ history and progress in reducing emissions while maintaining reliability.
Saturday, February 1st
PRIX JEUNESSE Suitcase: Kids TV and Sustainability – No Planet B
8:30am-4:15pm
Clifton Court Hall Auditorium
Breakfast and Lunch Provided
Sponsored by Prix Jeunesse International, Cheer, the UC Niehoff Center for Film and Media Studies, and PEWS
Spend the day watching and discussing children’s sustainable educational television from around the world! All are welcome.
Clean Up Cincy Street Sweep
10:00am-1:00pm
Location TBD
Sponsored by Student Government and Clean Up Cincinnati
Join us for a community clean-up event, where you’ll help beautify the streets around campus by picking up litter with provided supplies, enjoy breakfast beforehand, and contribute to creating a cleaner, more welcoming environment.
Critical Walk: In Conversation with Viral Justice: How We Grow the World We Want
12:30pm-1:30pm
Meet at Sitwells Act II 324
Ludlow Avenue, Cincinnati OH, 45220
Sponsored by SEaS and the Taft Research Center
Stretch your legs and join this Critical Walk for faculty, students, and the public. We will lead you on a walk and read curated passages from Ruha Benjamin’s Viral Justice: Building the World We Want. The walk will provide opportunities for reflection, pause, and mindful walking in the winter months. Please dress for outdoor weather.
Campaigns
One Bag of Trash
Throughout Sustainability@UC Week
Earn volunteer hours through Clean Up Cincy with our one bag of trash initiative! For the week of January 27-February 1, you can earn one volunteer hour per 13-gallon trash bag you fill with litter for up to three volunteer hours!
- You can clean up any site (it doesn’t have to be in Cincinnati)
- The trash bag must be 13 gallons or bigger and at least ¾ full
- You must submit pictures of the full trash bags and 1 set of before and after pictures of the locations you cleaned per trash bag!! ex) if you fill 3 trash bags, you must upload 3 sets of before and after pictures of streets/sites you cleaned.
Pick up your bag at the UC Bike Kitchen. Hours:
Mon, Wed-Fri: 3:00-6:00pm
Tues: 10:00am-1:00pm
Sponsored by Clean Up Cincy
Sustainability @ UC Event Spirit Competition
Throughout Sustainability@UC Week
Compete as an Individual or a Group:
- Individuals: Your points will count toward the individual competition.
- Clubs/Organizations: Encourage your members to attend and participate—their points will contribute to your organization’s score.
Earn Points for Participation:
- Attend events during Sustainability @ UC Week to earn 1 point per event.
- Complete feedback forms for each event to earn 1 additional point.
Track Your Involvement:
- Indicate on the attendance and feedback forms if you’re participating in the competition.
- Let us know on the form if you’re representing a club or organization to count points toward your group’s total.
Win Rewards:
- For Individuals: Top scorers will receive gift cards.
- For Clubs/Organizations: The group with the most points will win a food voucher for event catering!
Be sure to attend events, submit feedback, and make your impact during Sustainability @ UC Week!
Sponsors
The History of Sustainability@UC Week
The first Sustainability@UC Week was organized by PEWS in January 2024, with support from the Research2030 Initiative of the UC Office of Research and a UC Provost Office Faculty Award. The week featured Dr. Mitchell Thomashow, a leader in environmental learning.
This year, again with support from the Office of Research, PEWS is collaborating with the Office of Sustainability, the School of Environment and Sustainability (SEaS), and Student Government to create a more extensive and wide-reaching program of events for UC and public audiences.
Questions? Email engagingscience@uc.edu