Get Involved in Campus Sustainability

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Get Involved in Campus Sustainability: Events & Clubs

At Westfield State University, sustainability is a core value, and there are plenty of opportunities to get involved. Whether it's attending an event, joining a club, or participating in national initiatives, you can make a positive impact on campus and beyond. Below, you'll find upcoming sustainability-related events, as well as information on student clubs and national groups dedicated to climate action and environmental advocacy.

Sustainability Events

Annual Events
  • Sustainability Club Thrift Store Events
    • When: Annually in spring and fall semesters
    • The Sustainability Club organizes thrift store events to promote sustainable shopping and reduce waste on campus.
  • Earth Day Events
    • When: Annually on April 22
    • Celebrations, activities, and awareness campaigns hosted on campus to mark Earth Day.
  • Tree Planting Events
    • When: Annually, spring semester
    • As a designated Tree-Friendly Campus (Arbor Day Foundation), planting takes to celebrate the many ways trees benefit our campus.
2025 Events

  • March 27, National Faith + Climate Forum 2025, 12:00 pm - 5:30 pm, WSU's  Albert and Amelia Ferst Interfaith Center

    Join faith leaders and community members for a live watch party of the National Faith + Climate Forum 2025. Experience a day of powerful discussions, engaging workshops, and community building as we explore the intersection of faith and environmental action. Learn more at https://nationalfaithandclimateforum.org/

  • April 22 Earth Day Mapping Climate Change, 4-7pm, University Hall presentation room

    Join Professor Braun in a whole-body mapping activity where you are the moving pieces that move across a huge floor map to learn more about Climate Change. Contact cbraun@westfield.ma.edu 

2024 Events
  • Aladdine Joroff, Deputy Climate Chief, MA Office of Climate Innovation and Resilience Zoom Presentation
    Date: November 5, 2024
    Contact: tweiss@westfield.ma.edu
  • 1:1 Consultations with Registered Dietician, Andrea Reyes
    Date: November 4, 2024
    Contact: Counseling Center
2023 Events
  • Clean Energy Incentives for All Forum – October 2023, GPS Dept.
    Learn more
  • Climate Change Simulation Event – April 2023, C. Braun
    Learn more

Clubs & Groups

National Groups

Ready to Learn More About Campus Sustainability?

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Contact Us

Dr. Tarin Weiss
Sustainability Coordinator