A green celebration
Happy Earth Week
Living in Flagstaff, it’s easy to treat everyday as Earth Day.
But, this is true 👇🏼
Get moving, go green ♻️
This week, make time to look at the beauty that surrounds you and do something green. Whether it’s recycling, volunteering or attending one of our many campus events — we make it easy to be green and sustainable too.
Campus Events
From April 17–21, NAU Campus dining will be hosting SLOW Food lunch menus at the Hot Spot, which will include local, organic, whole foods.
Tuesday, April 18
4:00–5:00pm, Why Science Matters: Biodiversity // Physical Sciences rm. 103
Dr. Sara Souther of the University of Wisconsin-Madison will be presenting on “Looking within the range: Species’ response to climate change,” part of LCI’s Spring Speaker Series. In the age of “alternative facts,” it’s more important than ever for scientists to communicate the relevance of their work.
6:30–8:00pm, Agriculture to Appetites
Agriculture to Appetites is a free roundtable community discussion about the sustainability of regional agriculture in the face of a warming climate, rising land prices, and other challenges. Hear local experts on sustainable agriculture, then brainstorm with neighbors. Check out the FaceBook event here.
Wednesday, April 19
10:30–12:00pm, Boiler Tour, meet by the east entrance to Adele Mathematics
Where does all your hot water on campus comes from?
Find out on the boiler tour with NAU Facility Services (preview below to wow your friends with your knowledge).
11:00–3:00pm, Open Air Market // NAU Campus Pedway
Farm to table — check out our Open Air Market and get the freshest good around.
1:00–2:15pm, Environmental Caucus State of Sustainability Address // ARD Large Pod
The state of sustainability at NAU and exploring possible ways to incorporate environmentally conscious practices in the future.
Friday, April 21
3:00–8:00pm, Earth Jam! // NAU Central Quad
Spring jams on the quad.
Line up: Nice Trip, Vagabond, Sol Drop, Tiny Bird, Dub and Down w/ the Blues, A Band Called Sports. What better way to spend a Friday?
EARTH DAY, Saturday, April 22
9:00–10:30am, Community Clean Up // Heritage Square
As the kick-off for the city’s Earth Day Celebration, Flagstaff will be hosting a community clean up to pick up trash and make our town even more beautiful.
11:00–2:00pm, City of Flagstaff Earth Day Celebration // Heritage Square
Free workshops on the County Courthouse Front Lawn and live entertainment too!
Want to see the entire list of events?\ Check out the Earth Week website here and remember to 👇🏼
Make an impact. One act at a time.
