Student Opportunities

Student Involvement

There are many ways for students at the University of Wyoming to get involved in sustainability initiatives. Many courses at UW are relevant to the topic of sustainability and a minor in sustainability is offered through the Haub School of Environment and Natural Resources. Sustainability at UW happens in the classroom, lab, field and through collaborative activities. In addition, several student and volunteer groups on campus are actively involved in sustainability in some way.

Earth Day 2022 Events & Activities

Laramie Community Climate Summit

The Sustainability Coalition, through the Shepard Symposium, is hosting the Laramie Climate Action Summit, Friday, April 22nd from 12-4 pm. The event will be held in the Wyoming Union Ballroom and a zoom link will also be provided to those who register if that is preferred. Register here!

The event will feature speakers on global, state, and local climate change issues, followed by a presentation on recommendations, made by a joint community-university task force on climate action, for a climate action commitment at the university. The final part will include breakout rooms where community members (YOU!) get to voice feedback on these recommendations and more!

SLCE Service Saturday and CSC Earth Day Clean-Up

SLCE and the Campus Sustainability Committee are hosting an Earth Day Clean-Up on April 23rd from 9-11 am. Come celebrate the Earth and clean LaPrele Park. All supplies will be provided. Learn more and register here!

Student Leadership and Civic Engagement

The UW Center for Service, Leadership & Community Engagement (SLCE) is a one-stop-shop for students, faculty and staff who want to get involved in the UW and Laramie communities and make a difference on campus. SLCE is the place to start if you're interested in opportunities to get involved in sustainability at UW.

Student Groups (RSO's)

• ACRES Student Farm - Agricultural and Community Resources for Everyday Sustainability ACRES. Purpose: Develop and maintain a student managed agricultural operation guided by the principles of economic, environmental, and social sustainability.
• Sustainability Coalition- The Sustainability Coalition at the University of Wyoming will foster a sustainable culture in UW’s student body, faculty, staff, and community.
• Environment & Natural Resource Club - This group connects people around exploring and understanding Laramie, Wyoming's, and hte world's environment and natural resources.
• The Good Mule Project  - The Good Mule Project is a student-led initiative at the University of Wyoming fostering a community of dialogue and action around issues of multiculturalism and diversity through the lens of social justice activism.
• Nordic Ski Team - The Nordic Ski Team at the University of Wyoming welcomes athletes of all abilities and interests. Divided into elite, competitive, and recreational teams, any are welcome, whether you're interested in making it to Nationals or simply having fun!  Each year the ski teams helps to bring sustainability to the community through Trash to Treasure (T2T), an event in which unwanted household items are collected at the end of the school year, cleaned and re-sold in the fall.
• Residence Halls Association (RHA) - Students living in the residence halls and apartments at UW can get involved in sustainability through RHA, which sponsors the residence halls recycling program and works with Residence Life & Dining Services and other campus groups on sustainability initiatives. 

Other Campus Groups

• UW Food Security Taskforce- This group is a coalition of students, staff, faculty, and administrators that plans and guides the University of Wyoming’s work to end student food insecurity.

Want to be involved with the Campus Sustainability Committee?

We hire interns every year to help with greenhouse gas emission inventory as well as communication and outreach. Visit our Internships page to learn more.