Sustainability Update

Protecting our oceans, protecting our future: OCEANS club and the plastic water bottle ban

sustainability@scu.edu (Office of Sustainability) — Tue, 04 Jun 2013 17:00:00 PST

Students in OCEANS club at Santa Clara explore their passion for marine conservation and ocean protection through partnerships with nonprofit organizations in the community. Read about the club and the work they have done to ban plastic water bottles on campus.

Stephanie Hughes applies water quality consulting experience in the classroom

sustainability@scu.edu (Office of Sustainability) — Tue, 04 Jun 2013 16:59:00 PST

Stephanie Hughes, Adjunct Lecturer in the Department of Environmental Studies and Sciences, believes water is one of the most important resource topics of the coming decades. Read about her teaching and research interests and about her experience as a water consultant for Bay Area municipalities.

News and Events

sustainability@scu.edu (Office of Sustainability) — Tue, 04 Jun 2013 16:58:00 PST

Office of Sustainability hires new interns; says goodbye to seniors
Seniors: take the Graduation Pledge
Move out volunteers needed--earn free movie tickets
Our City Forest needs volunteer help the next few weekends
The Forge Garden Party

Did you Know?

sustainability@scu.edu (Office of Sustainability) — Tue, 04 Jun 2013 16:57:00 PST

SCU students worked on a campaign this year to ban SCU-brand plastic water bottles from campus. Read more about the ban, about Santa Clara's water supply, and about the benefits of drinking tap water. Also, find out where you can fill your reusable bottle on campus.

Take Action

sustainability@scu.edu (Office of Sustainability) — Tue, 04 Jun 2013 16:56:00 PST

Tips to take action: reduce, reuse, recycle, and respect, related to water-wise gardening. REDUCE: excess watering by shortening time limits on automatic irrigation systems | REUSE: water by installing a rainwater catchment system | RECYCLE: compost-rich gardens are also water-efficient | RESPECT: the natural climate and neighboring communities when thinking about watering.

Transportation services department brings sustainable programs to students, faculty, and staff at SCU

sustainability@scu.edu (Office of Sustainability) — Wed, 01 May 2013 13:00:00 PST

In order to help SCU achieve its goal of becoming carbon neutral by the end of 2015, the Transportation Services department has worked to bring a number of sustainable transportation options to campus. Read about Zipcar, Dero Zap, and more in this highlight of sustainable transportation at SCU.

Former Deputy General Counsel of the EPA builds climate leaders at the Santa Clara School of Law

sustainability@scu.edu (Office of Sustainability) — Wed, 01 May 2013 12:59:00 PST

A past Deputy General Counsel of the EPA and Professor of Law at the University of Vermont, Professor Tseming Yang brings a wealth of knowledge and experience in climate change and international environmental law to the law faculty at SCU. Read about how Yang got started in environmental law and about how he is helping to build the next generation of climate leaders on campus.

News and Events

sustainability@scu.edu (Office of Sustainability) — Wed, 01 May 2013 12:58:00 PST

Nominate someone for the Sustainability Champions Award
May is Water Awareness Month
Saturday garden workday at the Forge
Life After SCU: Entertain on a budget
Movie night at the Forge
TOMS Style Your Sole
Bike to Work Day
Composting workshop at the Forge
Invasive Species in the Bay Area
California Water Policy-Who Gets What and Why

Did you Know?

sustainability@scu.edu (Office of Sustainability) — Wed, 01 May 2013 12:57:00 PST

SCU is located just across the street from a Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) bus stop. Hop on Bus 22 to head to downtown San Jose, and check out all the museums, theaters, and concerts this area has to offer. Read more about how, when, and where to catch Bus 22.

Take Action

sustainability@scu.edu (Office of Sustainability) — Wed, 01 May 2013 12:56:00 PST

Tips to take action: reduce, reuse, recycle, and respect, related to transportation. REDUCE: pollution by trip-chaining | REUSE: books about reduce, reuse, recycle | RECYCLE: use a certified Green Car Wash | RESPECT: your health with the AIRNow Mobile App.

SCCAP provides service opportunities for students, models way for Broncos to give back

sustainability@scu.edu (Office of Sustainability) — Fri, 05 Apr 2013 15:00:00 PST

Santa Clara's Community Action Program (SCCAP) provides opportunities for over 400 students every quarter to volunteer in Bay Area communities, serving local people in need. Read more about how SCCAP models the Jesuit ideals of a service-oriented education and promotes the spirit of Broncos giving back.

SCU alumni take on "Leavey Challenge" to raise over $1 million for the Santa Clara Fund

sustainability@scu.edu (Office of Sustainability) — Fri, 05 Apr 2013 14:59:00 PST

The Leavey Challenge seeks to raise over $1 million for the Santa Clara Fund this year. The Thomas and Dorothy Leavey Foundation will donate $1 million to the Santa Clara Fund if at least 9,000 SCU undergraduate alumni make a donation of any amount. Read more about the challenge and learn how you can give back and leave a legacy at SCU.

News and Events

sustainability@scu.edu (Office of Sustainability) — Fri, 05 Apr 2013 14:58:00 PST

Sustainability internship opportunity with City of Cupertino
The Forge Garden Showcase
Santa Clara University Community Day of Service
Forge movie night
Aquaponics workshop
Great American Litter Pick Up Day
Swap for Good donation collection and shop
Earth Day Festival
Malley Happy Hour for Earth Day
Wild & Scenic Film Festival
Brown Bag Series: Organic Gardening 101
Solar Decathlon Groundbreaking event
Eco-Fashion and Art Show

Did you Know?

sustainability@scu.edu (Office of Sustainability) — Fri, 05 Apr 2013 14:57:00 PST

April is the National Month of Service, and to celebrate, student organizations and departments at SCU have planned a Broncos Giving Back week full of events and programs to raise awareness about local and national community programs. Read more about Broncos Giving Back and view the schedule of events.

Take Action

sustainability@scu.edu (Office of Sustainability) — Fri, 05 Apr 2013 14:56:00 PST

Tips to take action: reduce, reuse, recycle, and respect, related to giving back. REDUCE: join a sustainability organization and work on a campaign like the water bottle ban | REUSE: returnable glass milk bottles and ice cream cones | RECYCLE: your hair with Locks of Love | RESPECT: adhere to and inform others of SCU smoking policies.

Society of Women Engineers helps high school girls achieve full potential as leaders, engineers

sustainability@scu.edu (Office of Sustainability) — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 10:00:00 PST

Nearly 55 percent of college undergraduates are women, but they account for only 20 percent of all engineering students in the United States. Santa Clara University's chapter of Society of Women Engineers (SWE) is working to engage more women in the field of engineering in their academic and professional lives. Read about SCU's chapter and the work they have been doing on campus and in the Santa Clara community.

Ecofeminism professor models the way for pursuing personal and professional sustainability

sustainability@scu.edu (Office of Sustainability) — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 09:59:00 PST

Professor Sherry Booth, a champion on campus for sustainability and feminism, teaches the only ecofeminism course at SCU. She is also an advisor to the Sustainable Living Undergraduate Research Program (SLURP) and a member of the University Sustainability Council. Read about Sherry's classes and hear her advice for women who want to pursue sustainability in their lives and careers.

News and Events

sustainability@scu.edu (Office of Sustainability) — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 09:58:00 PST

Loyola RLC wins Energy Challenge
Catalan Family Farm delivers produce boxes to campus
Seniors: Sign the Grad Pledge
B.U.G. Elementary School Garden Workday
E-waste drive with Green Mouse Recycling
Earth Day Festival Planning Committee
International Zero Waste Week
Earth Hour
The Forge Showcase

Did you Know?

sustainability@scu.edu (Office of Sustainability) — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 09:57:00 PST

Santa Clara University runs a program for social enterprise collaboration called the Global Social Benefit Incubator in the Center for Science, Technology, and Society. Read about this world renowned program and how it helps to empower women in developing countries.

Take Action

sustainability@scu.edu (Office of Sustainability) — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 09:56:00 PST

Tips to take action: reduce, reuse, recycle, and respect, related to a sustainable St. Patrick's Day. REDUCE: the number of bottles you buy | REUSE: your old St. Patrick's Day decorations | RECYCLE: all your bottles, cans, and red solo cups | RESPECT: learn about the Feast of St. Patrick.