WashU Offers Free Bike Registration via Project 529

Recognized as a silver-level Bike Friendly University in 2017, WashU supports cyclists and seeks to expand the use of bicycles among its community. WashU is reinforcing this commitment by transitioning to a more robust bike registration system through Project 529, the industry’s first mobile-based program designed for college campuses. Bike registration consists of recording important information about a bike in order to facilitate its recovery, should it be lost or stolen. Upon completion of the registration form, the bike owner receives a shield that must be affixed to the bicycle frame. In addition to serving as a theft deterrent, bike registration facilitates enforcement of bike parking rules, and also provides a method to easily communicate and educate the campus biking community. A truly win-win system! More >>
Join the Sustainability Team this Fall
The Office of Sustainability is looking to fill 3 open internship positions for the fall semester and (preferably) beyond: Communication & Marketing, Green Office, and Food Associates. Students work collaboratively on programmatic projects with oversight from staff. More >>
What it Means to be "In St. Louis"
The new "In St. Louis" project will explore what it means to be in St. Louis today and the equity work that continues in our region. In its inaugural year, the project will delve into the movement and momentum that sprung from the killing of Michael Brown and the uprising that followed. More >>
Gym Wood Floor Gets Repurposed
Due to damage created by recent rainstorms, the wood floors of the WUSM gymnasium were entirely removed. Salvaged wood was donated to nonprofits like Perennial and Refab. Visit the Refab store to incorporate a piece of WashU history into your next DIY project! More >>
Threats to the Endangered Species Act
According to WashU's international biodiversity expert Jonathan Losos, the overhaul of the Endangered Species Act proposed by the Trump Administration will “hasten the extinction of countless species". The Act has inspired similar legislation around the world. More>>
Fall Bike Tune-Ups at WUSM
TODAY & Sept. 26, 11a - 2p, Hope Plaza
Get your bike in tip-top shape before the cooler riding season! Free bike tune-ups provided by mobile bike shop Velofix, along with active transportation resources. More >>
Paddle for a Cause 2019
Date: September 7, 9a - 2:30p
Meet at Columbia Bottom Conservation Area
This family-friendly float trip is a great opportunity to experience the beautiful Missouri River while supporting a great cause. More >>
Design with Nature: Biophilic Design
Date: September 11, 8a - 10a
Location: DUC 234
Interact with natural elements to learn about biophilic design and its impacts on LEED, WELL and LBC. Free for WashU attendees! More >>
Monsanto Trials and Monsanto Papers
Date: August 30, 1 - 2p
Location: Seigle Hall, room 204
In this Agri-Food Workshop lecture, investigative journalist Carey Gillam will cast a critical eye on industry influence and pesticide science. More >>
Annual Japanese Festival
Aug. 31, Sept. 2, Missouri Botanical Garden
Celebrating the history, culture, and people of Japan, the Japanese Festival at the Missouri Botanical Garden is one of the largest and oldest festivals of its kind in the United States. More >>
Grow Solar St. Louis Info Sessions
Multiples dates & locations in the STL region
Grow Solar is a group purchasing program to make residential solar more affordable. Learn the basics of solar, financing options, & how the program works at a free info session. More >>
Known & Grown Marketing Internship
Known & Grown STL is a MCE initiative that promotes local, sustainable farmers within 150 miles of St. Louis. The marketing intern will support social media, design materials, and create website content. More>>
Apply to Work on Solar with Azimuth
Azimuth Energy, a local engineering and construction company in the solar-energy industry, is recruiting a part-time Operations Technician to support a range of renewable energy and efficiency projects. More>>
Help Trailnet Count Bikes and Peds
Annual counts allow local organizations to shape infrastructure projects that make our region more livable for all. Be a part of the National Bicycle & Pedestrian Documentation Project by counting at designated locations. Sept 10-11, 5-7p. More>>
 
Signup to Compost in Your Dorm!
The Residential Composting program allows all students living on the South 40 to receive a 5-gallon bucket to collect compost in their room. Bucket must be emptied in the large compost bin located on each floor's trash room. More>>
 
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