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Danforth Campus Named Bicycle Friendly University at Gold Level
The League of American Bicyclists, the premier grassroots advocacy organization encouraging better bicycling and protecting the rights of people who bike, has honored WashU’s Danforth Campus with a Gold-level Bicycle Friendly University award in recognition of the institution’s achievements in promoting and enabling safe, accessible bicycling on campus. 

“We are proud to again be honored as a bike-friendly campus,” said Nichol Luoma, executive vice chancellor for administration and chief administrative officer. “Supporting commuting alternatives is an important part of our overall commitment to making WashU a sustainable campus.” More>>
WUSM Sustainability Position Opens
WashU's sustainability team is growing! The Operations and Facilities Management Department at the School of Medicine has announced the opening of a new Sustainability Coordinator position. More>>
WashU Arboretum Achieves Level III
The WashU Arboretum has achieved Level III status! It joins an elite group of arboreta across the world. This status is due to the remarkable efforts of WashU's Facilities team along with the late Dr. Stan Braude.  More>>
WashU Transportation Survey
In an ongoing effort to enhance campus transportation and accessibility, WashU is conducting a survey to better understand campus commuting habits and needs. Complete the survey to enter the raffle by Nov. 18. More>>
Green Labs Program Recognition
WashU was commended for the success of its Green Labs Program at the 2024 International Institute for Sustainable Laboratories (I2SL) conference, held in St. Louis. Learn how your lab can join the Green Labs Program. More>>
Green Office Spotlight
The Green Office Program celebrated the remarkable achievements of dozens of offices across WashU, including the Student Technology Services and Tech Den offices. Learn how your office can participate in the program. More>>
 
Guide to Sustainable Holidays
As we approach a number of upcoming holidays, the Office of Sustainability's guide to sustainable holidays is our gift to you! Pick up tips to help you lower your environmental impact when selecting menus, gifts, and décor. More>>
Circularity Center Open Hours
Fridays, 2-5 p.m., Circularity Center
Stop by the Circularity Center on North Campus to find clothes, shoes, books, furniture, bedding, kitchen appliances, office supplies, and a whole lot more. Drop-offs accepted. Please coordinate in advance for large donations. More>>
WUSM Farmers Market
Thursdays, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., UHSP Quad
Stop by WashU's weekly farmers market for fresh seasonal produce from HOSCO, WashU's Community Supported Agriculture partner, purchase wholesome artisan baked goods, farm fresh mushrooms and much more. More>>
Yard Sign Recycling Collection
Thursday, November 14 is the last day for yard sign special recycling collection. Drop off corrugated plastic yard signs in one of two locations on the Danforth and West Campuses. More>>
Gephardt St. Louis Fellowship
The Gephardt Institute offers students an immersive paid summer fellowship that connects WashU students to summer internships at non-profit organizations in the St. Louis region. More>>
Center's New Grad Mailing List
The Center for the Environment is transitioning their graduate student database. If you would like to be added to the Center's Grad Student E-mail List, please fill out a quick sign-up form. More>>
Pumpkin Drop-off
Did you know more than 1 billion pounds of pumpkins are thrown away each year after Halloween? Drop off your paint- and wax-free pumpkins for composting at two locations.  More>>
Do you have a sustainability story to tell from your office or department? Are you an alum working in sustainability and willing to share? Contact us to be featured as a guest author in the OOS newsletter.
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