Beginning City Cycling with Tacos and Coffee: March 21
St. Edward’s University alumnus, Benji Fitten ’19, previously featured on our newsletter, is...
Category Archives: Sustainability
Chocolate might become an obsolete Valentine’s tradition
Chocolate – the ideal valentines day gift, paired with a few...
Meet our new Tree Campus USA intern Paloma Ridge ’21
The Office of Sustainability welcomes our newest Tree Campus USA intern...
Add a Little Green to Your Valentine’s Day
Love is in the air- the humid, warm, sticky air. With...
Elections In Texas: How to Prep and Cast Your Vote
The next big voting day in Texas is right around the...
Internship Opportunity: Tree Campus USA Intern for Spring 2020
About The Office of Sustainability seeks an undergraduate student intern to...
What do you do with broken Christmas lights?
If you already decorated for the Christmas season you may have...
Call for student posters: Texas Regional Alliance for Campus Sustainability
The Texas Regional Alliance for Campus Sustainability (TRACS) is thrilled to...
Try your hand at this recycling game
The next time you need a break, try playing the Austin Recycles game from...
Andi Utter ’20 on her experience at the Climate Strike Rally
As an intern of the Office of Sustainability, and as a...
Andi Utter ’20 and Ricardo Vivas ’20 PARK mini golf downtown
Andi Utter ’20 and Ricardo Vivas ’20 spent Friday morning creating...
Submit your climate change story
EarthBeat, a project from the National Catholic Reporter is seeking reader-submitted stories with...
Application open for Changemaker Challenge for Young Visionaries
T-Mobile, the T-Mobile Foundation and nonprofit partner Ashoka are teaming up again this...
Internship opportunity: Austin Circular Economy Program
Austin Resource Recovery is hiring marketing and programming interns. Work for...
Gwendolyn Bailey ’12 recognized for her PhD research
Gwendolyn Bailey ’12, PSM ’15 was recognized in the past year...
Olivia Rome ’20 reflects on her internship experience
This summer I have been given the opportunity to work for...
Austin Fast Start: Mobility Innovation applications open
Do you have an idea to improve Austin’s transportation system and...
Natural gas has a formidable opponent in nuclear energy
This blog post was originally published by a student studying abroad...
Do you know your ecological footprint?
How many planets does it take to support your lifestyle? Humanity...
Four of the coolest nature spots in El Paso, Texas
Growing up in El Paso, Texas I have always loved being...
Help shape the future of transit on Congress Avenue
Project Connect is the long-term, high capacity rapid transit plan for the...
Sustainability at home in Angers, France
his blog post was originally published by a student studying abroad...
Drinking for biodiversity
This blog post was originally published by a student studying abroad...
You’re invited: Artist in Residence Reception at Wild Basin
Join Wild Basin in celebrating talented local artist, Bethany Johnson, as...
Plan your visit to Wild Basin Creative Research Center
Less than 10 miles away from St. Edward’s campus, lies Wild Basin...
BEElieve it! Bees arrive on campus
After a 250 mile journey south, two colonies of Italian bees...
12 Little Environmental Victories to Make You Smile this Earth Week
For many, talk of the Natural World has simply become a...
Upcoming conference call series: International Security Under Changing Climate Conditions
This Wednesday, the Kozmetsky Center, in partnership with the Council on...
Free AASHE membership
Did you know that with your St. Edward’s email address you...
Wild Basin accepting applications for Research Fund awards
Wild Basin is accepting applications for 2019 research fellowships from the...
Holy Cross Hall: Now and Then
After a fire that destroyed our beloved Main Building in April...
Designing for Environmental Sustainability and Social Impact free online course
Acumen and the MAVA Foundation have partnered to offer a free...
Brush up on sustainability with LinkedIn Learning
LinkedIn Learning is now available for free to all students, faculty,...
Fleck Hall: Now and Then
In the 1950s, St. Edward’s University was expanding quickly. To meet...
Food system change fellowship application open for Summer 2019
Bon Appétit, the St. Edward’s University campus dining service partner, is...
District 1 candidates debate sustainability and more ahead of runoff
On October 29th, students from Austin’s four universities, Huston-Tillotson, ACC, St....
Call for proposals: 2019 TRACS Summit
Huston-Tillotson University is hosting the 2019 Summit for the Texas Regional...
New Digital Trail Maps at the Wild Basin!
Less than 10 miles from the St. Edward’s University campus, you’ll...
Meet the new sustainability team member: Alex Hill
Alexandra, “Alex,” Hill is joining the President’s Office as the new...
Let’s help Karrie Newton ’18 with her research survey Green Spaces – by October 31st
Environmental Science and Policy major and peer health educator Karrie Newton...
Donate or Sell your Clutter – The Austin Reuse Directory
Have a bunch of items you’d like to get rid of...
Letter to Someone Living Fifty Years from Now by Matthew Olzmann
Writings about our environment have been around for thousands of years, however,...
SFS to host Bee Talk – a discussion on the importance of bees, Sept. 18 at 7pm
The Students for Sustainability (SFS) will be hosting their first event...
Wild Basin Photo Contest: Enter by July 31st
Wild Basin announces a 2018 photo contest! They’re looking for your...
Job Opportunities at Agua Dulce Farm
Agua Dulce Farm, a certified-Organic urban farm located in southeast Austin, is...
Discover the Barton Creek Watershed at El Ranchito’s Traveling Camp
El Ranchito’s traveling camp, the Gulf Coast Expedition (GCE) has added...
New Students for Sustainability Video – Making St. Edward’s University Green
Students for Sustainability recently filmed a video chronicling some of their efforts,...
Job Opportunity: Afterschool and Summer Program Coordinator/Weekend Natural Science Educator
Westcave Outdoor Discovery Center is hiring an Afterschool & Summer Program...
Apply by June 4th for Earth Charter International’s Leadership, Sustainability, and Ethics Program
Don’t miss the deadline to sign up for Earth Charter International’s...
Join the 2018 Shower Strike for Water Security
Join or support the St. Edward’s team for the 2018 Shower Strike!...
Campus Fix-It Fair, Clothing Swap, and Recycled Art Workshop: April 25
Got something broken? Don’t throw it out. Bring it to the...
Job Opportunities: Male Camp Counselors at El Ranchito Nature Camp
El Ranchito Nature Camp is looking to hire male leaders for their...
Eliminate Food Waste with an Easter Brunch Food Calculator
Help your budget and the planet this Easter with this helpful meal...
Registration Now Open for TRACS Summit 2018
The Texas Regional Alliance for Campus Sustainability (TRACS) Annual Summit is...
Join Texas Conservation Corps for Trail Work at Wild Basin
On Saturday, March 3rd from 9:30-12:30, Texas Conservation Corps needs your...
Join AASHE for Unlimited Sustainability Resources
St. Edward’s University has recently renewed its membership in the Association for...
Recycling and Composting on the Hilltop 101
Classes have begun and there’s a lot going on! To ensure...
Wild Basin Artist in Residence Reception: January 20
This Saturday, January 20th from 6:00 to 8:00 PM, join the...
Webinar: How to Get a Job in Sustainability- Nov. 30
Join Dr. Eban Goodstein, Director of Graduate Programs in Sustainability at Bard...
Job Opportunities: NeighborWoods Seasonal Field Assistants at TreeFolks
TreeFolks is hiring two seasonal Field Assistants as part of their...
Apply for a Fulbright Scholarship to Teach or Study Abroad
Apply for a Fulbright Scholarship and you could receive a grant...
Join the National Wildlife Federation’s Young Professionals Listserv
The National Wildlife Federation has created a listserv for young professionals...
St. Edward’s TOPP research team takes over El Paso, TX
The Tropospheric Ozone Pollution Project (TOPP) came to the Hilltop last...
Freshmen and Food Justice
This year’s freshman class explored the topic of food justice through...
Go Dark One Hour Per Week and Save Energy
Change starts with you and I. It is our responsibility to...
Join the Wellness Walking Program Today
Want to live a more balanced and active life? Faculty, staff,...
Feb 14- CEL Speaker Series: Drew Corson of AECOM–Environmental Policy and Ethics
The Center for Ethics and Leadership invites students, faculty, staff and...
Join Campus Recreation on One of Their Outdoor Adventures This Spring
The Outdoor Adventure program at St. Edward’s University introduces students and...
Wellness and Sustainability: An Important Partnership
Did you know that sustainability is connected to your wellness? It’s...
TRACS Summit 2017 Call for Presentations & Posters – Submissions Due Dec 10
The Texas Regional Alliance for Campus Sustainability (TRACS) Summit 2017 organizers...
Video: Career Advice from Sustainability Professionals at 2016 AASHE Conference
If you’re considering a career in sustainability, check out this video...
Suzzanne Gamboa MSEM ’16 Furthers Her Sustainability Career With a Multitude of Exciting Experiences
Suzzanne Gamboa MSEM ’16 has been working with governments at the...
University Athletics Ditches Paper Programs, Goes Digital
Jameson Adams, Associate Director of Athletic Operations, recently demonstrated how making...
Faculty Master Plan Forums: Oct 19 and 20 – Voice Your Desire for a Greener Campus
Faculty members are invited to participate in one of the upcoming...
Staff Master Plan Forum: Oct 18- Voice Your Desire for a Greener Campus
Staff members are invited to participate in the upcoming Master Plan...
Congratulations to Students for Sustainability for Winning Service Organization Prize at 2016 Involvement Fair
Congratulations to Students for Sustainability (SFS) for winning big at this...
New App Lets Bicyclists Help City Officials Crowd-Source Travel Data to Make Biking in Austin Better
If you’re one of Austin’s many bicyclists, you can now help...
A Message From New Head of Tap the Hilltop Campaign, Kasey Liehr
Hello St. Edward’s Community. My name is Kasey Liehr and I...
Coffee grounds foam can clean contaminated water
Today is the day you get to add one more thing...
Hilltop Views Report: Bon Appétit charging for to-go boxes in effort to be more sustainable
In its continued efforts to become more sustainable, Bon Appétit recently...
From Wild Basin Creative Research Center: Hook Scholar Research Spotlight
Wild Basin Creative Research Center just posted a Hook Scholar Spotlight...
Join the 2016 Austin to Angers Fitness Challenge
Sustainability isn’t just about the health and well-being of the planet;...
City of Austin Curbside Composting to Begin Expansion in 2017, Fully Implemented by 2020
The City of Austin has begun rolling out a city-wide curbside...
CEL Deliberative Dialogue: Issues Fora–Sustainability on Sept 29- Lunch Provided
The Center for Ethics and Leadership and the Social Justice LLC...
Kozmetsky Center Event Calendar Features Talks on Impact of Climate Change on National Security and Native American Tribes
The Kozmetsky Center of Excellence in Global Finance has released their...
Annual TRACS Summit: March 5-7, 2017 at Texas A&M Commerce
The annual Texas Regional Alliance for Campus Sustainability (TRACS) Summit has been scheduled...
Common Text for the Class of 2020 Tackles Food Justice
The incoming Class of 2020 will be reading Where Am I...
Laudato Si Week June 12-19: A Global Celebration of Pope Francis’s Encyclical’s 1st Anniversary
It’s been almost one year since Pope Francis shared his message,...
St. Edward’s Student Awarded USAID Donald M. Payne International Development Graduate Fellowship
Global Studies major Elena Gerrera ’16 is a recipient of the USAID...
Journalism Student Creates Video Feature on Local Farming Techniques
Tim Briones ’18, a Communications major here at St. Edward’s University,...
St. Edward’s Earth Day Activities Featured in National Catholic Reporter
St. Edward’s University’s Earth Week 2016 celebration was featured in an...
SGA puts smoking, green fund resolutions on election’s ballot
Originally written by Andrea Guzman for Hilltop Views The Student Government...
St. Edward’s at COP21: Chris, Thomas and Wilmarie – Obama, Al Gore, & More
This blog is part of a series written by St. Edward’s...
MSEM ’15 Alumni Publish Research
Congratulations to Gwendolyn Bailey and Thomas LaPoint, both MSEM ’15 graduates,...
Hilltop Views Report: Group Discusses Pope Francis’ Letter on Environmentalism
By Victoria Cavazos on Thursday, January 21, 2016 for Hilltop Views As...
Facilities Office Selects New Environmental Health and Safety Intern, Ellie Blair
The St. Edward’s University Facilities Department is thrilled to introduce to...
Shut Down Sustainably for the Holidays
We all play an important role in reducing our energy and...
New Video: MSEM Students at COP21 to Raise Awareness of Ocean Conservation
Graduate students Christine Lacayo and Pamela Millan in the MSEM program...
The Green Rule: Ecological Wisdom from Faith Traditions
Faith & the Common Good created the Green Rule poster, derived from the...
Campus Sustainability Day: Wednesday, Oct 28
Join Students for Sustainability, Tap the Hilltop, and the Office of...