What: Tree Planting at Bordwell Park

Help us celebrate Earth Month by serving our local community! The Office of Student Life at UCR is partnering with TreePeople to plant 35 shade trees at Bordwell Park! These trees will help provide much-needed shade, clean air, and recreational spaces for the surrounding community. Volunteers will help dig holes for the trees, install stakes and ties, and provide mulch and water for them. The trees will be maintained by TreePeople and the City of Riverside moving forward to ensure they are well taken care of! We'll start with a hands-on demonstration to show you how to plant a tree step by step, go over tool safety, and then split off into groups with plenty of staff support. Please be sure to bring plenty of water, closed-toe shoes, and clothes you don't mind getting dirty. Snacks and extra water will be provided!! This is an awesome opportunity to have a direct impact on our local community. Bordwell Park is down the street from UCR making this the perfect opportunity to get involved! This project can accommodate up to 35 UCR volunteers so sign up today before spaces are filled! Click on the registration link for more information.

When: Saturday April 9, 2022 8:30am - 12:00pm

Where: Bordwell Park: 2008 Martin Luther King Blvd, Riverside, CA 92507. Parking available at Bordwell Parking Lot.

Registration: Click Here

What: Careers In Climate Action & Sustainability Panel

The UCR Office of Sustainability and the Career Center are partnering to provide a hybrid experience for students to learn more about the various careers in sustainability, particularly those focused on Environmental Justice. Come join us in-person or online to engage with organizations, such as the Environmental Protection Agency, the United States Green Building Council - Greater Los Angeles area, the Natural Resources Defense Council, UC Riverside and other organizations making change in this field.

When: Tuesday April 12, 2022 10:30am - 12:00pm

Where: Career Center Meeting Room A&B and Online

Registration: Click Here

What: Day in the Life of an Environmental Sciences Graduate Student

The Office of Sustainability and the Environmental Sciences Department Graduate Student Association are collaborating in providing an experience for undergraduate students to learn more about the graduate program and graduate student research. Come join us in-person for an excellent opportunity to interact with graduate students through lab tours, learn more about ongoing research projects, and connect with students and faculty during a networking lunch. Save the date and attend for potential opportunities to get involved in the research and win some SWAG!

When: Wednesday April 13, 2022 11:00am - 2:00pm

Where: Meet at Geology Courtyard

Registration: Click Here

What: Earth Month Vegan Food Fair

Welcome to the Earth Month Vegan Food Fair at Pentland Foxhole. This fair will include a vegan food section where attendees will sample vegan food! There will also be a fun educational component with resources and information related to climate change, sustainable food and eating for the environment. Participants will have the opportunity to interact, ask questions and hold conversations about available food samples and vegan food on campus. In the background, we will have a documentary screening on vegan food for educational and informational purposes. Attendees can then win SWAG and get connected to sustainable resources on campus.

When: Wednesday April 13, 2022 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Where: Pentland Foxhole

Registration: Click Here

What: Community Engagement Fair

The UCR Office of Alumni Engagement is excited to be hosting a Community Engagement Fair on campus to provide students, staff and faculty the opportunity to engage with local nonprofit organizations and learn about available volunteer opportunities. Mark your calendars to attend!

When: Tuesday April 19, 2022 10:00am - 2:00pm

Where: Bell Tower Lawn

Website: Highlander Week of Service

Contact: alumnievents@ucr.edu

What: Civic Engagement & Activism

ELEVATE YOUR VOICE!!! 

Do you ever wonder how laws are made in your city or county? Who is your local representative? How can you  present a complaint, concern or compliment to your local government? Maybe you’re interested in running for office one day! Local governments provide services, enter into agreements, regulate people and their property and design the community you live in. For this reason EVERY voice is important! This is the first of three sessions to help you navigate the complexities of civic engagement. Learn how you can use your knowledge and expertise to make positive changes that impact the lives and businesses around you.

When: Tuesday April 19, 2022 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Where: Online/Zoom

Registration: Click Here

What: AIChE At UCR Sustainable Living

A hybrid presentation (SSC meeting room and Zoom link) will be given on the importance of sustainable living. Some topics include how to have greener homes, how to minimize food waste, and alternative modes of sustainable transportation. Free food will be provided on a first come first served basis.

When: Wednesday April 20, 2022 from 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Where: SSC MPR 3

Contact: Megan Woodall at mwoo048@ucr.edu

What: Earth Month Sustainability Showcase

The Office of Sustainability will be hosting the Earth Month Sustainability Showcase. The goal of the showcase is to demonstrate UC Riverside’s Sustainability and Climate Action efforts in line with the Earth Month theme, INVEST IN OUR PLANET. UC Riverside departments, student organizations, individuals and other organizations are welcome to showcase their sustainability projects/programs. Save the date and attend to learn more and win some SWAG!

When: Wednesday April 20, 2022 from 10:00am - 1:00pm

Where: Bell Tower

Registration: Click Here

Contact: francis.mitalo@ucr.edu

What: Faculty Sustainability Retreat

Welcome to the annual Faculty Sustainability Retreat. The tentative agenda for the retreat include: How to best organize Sustainability at UC Riverside, Opportunities to Advance Sustainability, Innovation, and Social Inclusion (OASIS), Earth Month Celebrations & Academic Centers​ and the Sustainability Curriculum. Staff and students with interest in Sustainability are also welcome to attend.

When: Friday April 22, 2022 9:00am - 12:00pm

Where: UCR Botanic Gardens

Registration: Click Here

Contacts: francis.mitalo@ucr.edu, fortino.morales@ucr.edu and matthew.barth@ucr.edu

What: GCAP Earth Day Festival

Welcome to the Earth Day Festival hosted by the Green Campus Action Plan. This festival will include vegan food vendors, guest speakers, live music, art show, giveaways and more. Save the date and attend!

When: Friday April 22, 2022 from 5:00pm - 9:00pm

Where: Pierce Lawn

Contact: Alondra Martinez at amart490@ucr.edu

What: University Ave Beautification

UCR is partnering with the City of Riverside to beautify University Ave. between Iowa and the 215 freeway. We will be planting 500 shrubs on University Ave. to help make the pathway toward the UCR campus more beautiful and inviting. Join us for this amazing opportunity to have a direct impact on our local community! Age Restrictions: University Ave. is a high traffic area and the City of Riverside will be placing cones for safety. This may not be a good option for young children.

When: Saturday April 23, 2022 8:30am - 11:30am

Where: Volunteers will meet at the Extension Center parking lot across the street from the University Village. Volunteers can park at Lot 50.

Registration: Click Here