The Green Office program gives offices of any size the knowledge and resources to become more sustainable, both economically and environmentally. By becoming certified through the program, an office signifies that they have made a …
Campus Life
University Housing takes sustainable move-out to a national stage
by Jill Sakai UW–Madison efforts to reduce housing move-out waste – and give students a real-world opportunity to learn about sustainability – are headed to a national stage this week.
ALL IN on campus democracy challenge
UW–Madison has committed to improving democratic engagement, increasing student voter participation rates and graduating students with a lifelong commitment to being informed and active citizens.
Leaving a legacy of sustainability in UW–Madison Housing
by Jill Sakai As Laura Shere nears her last day working at UW–Madison, one of her final contributions has been to ensure that University Housing’s commitment to sustainability is itself sustainable.
9 ways to make sustainability part of your college experience
When you say Wisconsin… do you think sustainability? Maybe not. But sustainability touches every part of campus life.
Buy used rather than new
When you buy used rather than new, you reduce your environmental impact in two big ways: keeping usable items out of the landfill AND reducing the demand for creation of new products. It also saves …
A secret garden in Bascom
by Jill Sakai An unassuming door off a stairway in Bascom Hall leads to a small courtyard, often overlooked even by the building’s occupants. Thanks to a student effort, there is a new reason for …
Meet the Interns!
June 28, 2016 | by Madeline Fischer A new summer means a new team of Office of Sustainability interns. From sophomores to seniors, this group of talented undergraduates brings a diverse range of experiences and …
Final words of advice for finals week
May 10, 2016 | by Sarah Olson As the stress of finals week sets in, it’s easy to forget basic rules for success: eat healthy meals, sleep regularly, take breaks. But these healthy habits will …
Volunteer during residence hall move-out
April 26, 2016 | by University Housing staff As more than 7,400 students prepare to move out of the university residence halls, the UW–Madison Division of University Housing is asking for volunteers to help residents …