Campus Sustainability Month
This October is Campus Sustainability Month, an international celebration of sustainability in higher education!
To celebrate, we work with campus and community partners to promote sustainability amongst the entire Appalachian State community. This month, Appalachian University Sustainability will be hosting a variety of events including Free Store Road Shows, Zero Waste Game Days and Sorts, Sustainability Film Series Showings and the 7th annual Community FEaST!
2023 Events
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Tuesday, Oct. 3
Free Store Road Show
11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Sanford Mall, Boone CampusThe Office of Sustainability’s Free Store hits the road! Come learn about the office’s Food Pantry and Free Store. Help divert landfill waste by getting free clothes and learn about how you can donate your old clothes to help the environment and your community.
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Wednesday, Oct. 4
Community FEaST and NC Hunger Challenge Food Drive
4:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Sanford Mall, Boone Campus2023 Community FEaST (Food Engagement and Story Telling)
Join us around the table on Sanford Mall on Wednesday, Oct. 4, from 4:30-6:30 p.m. to enjoy free food and conversations about the importance of a resilient, equitable food system.
To minimize waste, please bring your own plate, utensils and water bottle.
Visit the Office of Sustainability’s table at FEaST for a free, reusable utensil and bandana bundle. Quantities are limited, so show up early!
Additionally, App State is participating in the North Carolina Campus Engagement Hunger Challenge with the opportunity to win funding support for our food security efforts on campus. Attendees can help by bringing nonperishable goods to this year's FEaST to benefit the Office of Sustainability's Mountaineer Food Hub & Free Store and Campus Food Pantry Network.
For more information, visit rieee.appstate.edu/news/community-feast.
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Thursday, Oct. 5
Garden Work Day
3:30 - 5:30 p.m.
Roots Garden, Howard Street, Boone CampusJoin the Office of Sustainability’s Garden Ambassadors and other members of the App State Community for a day of gardening and learning! Volunteers will assist garden staff with weeding, watering and harvesting. Volunteer registration is not required.
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Friday, Oct. 6
Employee Health and Benefits Fair
9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Varsity Gym, Boone CampusJoin us at the Employee Health and Benefits Fair, where we will spread awareness on our Mountaineer Food Hub, Free Store and Campus Food Pantry Network. This will also be a part of our NC Hunger Challenge.
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Friday, Oct. 6
App State and Town of Boone Climate Action Forum
1 - 3 p.m.
Linville Falls Room, Plemmons Student Union, Boone CampusPlease join the App State Office of Sustainability and Town of Boone Sustainability for a session on climate action planning for this region, as the entities work together to develop AppCAP 2.0 and the Community Climate Action Plan. Campus and community members will have an opportunity to give input and provide comments on these developments.
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Tuesday, Oct. 10
Zero Waste Game Day
App State vs. Coastal Carolina
Kidd Brewer Stadium, Boone CampusIn partnership with Athletics and Facilities Operations, the Office of Sustainability at App State is working to transform Kidd Brewer Stadium into a Zero Waste Facility through thoughtful purchasing decisions, reducing consumption and increasing recycling and composting. Zero Waste efforts on game days serve as an opportunity to educate and lead by example, creating a sustainability experience in which fans leave their impact on the waste stream at App State. These collective efforts of office staff, student volunteers and campus partnerships result in leadership and educational opportunities that extend beyond The Rock.
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Wednesday, Oct. 11
Zero Waste Sorting Event
9 a.m.
Kidd Brewer Stadium, Boone CampusIn addition to Zero Waste measures taken during tailgate and game day efforts, App State has implemented a post-game waste sorting opportunity the day after each home football game to further increase diversion numbers and engage volunteers in hands-on service opportunities, contributing toward a more sustainable event.
Interested in volunteering? Please fill out this form.
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Wednesday, Oct. 11
Garden Work Day
3:30 - 5:30 p.m.
Sustainable Development Garden at the Living Learning Center, Boone CampusJoin the Office of Sustainability’s Garden Ambassadors and other members of the App State Community for a day of gardening and learning! Volunteers will assist garden staff with weeding, watering and harvesting. Volunteer registration is not required.
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Wednesday, Oct. 12
Garden Work Day
3:30 - 5:30 p.m.
Roots Garden, Howard Street, Boone CampusJoin the Office of Sustainability’s Garden Ambassadors and other members of the App State Community for a day of gardening and learning! Volunteers will assist garden staff with weeding, watering and harvesting. Volunteer registration is not required.
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Wednesday, Oct. 18
Garden Work Day
3:30 - 5:30 p.m.
Sustainable Development Garden at the Living Learning Center, Boone CampusJoin the Office of Sustainability’s Garden Ambassadors and other members of the App State Community for a day of gardening and learning! Volunteers will assist garden staff with weeding, watering and harvesting. Volunteer registration is not required.
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Wednesday, Oct. 19
Garden Work Day
3:30 - 5:30 p.m.
Roots Garden, Howard Street, Boone CampusJoin the Office of Sustainability’s Garden Ambassadors and other members of the App State Community for a day of gardening and learning! Volunteers will assist garden staff with weeding, watering and harvesting. Volunteer registration is not required.
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Tuesday, Oct. 24
Fall Sustainability Film Series - ‘In Echo All About’
5:30 - 9 p.m.
I.G. Greer Theater, Boone CampusFeature Film with Guest Filmmaker and Discussion to Follow
Film description: Years after a malicious fungus causing a deadly syndrome killed millions of bats across North America, a few determined individuals fight for the survival of those populations on the brink of extinction. Directed by Nicholas Mullins.
Prior to the feature film, we will host a Halloween-themed carnival, including: Bat costume contest, popcorn and Halloween snacks, pumpkin carving and East Hall ghost story telling!
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Wednesday, Oct. 25
Waste Wise Wednesday
11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Roess Dining Hall, Boone CampusThe Office of Sustainability invites you to play our waste sorting game in Roess Dining Hall. As you play, you'll learn if items can be recycled, added to the compost bin or simply put in the trash. Winners of the game will receive a raffle ticket, which will put you in the running for a swag bag with Office of Sustainability merchandise. We will also have free stickers, buttons and reusable items. Come learn how to sort your waste!
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Wednesday, Oct. 25
Garden Work Day
3:30 - 5:30 p.m.
Sustainable Development Garden at the Living Learning Center, Boone CampusJoin the Office of Sustainability’s Garden Ambassadors and other members of the App State Community for a day of gardening and learning! Volunteers will assist garden staff with weeding, watering and harvesting. Volunteer registration is not required.
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Wednesday, Oct. 26
Garden Work Day
3:30 - 5:30 p.m.
Roots Garden, Howard Street, Boone CampusJoin the Office of Sustainability’s Garden Ambassadors and other members of the App State Community for a day of gardening and learning! Volunteers will assist garden staff with weeding, watering and harvesting. Volunteer registration is not required.
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Saturday, Oct. 28
Zero Waste Game Day
App State vs. Southern Miss
Kidd Brewer Stadium, Boone CampusIn partnership with Athletics and Facilities Operations, the Office of Sustainability at App State is working to transform Kidd Brewer Stadium into a Zero Waste Facility through thoughtful purchasing decisions, reducing consumption and increasing recycling and composting. Zero Waste efforts on game days serve as an opportunity to educate and lead by example, creating a sustainability experience in which fans leave their impact on the waste stream at App State. These collective efforts of office staff, student volunteers and campus partnerships result in leadership and educational opportunities that extend beyond The Rock.
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Sunday, Oct. 29
Zero Waste Sorting Event
9 a.m.
Kidd Brewer Stadium, Boone CampusIn addition to Zero Waste measures taken during tailgate and game day efforts, App State has implemented a post-game waste sorting opportunity the day after each home football game to further increase diversion numbers and engage volunteers in hands-on service opportunities, contributing toward a more sustainable event.
Interested in volunteering? Please fill out this form.
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Tuesday, Oct. 31
Free Store Road Show
11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Sanford Mall, Boone CampusThe Office of Sustainability’s Free Store hits the road! Come learn about the office’s Food Pantry and Free Store. Help divert landfill waste by getting free clothes and learn about how you can donate your old clothes to help the environment and your community.
