University of Findlay celebrated Earth Week from April 21 through April 23, showcasing the many ways students, faculty, and staff come together to promote environmental stewardship and sustainability across campus. While several campus groups have long championed Earth-focused initiatives, this year’s celebration highlighted a shared, university-wide commitment to caring for the environment.
Earth Week activities began Tuesday, April 21, with “Plant a Wish, Grow the Future,” hosted by the Environment, Health, Safety and Sustainability program’s student chapters of the American Society of Safety Professionals and the Environmental Health Association. Campus community members were invited to write their hopes for the future on their pots, add seeds, and plant them; symbolizing growth, renewal, and long-term sustainability.
On Wednesday, April 22, those same groups partnered with College of Education, Biology, and Athletics for the “Clean the Stream,” a hands-on service project aimed at removing debris to improve the health of local waterways on campus. This marks the second year of the Clean the Stream initiative with the goal.
Also on April 22, Biology faculty members Ben Dolan and Lauren Sandu led a tree planting service project supporting the University’s ongoing sustainability and conservation efforts. Near the former fire pit location on the north side of Howard Run, participants planted 100 native seedlings donated by a local Subaru dealership. This project built on recent cleanup efforts by Hancock County to stabilize creek banks, reintroduce native plants, and establish a pollinator corridor. The tree planting and stream cleanup allowed volunteers to participate in one or both activities located in the immediate area.
Earth Week culminated on Thursday, April 23, with the Earth Day Extravaganza, celebrating the University of Findlay’s third year as a recognized Bee Campus and also 10-year recognition as a Tree Campus Higher Education institution.
A ceremonial planting of two bald cypress trees at College Park as well as live music, recreation activities, and free snacks were provided by the Student Activities Board. A pollinator garden clean-up, a plant sale, and local honey, along with pickleball and corn hole tournaments ensued. S’mores at the fire pit, tie-dye t-shirt making, and a stuffed animal truck were all available free and open to students, faculty, staff and the public. All activities were designed to reflect the University of Findlay’s shared commitment to environmental responsibility, collaboration, and community engagement.
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