Events
Events with a sustainability focus occur year-round. If you have an event idea or wish to collaborate, please email sustainability@charlotte.edu. The most concentrated and coordinated periods are celebrations of Campus Sustainability Month (October) and Earth Month (April).
All upcoming events hosted by the Office of Sustainability are also listed on our Niner Engage page.
upcoming
GIS Day 2025
Date: Wednesday, November 19, 10:00 AM – 2:15 PM
Location: McEniry Hall
The Center for Applied GIScience (CAGIS) invites students, faculty, companies, and organizations to celebrate GIS Day 2025, a global event recognizing the transformative power of Geographic Information Systems (GIS). The theme of this year highlights the power of Geospatial Artificial Intelligence (Geospatial AI) is shaping a more connected, sustainable, and resilient future. Free pizza will be provided for attendees who registered and vote for competitions!
Food, Water, and Climate Justice: COP 30 and Beyond
Date: Wednesday, November 19, 4:00 – 5:30 PM
Location: Fretwell 113
Join Caitlin Schroering and Chris Lesser, two assistant professors from the Department of Global Studies, to discuss several environmental justice concepts alongside the upcoming COP 30.
Falls and Forests Hike
Date: Saturday, November 22, 7 AM – 6 PM
Location: Pisgah National Forest
Join Venture Outdoor Leadership for a hike in the North Carolina mountains! Designed for both beginners and experienced hikers, our adventure trip leaders will guide and teach as you hike among the poplars, maples and pines. The exact location will be determined by the weather as the trip date nears.
Registration is due by Wednesday, Nov 19 at 12 PM.
Gratitude In The Gardens
Date: Fridays, December 5, January 9, February 6, March 6; all 12 PM – 2 PM
Location: Van Landingham Glen
Join a silent, meditative walk through the Van Landingham Glen. Led by Jennifer, these forest strolls will include meditative prompts around the practice of gratitude. Sessions may include meditative art materials as well.
This event is free to UNC Charlotte students, staff, and faculty with a valid UNC Charlotte ID.
Nature Therapy Walk
Date: Saturday, December 6, January 10, February 7, March 7; all 9 AM – 12 PM
Location: Van Landingham Glen
Join Jennifer for a relaxing 2.5 to 3 hour stroll through the forest at Van Landingham Glen. Through a series of invitations, you will have an opportunity to focus on being present in the moment, deepening your connection with nature and community, and enjoying the many gifts nature has to offer.
This event is free to UNC Charlotte students, staff, and faculty with a valid UNC Charlotte ID.
Family Feud
Date: Tuesday, January 13, 4 PM – 5 PM
Location: Student Union, Room 200
Join the Office of Sustainability for a sustainability-themed family feud as part of Gold Rush Spring 2026! Participants will be split into teams (or “families”) to guess the most popular answers to sustainability-themed questions. Prizes will include hiking bags and other camping gear. You will be assigned a team when you arrive at the event.
Off Campus Events
Creek ReLeaf 2025
Date: Saturday, November 22, 9 AM – 12 PM
Location: Mallard Creek Greenway (at the end of the Toby Creek Greenway and campus border). Click here to view the Google Maps location.
Join fellow students, organizations, and nearby neighbors as we plant trees alongside Mallard Creek to reduce erosion, filter pollutants, and provide habitat for wildlife! This event is co-hosted by Charlotte-Mecklenburg Storm Water Services, Charlotte Public Tree Fund, North Carolina Wildlife Federation, and Mecklenburg County Soil and Water Conservation District.
All tools, gloves, and training will be provided, and light refreshments will be supplied. Whether you are looking for service hours or a way to give back to the community, this is a great way to do it. No experience is necessary!
Rail Trail Cleanup
Date: Saturday, November 22, 10 AM – 1 PM
Location: New Bern Light Rail Station, 129 New Bern Street
Join volunteers as they stroll the Rail Trail cleaning litter. Following the Clean Up, volunteers can gather for a Volunteer Appreciation Event. This is a family AND pet friendly event and will take place rain or shine.