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
Affordable Housing: Perspectives from Charlotte and the University
Date: Wednesday, October 22; 4 PM
Location: Popp Martin Student Union, Room 340 A-F
This panel will discuss what Charlotte is doing to address the affordable housing shortage, how the university is assisting in those efforts and ways for students, faculty and staff to get involved. The event is free and open to everyone on campus.
Zero Waste Crew Sorting
Date: Saturday, October 25; 9 AM – 1 PM
Location: Jerry Richardson Stadium between Gates 3 and 4
Volunteer to help keep Jerry Richardson Stadium a zero-waste facility! As a Zero Waste volunteer, you will work with university staff to sort trash items the day after the game into compost, recycling, and trash. Volunteers will be given a free Zero-Waste t-shirt, gloves, and refreshments and should plan to wear weather-appropriate clothes that can get dirty, closed-toed shoes, and bring a reusable water bottle.
Registration is required.
Gallery Reception: Global Studies 2025
Date: Wednesday, October 29, 1 PM – 3 PM
Location: Storrs, Lambla Gallery
A showcase of work by students who have completed a study abroad experience or other international opportunity that reflects their newfound perspective, exploration, interpretation, cultural learning, and investment. The work here demonstrates early steps in careers that will seek to solve the world’s toughest challenges and address global issues we may not even know yet exist.
Nature Therapy Walk
Date: Saturday, November 1, 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.
Gratitude In The Gardens
Date: Fridays, November 7, December 5, January 9, February 6, March 6; all 12 pm – 2pm
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.
Charlotte Harvest Exchange Market
Date: Wednesday, November 12th, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM.
Location: Belk Plaza
Join the Levine Scholars in partnership with The Bulb for the Charlotte Harvest Exchange Market, an opportunity to stock up on free fresh produce! All produce is free, but donations are encouraged.
Zero Waste Crew Sorting
Date: Sunday, Nov 16; 9 AM – 1 PM
Location: Jerry Richardson Stadium between Gates 3 and 4
Volunteer to help keep Jerry Richardson Stadium a zero-waste facility! As a Zero Waste volunteer, you will work with university staff to sort trash items the day after the game into compost, recycling, and trash. Volunteers will be given a free Zero-Waste t-shirt, gloves, and refreshments and should plan to wear weather-appropriate clothes that can get dirty, closed-toed shoes, and bring a reusable water bottle.
Registration is required.
Food, Water, and Climate Justice: COP 30 and Beyond
Date: Wednesday, November 19, 4 – 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.
Off Campus Events
The Great Costume Swap
Date: Thursday, October 23, 5 PM – 9 PM
Location: Innovation Barn, 932 Seigle Avenue Charlotte, NC 28205
The Innovation Barn is throwing a Halloween bash with a twist: a costume swap for all ages. Bring your gently used costumes (no stains, smells, or spooky surprises, please!) and trade them in for something “new-to-you.” Can’t make the event? They’ll still happily take your old costumes ahead of time.
Creek ReLeaf 2025
Date: Saturday, November 22nd, 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!