Volunteering and Events

Earth Week 2024

Join the SSC for Earth Week 2024! We will host a variety of events all week long. Check back for updates.

Tuesday, April 16

Produce Drop: Earth Week Edition | 2:45–5:00 p.m. | EMU Amphitheater
Check out SSC programs and enter a drawing for prizes!

Wednesday, April 17

Sustaina-fest! | Noon–4:00 p.m. | EMU Amphitheater
Music, crafts, sustainability events, resources, and more!

Saturday, April 22

Grove Garden Work Party: Earth Week Edition | Noon | 1801 Moss St.
Join us for a work party and other activities at the Grove Garden!

More Earth Week Events

Earth Day Celebration
Apr22
Earth Day Celebration Apr 22 Museum of Natural and Cultural History

Volunteering with the SSC

Get involved with the SSC! We offer many opportunities to get participate with all our student-led initiatives, from one-time volunteer events to term or year-long leadership development program. Volunteer opportunities can range from working at the Produce Drops with our Food Justice team, planting pollinator friendly habitat around campus, getting your hands dirty at the Grove Garden, engaging with the Eugene community through our Environmental Justice program, river clean ups with our Habitat Restoration team, facilitating activities that help reduce climate anxiety, handing out reusable goods, or teaching people about waste reduction. Check out our events calendar below for upcoming volunteer opportunities.

SSC Leadership and Engagement Program

Students who want to get involved with the SSC also have the option to become a part of the SSC’s Leadership and Engagement Program. Students who participate will be trained on sustainability and program-specific skills and knowledge, as well as receive leadership and project management/development training. Students who participate will have a scheduled time to work with one of the SSC programs each week (depending on availability) and will get to work with a team of other students who are interested in the same area of focus (food, garden, restoration, etc.). The LEP is accepting volunteers for this term and academic year! Fill out our volunteer interest form to be notified about our upcoming LEP orientations.

Upcoming Events

April 2024

Apr 2
Trillium Plus Produce Drop 2:45 p.m.

Come by the Student Sustainability Center's Trillium Plus Produce Drop! Students who qualify can get free fruits, vegetables, bread and more for free. Distribution starts at...
Trillium Plus Produce Drop
October 3–June 11
2:45–5:00 p.m.
Erb Memorial Union (EMU) Amphitheater

Come by the Student Sustainability Center's Trillium Plus Produce Drop! Students who qualify can get free fruits, vegetables, bread and more for free. Distribution starts at 2:45pm and will continue until food runs out, usually around 5pm. Bring a reuseable bag and your student ID!

The Duck Nest will also be tabling every week to help with Snap Enrollment and to support students who have other questions and concerns. 

Apr 9
Guest Speaker Aya Cockram with Fossil Free Eugene: Talk and Q&A 2:45 p.m.

The Student Sustainabilty Center presents Aya Cockram with Fossil Free Eugene in a free talk and Q&A! Come to learn more about Aya's work as an environmental justice...
Guest Speaker Aya Cockram with Fossil Free Eugene: Talk and Q&A
April 9
2:45–3:45 p.m.
Erb Memorial Union (EMU) Coquille Room

The Student Sustainabilty Center presents Aya Cockram with Fossil Free Eugene in a free talk and Q&A! Come to learn more about Aya's work as an environmental justice advocate. Drinks and snacks will be provided.

Apr 9
Trillium Plus Produce Drop 2:45 p.m.

Come by the Student Sustainability Center's Trillium Plus Produce Drop! Students who qualify can get free fruits, vegetables, bread and more for free. Distribution starts at...
Trillium Plus Produce Drop
October 3–June 11
2:45–5:00 p.m.
Erb Memorial Union (EMU) Amphitheater

Come by the Student Sustainability Center's Trillium Plus Produce Drop! Students who qualify can get free fruits, vegetables, bread and more for free. Distribution starts at 2:45pm and will continue until food runs out, usually around 5pm. Bring a reuseable bag and your student ID!

The Duck Nest will also be tabling every week to help with Snap Enrollment and to support students who have other questions and concerns. 

Apr 16
Food Security Fair noon

This food security open house is a partnership between the Student Sustablity Center, the Basic Needs Program, and the Oregon Department of Human Services. There will be ODHS...
Food Security Fair
April 16
noon
Erb Memorial Union (EMU) Crater Lake North

This food security open house is a partnership between the Student Sustablity Center, the Basic Needs Program, and the Oregon Department of Human Services. There will be ODHS representatives able to interview and sign up students on the spot for SNAP benefits. There will also be free food as well as a few different campus organizations extending food security resources for students. This includes but is not limited to: the Basic Needs Program, the Non-Traditional Student Union, the Sustainability Center/Grove Garden, and the Duck Nest. 

Apr 16
Trillium Plus Produce Drop 2:45 p.m.

Come by the Student Sustainability Center's Trillium Plus Produce Drop! Students who qualify can get free fruits, vegetables, bread and more for free. Distribution starts at...
Trillium Plus Produce Drop
October 3–June 11
2:45–5:00 p.m.
Erb Memorial Union (EMU) Amphitheater

Come by the Student Sustainability Center's Trillium Plus Produce Drop! Students who qualify can get free fruits, vegetables, bread and more for free. Distribution starts at 2:45pm and will continue until food runs out, usually around 5pm. Bring a reuseable bag and your student ID!

The Duck Nest will also be tabling every week to help with Snap Enrollment and to support students who have other questions and concerns. 

Apr 17
Environmental Connect 2024 4:00 p.m.

Network with a variety of public agencies, non-profit organizations, and businesses in a casual, fun “speed dating”-style event.  Over the course of the event,...
Environmental Connect 2024
April 17
4:00–6:00 p.m.
Erb Memorial Union (EMU) Crater Lake Rooms

Network with a variety of public agencies, non-profit organizations, and businesses in a casual, fun “speed dating”-style event.  Over the course of the event, you’ll have a chance to meet a new employer every 10 minutes!

 

Sponsored by the UO Environmental Studies Program as part of Spring Career Readiness Week career.uoregon.edu/events 

Apr 22
Earth Day Celebration 10:00 a.m.

On Earth Day, we celebrate Earth’s ecosystems, honor the achievements of the environmental movement and recognize the importance of ongoing stewardship. Join us for an...
Earth Day Celebration
April 22
10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Museum of Natural and Cultural History

On Earth Day, we celebrate Earth’s ecosystems, honor the achievements of the environmental movement and recognize the importance of ongoing stewardship. Join us for an afternoon of special Walk & Talks, plus celebratory cupcakes! Walk & Talks begin at noon, 1:00, and 2:00 p.m.

Stop by the museum store and pick up a signed copy of MNCH executive director, Dr. Todd Braje’s newly released book, Understanding Imperiled Earth.

Apr 23
Trillium Plus Produce Drop 2:45 p.m.

Come by the Student Sustainability Center's Trillium Plus Produce Drop! Students who qualify can get free fruits, vegetables, bread and more for free. Distribution starts at...
Trillium Plus Produce Drop
October 3–June 11
2:45–5:00 p.m.
Erb Memorial Union (EMU) Amphitheater

Come by the Student Sustainability Center's Trillium Plus Produce Drop! Students who qualify can get free fruits, vegetables, bread and more for free. Distribution starts at 2:45pm and will continue until food runs out, usually around 5pm. Bring a reuseable bag and your student ID!

The Duck Nest will also be tabling every week to help with Snap Enrollment and to support students who have other questions and concerns. 

Apr 30
Trillium Plus Produce Drop 2:45 p.m.

Come by the Student Sustainability Center's Trillium Plus Produce Drop! Students who qualify can get free fruits, vegetables, bread and more for free. Distribution starts at...
Trillium Plus Produce Drop
October 3–June 11
2:45–5:00 p.m.
Erb Memorial Union (EMU) Amphitheater

Come by the Student Sustainability Center's Trillium Plus Produce Drop! Students who qualify can get free fruits, vegetables, bread and more for free. Distribution starts at 2:45pm and will continue until food runs out, usually around 5pm. Bring a reuseable bag and your student ID!

The Duck Nest will also be tabling every week to help with Snap Enrollment and to support students who have other questions and concerns. 

May 2024

May 7
Trillium Plus Produce Drop 2:45 p.m.

Come by the Student Sustainability Center's Trillium Plus Produce Drop! Students who qualify can get free fruits, vegetables, bread and more for free. Distribution starts at...
Trillium Plus Produce Drop
October 3–June 11
2:45–5:00 p.m.
Erb Memorial Union (EMU) Amphitheater

Come by the Student Sustainability Center's Trillium Plus Produce Drop! Students who qualify can get free fruits, vegetables, bread and more for free. Distribution starts at 2:45pm and will continue until food runs out, usually around 5pm. Bring a reuseable bag and your student ID!

The Duck Nest will also be tabling every week to help with Snap Enrollment and to support students who have other questions and concerns. 

May 14
Trillium Plus Produce Drop 2:45 p.m.

Come by the Student Sustainability Center's Trillium Plus Produce Drop! Students who qualify can get free fruits, vegetables, bread and more for free. Distribution starts at...
Trillium Plus Produce Drop
October 3–June 11
2:45–5:00 p.m.
Erb Memorial Union (EMU) Amphitheater

Come by the Student Sustainability Center's Trillium Plus Produce Drop! Students who qualify can get free fruits, vegetables, bread and more for free. Distribution starts at 2:45pm and will continue until food runs out, usually around 5pm. Bring a reuseable bag and your student ID!

The Duck Nest will also be tabling every week to help with Snap Enrollment and to support students who have other questions and concerns. 

May 21
Trillium Plus Produce Drop 2:45 p.m.

Come by the Student Sustainability Center's Trillium Plus Produce Drop! Students who qualify can get free fruits, vegetables, bread and more for free. Distribution starts at...
Trillium Plus Produce Drop
October 3–June 11
2:45–5:00 p.m.
Erb Memorial Union (EMU) Amphitheater

Come by the Student Sustainability Center's Trillium Plus Produce Drop! Students who qualify can get free fruits, vegetables, bread and more for free. Distribution starts at 2:45pm and will continue until food runs out, usually around 5pm. Bring a reuseable bag and your student ID!

The Duck Nest will also be tabling every week to help with Snap Enrollment and to support students who have other questions and concerns. 

May 28
Trillium Plus Produce Drop 2:45 p.m.

Come by the Student Sustainability Center's Trillium Plus Produce Drop! Students who qualify can get free fruits, vegetables, bread and more for free. Distribution starts at...
Trillium Plus Produce Drop
October 3–June 11
2:45–5:00 p.m.
Erb Memorial Union (EMU) Amphitheater

Come by the Student Sustainability Center's Trillium Plus Produce Drop! Students who qualify can get free fruits, vegetables, bread and more for free. Distribution starts at 2:45pm and will continue until food runs out, usually around 5pm. Bring a reuseable bag and your student ID!

The Duck Nest will also be tabling every week to help with Snap Enrollment and to support students who have other questions and concerns. 

June 2024

Jun 4
Trillium Plus Produce Drop 2:45 p.m.

Come by the Student Sustainability Center's Trillium Plus Produce Drop! Students who qualify can get free fruits, vegetables, bread and more for free. Distribution starts at...
Trillium Plus Produce Drop
October 3–June 11
2:45–5:00 p.m.
Erb Memorial Union (EMU) Amphitheater

Come by the Student Sustainability Center's Trillium Plus Produce Drop! Students who qualify can get free fruits, vegetables, bread and more for free. Distribution starts at 2:45pm and will continue until food runs out, usually around 5pm. Bring a reuseable bag and your student ID!

The Duck Nest will also be tabling every week to help with Snap Enrollment and to support students who have other questions and concerns. 

Jun 11
Trillium Plus Produce Drop 2:45 p.m.

Come by the Student Sustainability Center's Trillium Plus Produce Drop! Students who qualify can get free fruits, vegetables, bread and more for free. Distribution starts at...
Trillium Plus Produce Drop
October 3–June 11
2:45–5:00 p.m.
Erb Memorial Union (EMU) Amphitheater

Come by the Student Sustainability Center's Trillium Plus Produce Drop! Students who qualify can get free fruits, vegetables, bread and more for free. Distribution starts at 2:45pm and will continue until food runs out, usually around 5pm. Bring a reuseable bag and your student ID!

The Duck Nest will also be tabling every week to help with Snap Enrollment and to support students who have other questions and concerns.