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The Office of Sustainability welcomed six interns to the team for the 2025-2026 year. |
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Welcome Back, Terps!
The Office of Sustainability is excited to reconnect with the campus community and resume our monthly SustainableUMD newsletters. Over the summer, our team was busy developing the new Green Terp Bucket List Challenge (coming soon!), updating data on the SustainableUMD ProgressHub, meeting incoming students at New Student Orientations, and preparing for the 2025-2026 Sustainability Fund grant cycle. We can’t wait to see you around campus at the many new events we have planned!
To stay up to date with upcoming events, hear about additional ways to get involved, and learn tips for living sustainably on campus, follow us on Instagram (@sustainableUMD and @greenterp) and explore our website. |
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| Serve on the Sustainability Fund Review Committee— The Sustainability Fund Review Committee (SFRC) is a team of undergraduate students who assess incoming Sustainability Fund proposals. The application to serve on the 2025-2026 SFRC is now open. Students interested in joining the SFRC must review the criteria and apply by September 15th. |
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| Food Recovery Network Volunteering (FRN)— Want to give back to your community and earn volunteering hours? Join the FRN! Volunteers recover surplus food from campus dining halls, athletic venues, and catering kitchens and donate it to local community partners. Join the GroupMe to find information about recovery schedules and sign ups. |
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| Become Green Workspace Certified— The Office of Sustainability is seeking offices, departments, and other staff teams to participate in the Fall 2025 Green Workspace cohort. Join the many workspaces across campus committed to mindful consumption, thoughtful purchasing, commuting smart, and conserving energy. The interest form is due September 10th. |
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| E-Micromobility Reminders— Students living in on-campus properties, such as residence halls and South Campus Commons, are not permitted to bring personal e-micromobility devices to campus. If you are using a privately-owned e-scooter or e-bike on campus, you are required to complete the micromobility training before registering your vehicle with DOTS. |
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| Sustainability Lesson for First-Year Students— The Office of Sustainability offers a 30-minute presentation led by student Sustainability Advisors. This presentation introduces first-year students to the concept of sustainability, local challenges related to climate change, and opportunities for UMD students to take action. First-year instructors can request a presentation here. |
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Wednesdays, September 3rd- November 19th 11:00am-3:00pm |
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The Farmers Market is Back! Every Wednesday from 11 am- 3 pm, stop by the UMD Farmers Market at Tawes Plaza to purchase local produce, student-made crafts, and connect with campus departments. |
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Wednesday, September 10th- Saturday, September 13th |
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11th Annual Environmental Justice and Health Disparities Symposium The 11th Annual Environmental Justice and Health Disparities Symposium is a landmark event that brings together community leaders, experts, and activists dedicated to advancing environmental justice and addressing health disparities. Now operating as a grassroots nonprofit, CEEJH INC is proud to present this transformative symposium – an immersive, hybrid experience designed to spark dialogue, share innovative solutions, and INpower communities in the face of environmental challenges. Be sure to register in advance. |
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Friday, September 19th 9:15am-2:00pm |
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Sustainability in Business Conference Join the Fall 2025 Sustainability in Business Conference: Driving Change Through Bold Leadership to explore how visionary leaders are reimagining the role of business in addressing today’s most pressing social and environmental challenges. This half-day event invites industry impact leaders, students, faculty, and mission-driven organizations to engage in conversations on the state of sustainability and how we can move from ambition to action. Register here. |
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Friday, September 19th- Friday, November 7th |
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Sustainability Fund Information Sessions From the plant walls in Stamp and McKeldin to the Terp to Terp Campus ReUse Store, the University Sustainability Fund has helped many students, staff, and faculty bring their projects to campus. Join the Office of Sustainability at one of our upcoming information sessions to learn about the Sustainability Fund and Sustainability Mini-Grant opportunities, the application process and eligibility for each, and relevant deadlines. Register for a session(s) here. |
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Wednesday, October 1st 5:00pm-6:30pm |
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Careers in GIS Join to hear perspectives and insights from UMD alumni in a variety of industries utilizing geographic information systems (GIS) in their work. There will be a moderated panel followed by an open Q&A session. Check out the event on Handshake for information on panelists and don’t forget to register! |
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 Resource: The University of Maryland tracks its progress towards key sustainability goals through the SustainableUMD ProgressHub. In the ProgressHub, you can find articles spotlighting key programs and people, interactive dashboards of UMD sustainability data, and resources on topics like carbon offsets and climate research.
 Tip: September is National Preparedness Month. With growing instances of extreme weather and flash flooding, stay safe by reviewing these tips for handling flooding events.
 UMD Spotlight: Since July 2025, the Terp to Terp Campus ReUse Store has diverted over 54,000 pounds of waste from the landfill. The store collects and distributes small appliances, kitchen items, room accessories, clothing, and school supplies donated throughout the year. All items are FREE for UMD students.
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Students “shop” for free items at the Terp to Terp Campus ReUse Store in Harford Hall. Photo Credit: Terp to Terp |
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SustainableUMD represents the University of Maryland’s commitment to advance sustainability through teaching, research, service, and operations. The UMD Office of Sustainability celebrates these efforts through the SustainableUMD newsletter, website, social media, and more. |
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Have a question or want to submit content for the SustainableUMD Newsletter? Contact tbrinks@umd.edu with the subject line: “Newsletter Content” |
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