2020: The Year in Review
There is no simple way to sum up 2020 – but the top stories and most memorable photos from the last year paint a picture of resilience, perseverance and hope at UCCS. (More)
Office of Sustainability
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Four ways to engage with the 2030 Sustainability Strategic Plan
As the UCCS Sustainability Strategic Plan 2020 sunsets this year, the Sustainability Committee seeks feedback on the draft 2030 Sustainability Strategic Plan. (More)
UCCS ranks high in nationwide sustainability accolades
For the third consecutive year, UCCS is one of the nation’s most sustainable higher education institutions. For the first time, it’s ranked the second most sustainable higher education institution in Colorado. (More)
Creek Week volunteers clear debris from UCCS’ adopted waterway
Volunteers cleared UCCS’ adopted waterway of more than 25 bags of trash, helping to prevent urban flooding and contributing to the state’s largest watershed cleanup initiative. (More)
Take steps, earn prizes during Walktober
Walking, hiking and exploring nature can now earn students points – and prizes – through the Walking for PIPs Challenge this October. (More)
Positive Impact Points (PIPs) program returns for fall semester
The PIPs program encourages students to earn points for activities that support their wellbeing – earning rewards, including matching scholarships, along the way. (More)
UCCS Sustainability House receives Colorado Garden Foundation Grant
Rugged and otherwise uneven terrain covered the front yard of UCCS Sustainability House, but that area is being transformed thanks to a gift from the Colorado Garden Foundation. (More)
Clyde’s Kudos: June 2020
Weekly hikes, random acts of kindness and thanks for a great boss: Communique celebrates 44 teams and individuals who received Clyde’s Kudos in June 2020. (More)
“No matter the job,” Gallagher is ready for it
For Jade Gallagher, being a great UCCS student employee simply comes down to doing more. (More)
50 years from first Earth Day celebration, UCCS continues commitment to environment
In 1970, the fledgling UCCS campus celebrated the nation’s first Earth Day with an “environmental teach-in” to educate Colorado Springs about local issues. 50 years later, UCCS continues its sustainable legacy. (More)