| The Danforth Campus may be quiet throughout the summer, but the center is keeping things exciting with engaging programming over the next few months. Register to attend and keep an eye out for announcements of additional events. |
Tuesday, June 30
Saint Louis Zoo Field Trip: Water, Nutrition, and Conservation Medicine
9:30 – 11:30 a.m. | Saint Louis Zoo
Join the Center for the Environment team for a visit to the Saint Louis Zoo to learn more about the Institute for Conservation Medicine, the Orthwein Animal Nutrition Center, and the water quality lab and water filtration and recovery system. The tour will be led by Sharon Deem (Director, Institute for Conservation Medicine), Scott Runnels (Director, Nutrition Services), and Andrew Bywater (Water Quality Technician).
July, TBD
Energizer Park: Sustainability Tour
TBD | Energizer Park
Join the Center for the Environment for a visit to Energizer Park to learn more about the sustainability team and their efforts and operations.
The exact date of this tour is still being finalized, but will take place in July 2026. Please complete the form linked below if you are interested in attending and would like a follow-up email once a date is selected.
Saturday, July 25
Ujima Farms Garden Workday
10 a.m. – 12 p.m. | Ujima Farms
Join the Center for the Environment Summer Undergraduate Research Program and SPHERE Summer Research Experience students in a volunteer workday at Ujima Farms.
Registration coming soon!
Wednesday, July 29
Summer Social: Ice cream by Serendipity
2:30 – 4 p.m. | Green Hall Collaboration Space
Join the Center for the Environment team, scholars, university partners, and friends for a relaxing afternoon of snacks and refreshments.
Connect with colleagues and make new connections as we say “thank you” and celebrate the people who help advance the WashU’s environmental work.
