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Sustainability in Action

Caring for God's creation as a matter of faith

麻豆区 strives to foster sustainable flourishing for all people and the whole creation.听

As a Christian liberal arts university, we view our environmental sustainability work as a joyful response to God鈥檚 love for the world and God鈥檚 invitation to participate in the renewal of all things. We integrate sustainability principles and practices throughout our academic programs, student experience, campus operations, and community partnerships. We seek to model best practices and careful thinking, equipping students to help build, by God鈥檚 grace, a more just, equitable, sustainable, and ecologically healthy world for current and future generations.

Learn about our university commitments and history of sustainability at Calvin

Immerse Yourself in Community, On and Off Campus

Ecosystem Preserve and Native Gardens
Ecosystem Preserve and Native Gardens

104 acres of campus are set aside to provide habitat for native plants and animals, education, and recreation for our community.

104 acres of campus are set aside to provide habit...

Explore the preserve
Speelman Arboretum
Speelman Arboretum

Home to thousands of trees, Calvin's campus is a certified 鈥淭ree Campus鈥 by the US Arbor Day Foundation.

Home to thousands of trees, Calvin's campus is a c...

Learn more about the arboretum
Campus Nature Rx Network
Campus Nature Rx Network

Part of the Campus Nature Rx Network, we help you access the wellness benefits of time in nature through a weekly Wellness in the Woods program exclusively for Calvin students.

Part of the Campus Nature Rx Network, we help you ...

Read about Nature Rx
Outdoor Recreation
Outdoor Recreation

Make the wilderness your classroom: go on expeditions, rent gear, learn bike maintenance, and more.

Make the wilderness your classroom: go on expediti...

Explore Outdoor Rec Opportunities

Get Involved

Calvin is full of opportunities to learn about God鈥檚 creation, delight in the natural world, and contribute to a flourishing community.

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A student presents her poster at the sustainability showcase.

Research

Calvin Energy Recovery Fund (CERF)
Reduce energy consumption on campus, monitor financial savings, and reinvest the savings into other projects.

First Year Research in Earth Science (FYRES)
Develop your own scientific questions and take data on the shore of Lake Michigan.

Plaster Creek Stewards
Join this initiative working to restore the health and beauty of the Plaster Creek Watershed.

Bunker Interpretive Center
Learn about the flora and fauna of the Great Lakes region.

Clean Water Institute (CWI)
Transform the world by improving the availability of clean water around the globe.

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A student carries a yard waste bag cleaning up a yard during Street Fest.

Volunteer

KE Community Garden
Hampshire Street Community Garden
Learn how to take care of the crops, harvest plants, and provide some of the produce in the dining halls.

Service-Learning Center
Serve in the community throughout the year, starting with Streetfest during new student orientation.

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A group of students sit in a circle in Sequoia park, wearing yellow reflective vests.

Student Life

Sustainability, Outdoor Adventure, and Recreation (SOAR) Floor
Make your home in a living-learning community in the residence halls.听

Residence life
Residence hall leaders educate about creation care and plan an epic campus-wide energy contest called Kill-a-Watt.

Student organizations
Join or start a student org and advocate for sustainability initiatives on campus and in the world.

Chapel services
Themes of stewardship, justice, and community鈥攑illars of sustainability鈥攁re woven into chapel throughout the week.

Sustainable dining
Participate in Calvin's sustainable dining efforts and opportunities.

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Two students dig in the dirt doing research.

Academic Programs


Students in any major can earn the interdisciplinary designation to show prospective employers you are interested in sustainability issues.听

Environmental Science and Studies major and minor
Gain a deep understanding of environmental issues and solve real-world problems in fields like environmental consulting, conservation science, and land management.

Energy, Environment, and Sustainability Concentration
Engineering students can build expertise in energy efficiency analysis, environmental impact reduction, and sustainable technology development.

Featured Sustainability Events

FAST Conference

Annual conference in November

High school and college students from the region learn from expert speakers, network with peers and professionals, and integrate faith with action.

Sustainability Showcase

End of Fall and Spring semesters

Learn from an engaging speaker and see what students are up to with a sustainability poster session.

Campus Designations

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Stars logo

AASHE Stars Silver recipient

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Climate Commitment logo

Signatory of Presidents鈥 Climate Commitment

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The Princeton Review Guide to Green Schools

The Princeton Review Guide to Green Schools

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Tree campus logo

Honored Tree Campus USA recipient