Campus Sustainability Month | Sustainability Hub for Innovation & Environment

October is Campus Sustainability Month!

Campus Sustainability Month is an international celebration of sustainability in higher education. The goal is to raise the visibility of campus sustainability and provide advocates with a platform to deepen engagement around sustainability. Throughout the month, SHINE encourages YOU to engage in becoming sustainability change agents.

Find the calendar of events below!

Week 1

Thursday, October 2	1 - 3 pm \| Michigan Environmental Council - UP Clean Energy Coalition Meeting at the Northern Center
	4 - 5 pm \| Sustainable Citizen Badge Skillbuilder - TSB 2901 This skillbuilder provides an overview of key sustainability concepts and shares examples of what NMU is doing to reduce our impact on the planet. You will learn several definitions, gain insights into different aspects of sustainability, and get a variety of tools to help you live lighter on the planet. Positive social change requires many different actions at many different scales, from individuals to institutions. By working together, we can create a more sustainable world.
	7 pm \| Superior on Tap: Moose, Wolves & Citizen Science; hosted by Citizens for a Clean & Safe Lake Superior at Ore Dock Brewing Co.
Friday, October 3	12 - 1 pm \| Climate@Noon Calista Rockwell will be presenting about Climate Smart Building: Mass Timber @MSU
	4 pm \| EcoReps Trash Cleanup! Join EcoReps as we pick up trash around our campus. We will provide gloves and trash bags. Meet in the Jamrich Atrium.
Saturday, October 4	10 - 11:30 pm \| Yoga Nidra Experience Yoga Nidra, the yoga of deep rest. This guided practice leads you into a state between waking and sleeping that promotes relaxation, reduces stress, and restores balance. Participants often report better sleep, greater calm, and renewed energy. Open to all levels—no prior yoga experience required. Bring a mat, blanket, and wear comfortable clothing. Bring yoga mat and blanket and wear loose, comfy clothing. Please arrive early. No more entry after the door is closed.

Week 2

Monday, October 6	Green Sports Day Leveraging the cultural & market influence of sports to promote healthy, sustainable communities where we work, live and play.
Tuesday, October 7	6 - 7 pm \| EcoReps Meeting Meeting in Jamrich 3102 to work on papermaking and positive messages for upcoming event.
Wednesday, October 8	12 - 4 pm \| Community E-Waste Collection Day Drop off your electronics for recycling at the Superior Watershed Partnership Climate Office at 519 N. Lakeshore Blvd, Marquette. There is a suggested $5 donation per drop off.
Thursday, October 9	11 am - 12 pm \| EGLE Recycling Myths Webinar This session will help both sustainability professionals and anyone curious about recycling plastics feel informed, empowered, and equipped to cut through the misinformation.
	5:30 - 7 pm \| 2nd Annual Mind Over Miles 5k Registration for the 2nd Annual Mind Over Miles 5k is live! The 5k will take place on Thursday, October 9th, 2025 at 5:30pm starting at the Wildcat Statue near Jamrich Hall. Register here. Students, faculty, and staff at NMU can register for free (with the option to purchase a t-shirt), while community members can register for $20, which includes a race t-shirt. Register by 11:59pm on September 14th to guarantee your shirt!
	6 - 7 pm \| Walk, Bike, Ride: Sustainable Transportation on Campus - Jamrich 1313 Fed up with parking on campus? Want to try a new way to get to class? All are invited to this interactive workshop designed to educate NMU students, faculty, staff, and community members about the resources available to them when it comes to sustainable transportation on campus.
	5 - 6 pm \| Energy in the UP - League of Women Voters - with Jenn Hill This event will cover the history of energy and what's different about the UP, how electricity is produced in the UP and what's next. The presentation will be 35 minutes, followed by a 15 minute Q&A. RSVP here
Saturday, October 11	10 am - 6 pm \| DNR - Becoming an Outdoors Woman: Exploring Outdoor Skills Join us at the Upper Peninsula Pocket Park in Escanaba for a full-day Becoming an Outdoors Woman program! This hands-on event is designed to help women build confidence and skills in a variety of outdoor activities. Participants will have the opportunity to explore: Spin rod fishing. Archery for both sport and hunting. Firearm safety and pellet gun target practice. Dutch oven and outdoor cooking techniques. Whether you're a beginner or looking to sharpen your skills, this fun and supportive environment is the perfect place to connect with nature and other outdoor enthusiasts! The cost is $20. All equipment will be provided. Must be 18 or older to attend. To register, go to Michigan.gov/DNRLicenses and click on the "Purchase a license" button. Sign in (using either a username and password or your ID and birthdate), and find the class under the Becoming an Outdoors Woman tab.

Week 3

Monday, October 13	6 - 7 pm \| Jam Making Workshop Join the Hoop House in learning how to make and preserve strawberry jam! In this hands-on workshop, we'll be exploring the basics of jam making and water bath canning, with attendees being able to cook, can, and take home their own jar of strawberry jam!
Tuesday, October 14	5 - 6 pm \| Green Fund Workshop Come learn about the Green Fund, a student-led paid fee that funds student-led sustainability initiatives, brainstorm ideas, and potentially submit a Green Fund Proposal. We recommend attendees bring a laptop.
	5 - 6 pm \| Renewable Energies Coalition Meeting Join the Renewable Energies Coalition for their first meeting!
	7 pm \| Science on Tap Kim O'Keefe from NMU's Department of Biology will be presenting "Fire Ecology" at Blackrocks Brewery.
Wednesday, October 15	12 - 4 pm \| Treat Yourself Day: Planting Positivity in Jamrich Atrium Write your own positive affirmation on homemade seed paper, and take it home to plant a little love in your heart and in the earth.
	12 - 4 pm \| Community E-Waste Collection Day Drop off your electronics for recycling at the Superior Watershed Partnership Climate Office at 519 N. Lakeshore Blvd, Marquette. There is a suggested $5 donation per drop off.
	1 pm \| EEGS Symposium: Sustainabl-TEA with Young Mountain Tea Company
	2 - 4 pm \| Elective Pay Information Session Join us for an in-person discussion on the IRS Elective Pay program in the Marquette Township Community Room. The State of Michigan helps local governments, Tribes, non-profits, public school districts, houses of worship, and others to get the federal clean energy tax rebates they have earned (or will earn) by investing in clean energy.
	5 - 7 pm \| Treat Yourself Day: WellBeing Rocks Join the WellBeing Peer Educators in honor of Treat Yourself Day by painting affirmations on your rock of choice. All supplies provided.
Thursday, October 16	World Food Day World Food Day 2025 is calling for global collaboration in creating a peaceful, sustainable, prosperous, and food-secure future. By working together, across governments, organizations, sectors, and communities, we can transform agrifood systems to ensure that everyone has access to a healthy diet, living in harmony with the planet.
	5 - 10 pm \| Fresh Coast FREE: food trucks, films & more We're kicking off Fresh Coast Film Fest on Thursday, October 16th from 5-9 pm with FREE films and entertainment! Food trucks arrive at 5PM with films beginning at 7PM. Come hang out with our Fresh Coast community. Schedule of films and food trucks to come! For more information visit https://freshcoastfilm.com
Friday, October 17	8:30 - 4:30 pm \| Woodshed Fuel Field Trip - Register here! You are cordially invited to join The Nature Conservancy (TNC) and the Northern Woodshed Project in a day of learning about working forests in the UP on Friday, October 17. The event is free and will take place at the Slate River Forest, which includes over 10,000 acres of prime examples of sustainable forest management practices, including harvesting for traditional forest products as well as carbon projects. TNC foresters will provide a tour of multiple sites around the property, and will explain the diverse managements practices and intended outcomes.
	10 - 11:30 am \| SAC October Meeting in Jamrich 1318 Everyone is welcome!
Saturday, October 18	12 - 3 pm \| Silver Lead Creek Clean Up Day With the construction of the Silver Lead Creek Greenway well underway this summer, the Marquette County Planning Division is hosting a creek clean up event at Silver Lead Creek. The clean-up will start at noon. We will be meeting at the trail head for the KI Sawyer Fitness Trail at the end of Ryan Lipinski Drive, off of Voodoo Avenue in KI Sawyer. We will provide gloves and bags for clean-up. Please dress for the weather, we will be there, rain or shine! We hope you can join us!

Week 4

Monday, October 20	5 - 6 pm \| Climate Conversations Come get your climate questions answered at a sustainability Q&A with university AVP of Sustainability, Dr. Jes Thompson! Are you curious about bird-safe windows? The Green Fund? Fertilizers used on campus? Or would you like to know about the campus compost system for all NLD waste? Come drop in and join an informal and informational session where you can get your questions answered and concerns heard!
Tuesday, October 21	3 - 4:30 pm \| Forest Bathing with Jacquie Medina Please register to attend a guided forest bathing session with NMU WellBeing and Jacquie Medina from SHHP. This session will take place on Tuesday October 21st from 3pm-4:30pm. This opportunity is being extended to faculty, staff, and students and will be capped at 30 participants. Slots will be filled on a first come first serve basis. Please respond to this form if you are interested and watch out for an email from Julia Illy (jilly@nmu.edu) confirming your spot!
	4 - 5 pm \| Mend the World Skillbuilder in Jamrich 1317, Register here! Learn the art of visible mending in this hands-on workshop covering three essential stitches: darning, baseball stitch, and blanket stitch. We'll provide needles and thread—just bring a garment in need of repair (ripped jeans, holey shirts, etc.). Walk away with practical skills to give your clothes a second life!
Wednesday, October 22	8:30 am - 5:00 pm \| Virtual - Great Lakes Microplastics Summit Register today for the inaugural Great Lakes Microplastics Summit, taking place virtually on October 22. Hosted by the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE), this free one-day event will bring together researchers, policymakers, and stakeholders from across the region to network, share insights, and explore the latest findings regarding microplastics in both surface water and drinking water. This is a unique opportunity to hear from thought leaders, engage in Q&A sessions, and connect with colleagues who are shaping the future of microplastics research and management.
	12 - 4 pm \| Community E-Waste Collection Day Drop off your electronics for recycling at the Superior Watershed Partnership Climate Office at 519 N. Lakeshore Blvd, Marquette. There is a suggested $5 donation per drop off.
	7 pm \| Free showing of SEEDS The NMU Center for Native American Studies is thrilled to host a free showing of SEEDS written and directed by, Kaniehtiio Horn (Mohawk) in Jamrich Hall 1100. SEEDS is a mix of humor and horror (just in time for Halloween). Horn may be best known for her portrayal as Deer Lady in the Harjo hit show, Reservation Dogs. A conversation with Kaniehtiio Horn will follow the viewing.
Thursday, October 23	8 am - 5 pm \| Indigenous Perspectives Symposium on Food At Northern Michigan University, the Indigenous Perspectives Symposium serves as a vital platform to celebrate, elevate, and engage with the voices, artistry, and wisdom of Indigenous communities. It is more than a gathering—it’s a movement toward cultural visibility, shared learning, and lasting connection. Held on NMU’s campus at the beautiful Northern Center located in Marquette, Michigan, the symposium brings together Indigenous leaders, scholars, artisans, students, and community members to explore themes of importance to Indigenous Peoples. This year’s theme is focused on food, and how it intersects with sovereignty, identity, storytelling, land, and resilience using a wide range of presentations, performances, and culinary experiences grounded in Indigenous knowledge.
	6 - 7 pm \| Salsa Verde Workshop Join the Hoop House for a guided workshop on making and preserving your own salsa verde! In this hands-on workshop, presented by guest demonstrator, Dr. Martinetti of the EEGs department, we'll be exploring the basics of making and water bath canning salsa verde, with attendees being able to cook, can, and take home their own jar of salsa!
Friday, October 24	10 am - 12 pm \| Presque Isle Bog Walk Join us for an easy and short bog walk at Presque Isle Park. Please bring good shoes, water, and snacks. Meet at the OLA pavilion to carpool.
	5 - 6:30 pm \| Watch Party: True False Hot Cold by NMU CCL Come watch and discuss True False Hot Cold with the Citizens' Climate Lobby! True False Hot Cold is a documentary about a small Utah community where residents battle misinformation, climate change, and polarization. This movie is a relevant take on communication in the climate change era! Come join us for an evening of film and thoughtful conversation! Location: Mead Auditorium, 2701 - The Science Building
Saturday, October 25	Make a Difference Day Created in 1990 by USA Weekend, Make A Difference Day is a national event celebrating neighbors helping neighbors.

Week 5

Sunday, October 26	2:30 - 5:30 pm \| Wetmore Pond and Lily Pond Trail Maintenance Join the Conservation Crew for our semesterly NCT trail maintenance at the Wetmore Pond and Lily Pond area. All tools will be provided. If weather allows and we have enough people, we are hoping to work on smaller loops/trails we have not worked on before! Plan on 2-4 hours for this activity. Please bring close-toed shoes, water, and snacks. Meet at the OLA pavilion to carpool.
Monday, October 27	6 - 7 pm \| Dill Pickle Workshop Join the Hoop House for a guided workshop on making and preserving your own dill pickles! In this hands-on workshop, presented we'll be exploring the basics of making and water bath canning practices, with attendees being able to cook, can, and take home their own jar of pickles! In order to get the best flavor it's recommended pickles sit for at least 3 weeks, which makes them perfect to show off at Thanksgiving!
Tuesday, October 28	6 pm \| Zero Waste Volleyball Game Join Green Athletics' first Zero Waste Game of the year! NMU will be playing MTU in the Vandament Arena.
Wednesday, October 29	12 - 4 pm \| Community E-Waste Collection Day Drop off your electronics for recycling at the Superior Watershed Partnership Climate Office at 519 N. Lakeshore Blvd, Marquette. There is a suggested $5 donation per drop off.

Thursday, October 2	1 - 3 pm \| Michigan Environmental Council - UP Clean Energy Coalition Meeting at the Northern Center
	4 - 5 pm \| Sustainable Citizen Badge Skillbuilder - TSB 2901 This skillbuilder provides an overview of key sustainability concepts and shares examples of what NMU is doing to reduce our impact on the planet. You will learn several definitions, gain insights into different aspects of sustainability, and get a variety of tools to help you live lighter on the planet. Positive social change requires many different actions at many different scales, from individuals to institutions. By working together, we can create a more sustainable world.
	7 pm \| Superior on Tap: Moose, Wolves & Citizen Science; hosted by Citizens for a Clean & Safe Lake Superior at Ore Dock Brewing Co.
Friday, October 3	12 - 1 pm \| Climate@Noon Calista Rockwell will be presenting about Climate Smart Building: Mass Timber @MSU
	4 pm \| EcoReps Trash Cleanup! Join EcoReps as we pick up trash around our campus. We will provide gloves and trash bags. Meet in the Jamrich Atrium.
Saturday, October 4	10 - 11:30 pm \| Yoga Nidra Experience Yoga Nidra, the yoga of deep rest. This guided practice leads you into a state between waking and sleeping that promotes relaxation, reduces stress, and restores balance. Participants often report better sleep, greater calm, and renewed energy. Open to all levels—no prior yoga experience required. Bring a mat, blanket, and wear comfortable clothing. Bring yoga mat and blanket and wear loose, comfy clothing. Please arrive early. No more entry after the door is closed.

Monday, October 6	Green Sports Day Leveraging the cultural & market influence of sports to promote healthy, sustainable communities where we work, live and play.
Tuesday, October 7	6 - 7 pm \| EcoReps Meeting Meeting in Jamrich 3102 to work on papermaking and positive messages for upcoming event.
Wednesday, October 8	12 - 4 pm \| Community E-Waste Collection Day Drop off your electronics for recycling at the Superior Watershed Partnership Climate Office at 519 N. Lakeshore Blvd, Marquette. There is a suggested $5 donation per drop off.
Thursday, October 9	11 am - 12 pm \| EGLE Recycling Myths Webinar This session will help both sustainability professionals and anyone curious about recycling plastics feel informed, empowered, and equipped to cut through the misinformation.
	5:30 - 7 pm \| 2nd Annual Mind Over Miles 5k Registration for the 2nd Annual Mind Over Miles 5k is live! The 5k will take place on Thursday, October 9th, 2025 at 5:30pm starting at the Wildcat Statue near Jamrich Hall. Register here. Students, faculty, and staff at NMU can register for free (with the option to purchase a t-shirt), while community members can register for $20, which includes a race t-shirt. Register by 11:59pm on September 14th to guarantee your shirt!
	6 - 7 pm \| Walk, Bike, Ride: Sustainable Transportation on Campus - Jamrich 1313 Fed up with parking on campus? Want to try a new way to get to class? All are invited to this interactive workshop designed to educate NMU students, faculty, staff, and community members about the resources available to them when it comes to sustainable transportation on campus.
	5 - 6 pm \| Energy in the UP - League of Women Voters - with Jenn Hill This event will cover the history of energy and what's different about the UP, how electricity is produced in the UP and what's next. The presentation will be 35 minutes, followed by a 15 minute Q&A. RSVP here
Saturday, October 11	10 am - 6 pm \| DNR - Becoming an Outdoors Woman: Exploring Outdoor Skills Join us at the Upper Peninsula Pocket Park in Escanaba for a full-day Becoming an Outdoors Woman program! This hands-on event is designed to help women build confidence and skills in a variety of outdoor activities. Participants will have the opportunity to explore: Spin rod fishing. Archery for both sport and hunting. Firearm safety and pellet gun target practice. Dutch oven and outdoor cooking techniques. Whether you're a beginner or looking to sharpen your skills, this fun and supportive environment is the perfect place to connect with nature and other outdoor enthusiasts! The cost is $20. All equipment will be provided. Must be 18 or older to attend. To register, go to Michigan.gov/DNRLicenses and click on the "Purchase a license" button. Sign in (using either a username and password or your ID and birthdate), and find the class under the Becoming an Outdoors Woman tab.

Monday, October 13	6 - 7 pm \| Jam Making Workshop Join the Hoop House in learning how to make and preserve strawberry jam! In this hands-on workshop, we'll be exploring the basics of jam making and water bath canning, with attendees being able to cook, can, and take home their own jar of strawberry jam!
Tuesday, October 14	5 - 6 pm \| Green Fund Workshop Come learn about the Green Fund, a student-led paid fee that funds student-led sustainability initiatives, brainstorm ideas, and potentially submit a Green Fund Proposal. We recommend attendees bring a laptop.
	5 - 6 pm \| Renewable Energies Coalition Meeting Join the Renewable Energies Coalition for their first meeting!
	7 pm \| Science on Tap Kim O'Keefe from NMU's Department of Biology will be presenting "Fire Ecology" at Blackrocks Brewery.
Wednesday, October 15	12 - 4 pm \| Treat Yourself Day: Planting Positivity in Jamrich Atrium Write your own positive affirmation on homemade seed paper, and take it home to plant a little love in your heart and in the earth.
	12 - 4 pm \| Community E-Waste Collection Day Drop off your electronics for recycling at the Superior Watershed Partnership Climate Office at 519 N. Lakeshore Blvd, Marquette. There is a suggested $5 donation per drop off.
	1 pm \| EEGS Symposium: Sustainabl-TEA with Young Mountain Tea Company
	2 - 4 pm \| Elective Pay Information Session Join us for an in-person discussion on the IRS Elective Pay program in the Marquette Township Community Room. The State of Michigan helps local governments, Tribes, non-profits, public school districts, houses of worship, and others to get the federal clean energy tax rebates they have earned (or will earn) by investing in clean energy.
	5 - 7 pm \| Treat Yourself Day: WellBeing Rocks Join the WellBeing Peer Educators in honor of Treat Yourself Day by painting affirmations on your rock of choice. All supplies provided.
Thursday, October 16	World Food Day World Food Day 2025 is calling for global collaboration in creating a peaceful, sustainable, prosperous, and food-secure future. By working together, across governments, organizations, sectors, and communities, we can transform agrifood systems to ensure that everyone has access to a healthy diet, living in harmony with the planet.
	5 - 10 pm \| Fresh Coast FREE: food trucks, films & more We're kicking off Fresh Coast Film Fest on Thursday, October 16th from 5-9 pm with FREE films and entertainment! Food trucks arrive at 5PM with films beginning at 7PM. Come hang out with our Fresh Coast community. Schedule of films and food trucks to come! For more information visit https://freshcoastfilm.com
Friday, October 17	8:30 - 4:30 pm \| Woodshed Fuel Field Trip - Register here! You are cordially invited to join The Nature Conservancy (TNC) and the Northern Woodshed Project in a day of learning about working forests in the UP on Friday, October 17. The event is free and will take place at the Slate River Forest, which includes over 10,000 acres of prime examples of sustainable forest management practices, including harvesting for traditional forest products as well as carbon projects. TNC foresters will provide a tour of multiple sites around the property, and will explain the diverse managements practices and intended outcomes.
	10 - 11:30 am \| SAC October Meeting in Jamrich 1318 Everyone is welcome!
Saturday, October 18	12 - 3 pm \| Silver Lead Creek Clean Up Day With the construction of the Silver Lead Creek Greenway well underway this summer, the Marquette County Planning Division is hosting a creek clean up event at Silver Lead Creek. The clean-up will start at noon. We will be meeting at the trail head for the KI Sawyer Fitness Trail at the end of Ryan Lipinski Drive, off of Voodoo Avenue in KI Sawyer. We will provide gloves and bags for clean-up. Please dress for the weather, we will be there, rain or shine! We hope you can join us!

Monday, October 20	5 - 6 pm \| Climate Conversations Come get your climate questions answered at a sustainability Q&A with university AVP of Sustainability, Dr. Jes Thompson! Are you curious about bird-safe windows? The Green Fund? Fertilizers used on campus? Or would you like to know about the campus compost system for all NLD waste? Come drop in and join an informal and informational session where you can get your questions answered and concerns heard!
Tuesday, October 21	3 - 4:30 pm \| Forest Bathing with Jacquie Medina Please register to attend a guided forest bathing session with NMU WellBeing and Jacquie Medina from SHHP. This session will take place on Tuesday October 21st from 3pm-4:30pm. This opportunity is being extended to faculty, staff, and students and will be capped at 30 participants. Slots will be filled on a first come first serve basis. Please respond to this form if you are interested and watch out for an email from Julia Illy (jilly@nmu.edu) confirming your spot!
	4 - 5 pm \| Mend the World Skillbuilder in Jamrich 1317, Register here! Learn the art of visible mending in this hands-on workshop covering three essential stitches: darning, baseball stitch, and blanket stitch. We'll provide needles and thread—just bring a garment in need of repair (ripped jeans, holey shirts, etc.). Walk away with practical skills to give your clothes a second life!
Wednesday, October 22	8:30 am - 5:00 pm \| Virtual - Great Lakes Microplastics Summit Register today for the inaugural Great Lakes Microplastics Summit, taking place virtually on October 22. Hosted by the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE), this free one-day event will bring together researchers, policymakers, and stakeholders from across the region to network, share insights, and explore the latest findings regarding microplastics in both surface water and drinking water. This is a unique opportunity to hear from thought leaders, engage in Q&A sessions, and connect with colleagues who are shaping the future of microplastics research and management.
	12 - 4 pm \| Community E-Waste Collection Day Drop off your electronics for recycling at the Superior Watershed Partnership Climate Office at 519 N. Lakeshore Blvd, Marquette. There is a suggested $5 donation per drop off.
	7 pm \| Free showing of SEEDS The NMU Center for Native American Studies is thrilled to host a free showing of SEEDS written and directed by, Kaniehtiio Horn (Mohawk) in Jamrich Hall 1100. SEEDS is a mix of humor and horror (just in time for Halloween). Horn may be best known for her portrayal as Deer Lady in the Harjo hit show, Reservation Dogs. A conversation with Kaniehtiio Horn will follow the viewing.
Thursday, October 23	8 am - 5 pm \| Indigenous Perspectives Symposium on Food At Northern Michigan University, the Indigenous Perspectives Symposium serves as a vital platform to celebrate, elevate, and engage with the voices, artistry, and wisdom of Indigenous communities. It is more than a gathering—it’s a movement toward cultural visibility, shared learning, and lasting connection. Held on NMU’s campus at the beautiful Northern Center located in Marquette, Michigan, the symposium brings together Indigenous leaders, scholars, artisans, students, and community members to explore themes of importance to Indigenous Peoples. This year’s theme is focused on food, and how it intersects with sovereignty, identity, storytelling, land, and resilience using a wide range of presentations, performances, and culinary experiences grounded in Indigenous knowledge.
	6 - 7 pm \| Salsa Verde Workshop Join the Hoop House for a guided workshop on making and preserving your own salsa verde! In this hands-on workshop, presented by guest demonstrator, Dr. Martinetti of the EEGs department, we'll be exploring the basics of making and water bath canning salsa verde, with attendees being able to cook, can, and take home their own jar of salsa!
Friday, October 24	10 am - 12 pm \| Presque Isle Bog Walk Join us for an easy and short bog walk at Presque Isle Park. Please bring good shoes, water, and snacks. Meet at the OLA pavilion to carpool.
	5 - 6:30 pm \| Watch Party: True False Hot Cold by NMU CCL Come watch and discuss True False Hot Cold with the Citizens' Climate Lobby! True False Hot Cold is a documentary about a small Utah community where residents battle misinformation, climate change, and polarization. This movie is a relevant take on communication in the climate change era! Come join us for an evening of film and thoughtful conversation! Location: Mead Auditorium, 2701 - The Science Building
Saturday, October 25	Make a Difference Day Created in 1990 by USA Weekend, Make A Difference Day is a national event celebrating neighbors helping neighbors.