Student Organizations - Sustainability Hub for Innovation & Environment

EcoReps is a peer-to-peer sustainability education program. It is designed to give students the resources and knowledge to solve environmental, economic, and social sustainability issues. EcoReps organize campus-wide programming, carry out collaborative projects, and host various events on and off-campus such as clothing swaps, zero-waste events, residence hall presentations, and skill-builder workshops.

The Northern Michigan University Hoop House serves as a collaborative learning center for eaters of all ages who are curious about where food comes from and how it it grown. Through research and education on sustainable agriculture, the project aims to expand our local food system, improve food security and increase access to fresh, healthy produce.

The NMU Conservation Crew is a student-led organization dedicated to educating students and community members about the environment by hosting group hikes, trash clean-ups, and conservation-related workshops and events. Additionally, the club regularly collaborates with like-minded organizations in Marquette to ensure students are an active part of protecting the local environment.

The NMU Fisheries and Wildlife Association is geared towards assisting its members in gaining hands-on and real-world experience in fisheries and wildlife-related professions. We work to educate our members on the opportunities that are available and bring in professionals to help foster networking skills. We also put an emphasis on awareness and education of fisheries and wildlife issues to our members, today's youth, and the Marquette community.

NMU Apiculture Club aims to educate the community about pollinators, and provide students the opportunity to gain experience in beekeeping practices to benefit current agriculture operations at the University.

NMU Mycology Club seeks to connect all students and community members with an interest in anything fungus-related. Including foraging, photographing, identifying, and growing mushrooms.

The Organization for Outdoor Recreation Professionals' (OORP) goal is to provide real experiences in the outdoor recreation industry for members who are looking for professional ways to get involved in the community. Our members are looking for professional ways to build their resumes while simultaneously benefiting community members.

Divest NMU's goal is for Northern Michigan University to divest its endowment fund from the fossil fuel industry. Our members work with administration as well as put on educational events. In December of 2023, the Board of Trustees approved divesting the schools endowment funds out of the fossil fuel industry and invest in up to 15% of green investments.

The Northern Climate Network is a campus-wide consortium providing opportunities for faculty, staff, students and community members to discuss and learn about climate change in our region.

Gamma Theta Upsilon (GTU) is an International Honors Society in Geography. Eta Chi Chapter is associated with the Earth, Environmental and Geographical Sciences department of Northern Michigan University. Invitations for GTU membership are sent out to students who qualify. To qualify one must have completed at least three semesters of college coursework, at least three "GC" courses, and have a "GC" and overall G.P.A. of 3.3 or better.

Citizens' Climate Lobby's mission is to bring attention to climate change solutions and support the efforts of CCL through carbon pricing advocacy, climate change education, and citizen engagement.

Green Athletics is a student-driven working group consisting of student-athletes, coaches, and other administrators striving to create and promote sustainable changes within NMU's Athletic Department. Green Athletics serves as a "sustainability spokesperson" for NMU Athletics, and helps contribute to the growing number of sustainability initiatives throughout NMU.

The student chapter of Ducks Unlimited promotes wildlife and wetland conservation, duck hunting, technique, skills, and etiquette. We are trying to get people involved in wetland conservation, duck hunting, and sharing our passion for the sport. We as a club raise money for the Ducks Unlimited organization, as well as create a great spot for fellow hunters to meet. Membership is open to all NMU students; everyone is welcome, experience doesn't matter.

Rock & Mineral Club is a student organization focused around the geology of our Marquette home. We have many outings throughout the year putting us one-on-one with the history and fascinating geologic features right here in our backyard, as well as spend some of the snowier weekends polishing our findings in the rock lab. We also explore surrounding areas such as the Keweenaw Peninsula and Alger County. There are no fees or requirements involved with joining or participating, other than an interest for finding cool rocks!

Our mission is to build a grassroots coalition of people who care about animals and the environment. We advocate for animals on a local level by partnering with the university to improve access to plant-based meals, opposing wildlife killing contests, protesting circuses, hosting documentary screenings and hosting tabling events. We also advocate for animals on a global level by partnering with The Humane League and engaging in their corporate campaigns to improve animal welfare standards around the world. We welcome anyone who cares about animals, their health, or the environment to be a part of our team.