Environmental Coalition Of Florida Gulf Coast University
239 members
Wed, Nov 5Little Hickory Beach CleanupJoin us for a beach cleanup at Little Hickory Beach! From 4:00 - 6:00 PM (service-learning hours included), we’ll come together to protect our community, create friendships, and keep our oceans thriving for both wildlife and our community. Including the beautiful view of the sunset! 📍 Location: Little Hickory Beach 🕣 Time: 4:00 - 6:00 PM No equipment is needed and bring a friend!
Thu, Nov 6FWEA Pumpkin Painting Social!Come hangout with FWEA, FES, ECO and SWE to paint some pumpkins! No art skills needed-- just grab a pumpkin, pick some paint, and do your thing. We'll have snacks, music, and all the supplies. Bring your friends or come solo and meet some new people!
Sat, Nov 8The Campus Cleanup CollabJoin FGCU’s Department of Environmental Health & Safety along with ECOFGCU - The Environmental Coalition of FGCU, the Florida Water Environment Association, Love Blue FGCU, the Florida Engineering Society and the Ornithology Club for a campus clean-up on 9am-11am Saturday November 8th. Note: you do not need to be a member of any of these groups to participate in this Service-Learning Volunteer event! Participation is limited. RSVP here on EagleLink You will be using the Litterati app to record data from the clean-up. Be sure to download the app and join the challenge prior to coming… and don’t forget to charge your phone! Safety is a priority when engaging in experiential service-learning opportunities. Be sure to wear closed-toe shoes, bring a reusable filled water bottle, and use sun protection (sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, etc.). Meet us at FGCU’s Department of Environmental Health & Safety (EHS MOD) Why Cleaning Up and Preventing Litter Is So Important: Not only can litter be unsightly, but much of the litter is made of plastic that does not biodegrade – it only breaks down into smaller bits of plastic that eventually washes out to our waterways via stormwater. Preventing litter is especially important here on campus because FGCU is located on a regional, interconnected watershed system that spills into the Estero Bay Aquatic Preserve and joins the Gulf waters. Preventing litter and pollution helps make sure that our waterways remain clean to protect the environment and wildlife. It also keeps our stormwater system from clogging, which helps prevent flooding. How to use the Litterati app to record data during the clean-up: Step 1 Download the Litterati app to your phone or device before arriving to the event Step 2 Join the FGCU Respect the Nest Challenge by using code: BLUE Step 3 Take a photo of litter where it is found, tag it (with object, material, and brand) and properly dispose of any litter you find.
Do you, or does your RSO, care about the environment, social justice, equity, diversity, climate action, clean energy, quality education, and other sustainability-related issues?Come to our first meeting Weds 9/1 at 5:30pm Cohen Student Union Room 213 to join the coalition of student leaders helping to make FGCU, our community, and our world more sustainable.
Join FGCU Project Green Challenge 2021Each October FGCU celebrates Campus Sustainability Month - an international celebration in higher education. FGCU will once again be participating in Project Green Challenge, an online environmental education challenge - ProjectGreenChallenge.com
TONIGHT Monday January 24thWe will be meeting every other Monday evening at 5:30pm starting on January 24th in BHG213
There's still time! JOIN Project Green Challenge TODAY!Sign up for Project Green Challenge. You may participate on your own, or in teams of up to four. You can even represent your club/RSO.
Greener alternative for grad photosFGCU students have a greener alternative to plastic glitter and confetti to celebrate graduation in their regalia photos.