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KENT STATE UNIVERSITY EARTH MONTH 2023

Invest in Our Planet

EARTHDAY.ORG's Earth Day 2023 theme is "Over 1 billion participants around the world will take action on April 22nd. -EARTHDAY.ORG
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Earth Month Planning Committee

The 2023 ������ Earth Month events were planned by the Earth Month Committee.

Earth Month Planning Committee members include representatives from: the Adventure Center; Athletics; Career Exploration and Development; Community Engaged Learning Office; College of Nursing; College of the Arts; College of Education, Health, and Human Services; Center for Student Involvement; Department of Biological Sciences; Department of Biological Sciences at Salem Campus; Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry; Department of English; Department of Earth Sciences; Department of Geography;  Department of Geography at Ashtabula campus; Department of Nursing; Department of Philosophy; Department of Sociology and Criminology; Department of Recreational Services; Design Innovation; Exploratory Advising Center; The Gerald H. Read Center for International and Intercultural Education; Herrick Conservatory and Greenhouse; Kent State Bookstore; Kent State Environmental Science and Research Design Institute; Kent State of Well-being; ������ College of the Arts and Sciences; Kent State Student Media; Office of Sustainability; Recreational Services; School of Peace and Conflict Studies; Teaching, Learning, and Curriculum Studies; Theatre University Housing; University Facilities Management Grounds Department; University Libraries; and student organizations: Future Environmental Professionals Club; Kent State Environmental Society; and representatives from regional campuses: East Liverpool, Salem, Stark, and Trumbull.

If you'd like to be part of the Earth Month 2024 Planning Committee please email Leah Graham lgraha13@kent.edu and Melanie Knowles mknowle1@kent.edu

������ departments and student organizations: submit your event(s) to appear on this webpage and on the ������ Earth Month posters by emailing Leah Graham lgraha13@kent.edu and Melanie Knowles mknowle1@kent.edu. Host organizations are responsible for submitting their event(s) to the university calendar, please remember to include the "Earth Month" tag when submitting your event so it will appear as an Earth Month event.

Check back as more 2023 events are added

������ Earth Month 2023 Events

• April 3 - Grand Opening: Draining the Swamp Art Gallery
• April 3 - April 21 - Draining the Swamp Art Gallery
• April 4 - Clothing Swap
• April 10 - Earth Month Book Club
• April 11 - Earth Month Speaker Panel: Investing in a Clean Energy Future
• April 11 - Electric Vehicle Education Event
• April 12 - An Evening with Madeline Sayet Hosted by Jessica Vallejo, Lake Erie Native American Council
• April 13 and 14 - The 8th Annual ������ Environmental Science and Design Research Institute (ESDRI) Symposium
• April 14 - Meet the Author of Tree Story, Valerie Trouet
• April 17 - ������ Undergraduate Research Symposium
• April 18 - ������ Earth Fest
• April 19 and 20 - Make a Reuseable Beeswax Food Wrap!
• April 20 - Celebrate Earth Day at CAED with University Libraries
• April 20 - Green Chemistry Speaker
• April 20 - Honoring Earth Day Glow and Give Ride
• April 20 - Kent Interhall Council Earth Day Fest
• April 20 - Observing the Night Sky Clinic
• April 21 - BioBlitz
• April 21 - Park Volunteer Clean-Up
• April 22- Kent State East Liverpool Earth Day Environmental Justice Conference: “Cleaning Up Toxic Waste and Chemical Spills in Our Communities: Corporate and Government Responsibilities"
• April 22 - Garlic Mustard Pull: Invasive Plant Removal
• April 23 - Earth Day Celebration at Kent State Stark
• April 24 through 28 - Annual Fundraising Plant Sale
• April 25 - Kent State Farmers' Market
• April 28 - Hike and (SPIN) Bike
• April 29 - Mindful Hike

KENT STATE UNIVERSITY EARTH MONTH 2023 EVENTS

Grand Opening: Draining the Swamp Art Gallery
April 3 from 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
DI Hub 2nd Floor Gallery
Hosted by Center for Ecology and Natural Resources Sustainability (CENRS)

Light refreshments will be served with an activity for all ages.  No RSVP needed; pop by and admire the imagery! The gallery will remain up through April 21^st.

Draining the Swamp Art Gallery
April 3 - April 21
DI Hub  2nd Floor Gallery
Hosted by Center for Ecology and Natural Resources Sustainability (CENRS)

An environmental history of wetlands on the Kent Campus. For more information contact Michelle Escalambre

Clothing Swap
April 4 at 8:00 PM
DI Hub outside room 219
Hosted by a student from Natural Resource Conservation Class

The clothing swap is happening at 8pm on Tuesday, April 4th, in the DI Hub auditorium outside of room 219. Any unwanted clothing at the end will be donated to the women's shelter and salvation army. If you are unable to make it but would still like to participate, or simply would like to drop off your clothing ahead of time, feel free to drop off clothing in Professor Widner’s office located in McGilvrey Hall room 405 the week before any weekday from 9-5. Everyone is welcome.

Essentially, a clothing swap is an event where people bring in unwanted clothing in exchange for another's unwanted clothing. This provides people an opportunity to go shopping for new clothing that they could love, and also give away clothing they no longer need or want. The best part, it's all completely sustainable. No waste occurs, no new clothing is being made, and people still get to shop and clear out their closets. Not only that, but it also provides people who have a mutual love for clothing and sustainability with a social event, an opportunity to make new like-minded friends.

Earth Month Book Club
April 10 at 4 PM
Online
Hosted by the Earth Month Planning Committee and the Office of Sustainability

An online discussion of the book, Tree Story: The History of the World Written in Rings by Valerie Trouet led by Dr. Sarah Eichler.

Earth Month Speaker Panel: Investing in a Clean Energy Future
April 11 at 5 PM
DI Hub room 219
Hosted by the Earth Month Planning Committee and the Office of Sustainability

“Investing in a Clean Energy Future” ������ speaker panel. The 45-50 minute presentations (5-7 mins each) from panelists will be followed by a Q&A from the audience. 
Guest Speakers

• Dr. Yanhai Du,  ������ Associate Professor at College of Aeronautics & Engineering, Team Leader and Principal Investigator (PI) of Kent State University's Fuel Cell Program
• Dr. Christopher Groening, ������ Chair of the Department of Marketing and Entrepreneurship and Associate Professor
• Dr. Joseph Ortiz, ������ Professor,  the Department of Earth Sciences
• Dr. Gabriella Paar-Jakli, ������ Political Science Associate Professor and Undergraduate Coordinator
• Dr. Dhurba Panthi, ������ Assistant Professor of Engineering Technology at ������ Tuscarawas
• Dr. John-Michael Warner, ������ Associate Professor, School of Art

Electric Vehicle Education Event
April 11 from 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
������ Esplanade outside of the DI Hub 
Hosted by the Earth Month Planning Committee and the Office of Sustainability

Learn about electric vehicle awareness, education, and use at this ������ Earth Month event!  Have an EV and want to get involved? Contact Joe Ortiz  and Melanie Knowles mknowle1@kent.edu

An Evening with Madeline Sayet Hosted by Jessica Vallejo, Lake Erie Native American Council 
April 12 from 7 - 8: 15 PM
Erdmann-Zucchero Blackbox Theatre
Center for Performing Arts
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Sponsored by: Arts Midwest GIG Fund, National Endowment for the Arts; The School of Theatre and Dance, ������; The Department of English, ������; ������, Stark; Anti-Racism and Equity Institute, ������; College of Arts and Sciences; ������

Madeline Sayet is a theater maker whose work is shaped by the idea of Story Medicine - the belief that every story we put into this world has the power to do real world harm or healing. What story do you wish you had heard growing up? How can theatre be used to transcend the world we are in and build a better future? Her most recent project is "Where We Belong," a solo piece about her journey as an Indigenous theatre-maker across geographical and metaphorical borders.

Meet the Author of Tree Story, Valerie Trouet
April 14 from noon - 1:00 PM
Annual ������ Environmental Science & Design Research Institute (ESDRI) Symposium
������ Hotel and Conference Center
Hosted by Environmental Science & Design Research Institute (ESDRI)

Valerie Trouet, Professor, Laboratory of Tree-Ring Research Author, Tree Story. Lunch provided for all registered attendees.  Relax, converse with friends, or join a breakout session with the author of Tree Story. Sponsored by Kent State's Department of Geography and Office of Sustainability.  Guests should register for this event via the . Register by April 5.

8th Annual ������ Environmental Science & Design Research Institute (ESDRI) Symposium
April 13 & 14
������ Hotel and Conference Center
Hosted by Environmental Science & Design Research Institute (ESDRI)

The two-day symposium is free and open to all. Registration will be required, and is not yet open, but will be linked via ESDRI's website. ESDRI is pleased to present this year’s theme: Environmental Justice, Ecology, and Race.  The symposium will feature renowned guests and university experts.  In addition, there will be many student components, including workshops and a poster presentation.

The 2023 ESDRI Symposium theme, 'Environmental Justice, Ecology, and Race', will call attention to issues concerning structural inequality; disparity and natural processes; climate justice; environmental conflicts and activism; and equitable environmental design. The convergence of the global pandemic, accelerating climate crisis, and social justice movements have re-exposed the breadth of environmental inequalities and the inextricable link between disparity and ecological harm. Addressing issues in our complex, contemporary environment requires expanded conversations that confront latent systems of inequity and support more just social, natural and built systems. Indeed, recent governmental initiatives prioritizing the climate crisis and disadvantaged communities¹ understands that “environmental justice is an important part of the struggle”² in the obligation to improve and maintain clean and healthful environments. In 2021, the United Nations affirmed that a clean and healthy environment is a fundamental human right. Please check the website for all details (existing and future).

8TH ANNUAL ESDRI SYMPOSIUM

������ Undergraduate Research Symposium
April 17
������ Student Center
Sponsored by the Division of Research and Sponsored Programs,  Office of the Provost, Honors College, and University Libraries

Join us for ������’s annual Undergraduate Symposium on Research, Scholarship and Creative Endeavors on Monday, April 17th, 2023 in the Kent Student Center. For more information contact Ann Gosky

UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH SYMPOSIUM

������ Earth Fest
April 18 from 11:00 A.M. - 2:00 P.M.
Kent Student Center 2nd Floor 
Hosted by the Earth Month Planning Committee and the Office of Sustainability

Join on and off campus organizations and departments for a fun-filled Earth Day event with food trucks, music, student activities, information, giveaways, and prize drawings. The purpose of this event is to: 1) increase students’ awareness of sustainability on and off campus 2) engage students in educational activities and 3) inspire students’ actions in the sustainability movement. All sustainability-related organizations are encouraged to participate including those with a focus on prosperity (economy), people (social), or planet (environment).

• Active Minds at KSU
• Akron Zoo
• Biology Club
• Brewer-Garrett
• Cleveland Museum of Natural History
• College of Aeronautics and Engineering
• Conservancy for Cuyahoga Valley National Park
• Cuyahoga Valley National Park
• Davey Resource Group
• Division of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, since renamed to Division of People, Culture and Belonging
• Drive Electric Ohio
• Environmental Science and Design Research Institute (ESDRI)
• Environmental Studies
• The Fabric Pantry
• Flashes Fighting
• Hunger Herrick Conservatory
• The Herrick Conservatory and Sustainability Club
• Kent Career Exploration and Development
• Kent Environmental Council
• Kent Parks & Recreation
• Kent State Construction Management Student Organization
• Kent State of Well-being
• Kent State Student Media
• ������ Office of Sustainabilty
• The Nature Conservancy
• Neuroscience Club
• NOPEC
• Northeast OH Regional Sewer District
• ODNR- Div of Natural Areas and Preserves
• Office of Global Education - Education Abroad
• Ohio EPA OSU EXTENSION -MASTER GARDENERS - 4-H - CAMP WHITEWOOD
• Portage County Recycling- PCSWMD
• Portage Park District
• Public Health Student Alliance
• RecWell Adventure Center
• Socially Responsible Sweatshop
• Spin Scooters
• SRVSS
• Students for a Democratic Society
• Students for Environmental Change
• Summit Metro Parks
• Undergraduate Student Government
• United Print Alliance
• University Culinary Services
• USDA-NRCS
• West Creek Conservancy
• Wick Poetry Center
• Zero Emission Vehicle, College of Aeronautics and Engineering
• FOOD TRUCKS: the green vegetarian, Erie Street Kitchen

Make a Reusable Beeswax Food Wrap!  
April 19 from noon - 1:00 P.M.
DI Hub Reactor 1st Floor
Hosted by Design Innovation

Stop by the DI Hub’s Reactor any time between noon and 1:00 to make your very own reusable cloth & beeswax food wrap.  Even small moments are manageable choices that make a difference in transforming our dependence on single use plastic.  So support the environment and keep your food fresher longer with this simple sustainable approach to daily life!  No special skills needed; process takes 10-15 minutes. Cost is $8.  Contact Sarah McMahon

DESIGN INNOVATION WORKSHOPS

Make a Reusable Beeswax Food Wrap!  
April 20 from noon - 1:00 P.M.
DI Hub Reactor 1st Floor
Hosted by Design Innovation

Stop by the DI Hub’s Reactor any time between noon and 1:00 to make your very own reusable cloth & beeswax food wrap.  Even small moments are manageable choices that make a difference in transforming our dependence on single use plastic.  So support the environment and keep your food fresher longer with this simple sustainable approach to daily life!  No special skills needed; process takes 10-15 minutes. Cost is $8.  Contact Sarah McMahon

DESIGN INNOVATION WORKSHOPS

Celebrate Earth Day!
April 20 from 1:00 P.M. - 3:00 P.M.
Center for Architecture & Design, Architecture Library Room 110E
Hosted by University Libraries

Drop by the Belden Brick Materials Library / Architecture Library to browse our extensive materials collection and learn more about the Materials Connexion database and uncover sustainable materials to help the planet. Also, stop by and take a free book for your personal library or to repurpose for a project.  Items are available while supplies last.  Refreshments will be served. For more information contact

Green Chemistry Speaker
April 20 from 5:00 P.M. - 6:30 P.M.
Williams Hall 111
Hosted by Student Affiliates for the American Chemical Society (SAACS) and the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry

Please join the SAACS (Student Affiliates for the American Chemical Society) and the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry in welcoming Green Chemist, Dr. Michael Young for a Wine & Cheese Colloquium. Dr. Young will be joining us from the University of Toledo to discuss how he uses green chemistry principles in his research at UT. For more information contact Kara Bennett

Kent Interhall Council Earth Day Fest
April 20 from 5:00 P.M. - 7:00 P.M.
Hosted by Kent Interhall Council

Enjoy some games and fun prizes in honor of Earth Day. For more info visit: instagram.com/kentinterhall/

Honoring Earth Day Give and Glow Ride
April 20 from 8:45 - 9:50 P.M.
Student Recreation and Wellness Center
Hosted by Student Recreation and Wellness Center

Help us celebrate Earth Day with this special Glow Spin ride, including a special gift. Team taught by a few of our amazing instructors, this class is meant to honor all that our earth provides and bring awareness to what we can do to help keep it healthy.

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Observing the Night Sky Clinic
April 20 from 8:30 P.M. - 10:00 P.M.
On the Kent Campus (Meet at the Student Recreation and Wellness Center)
Hosted by RecWell Adventure Center

What better way to celebrate Earth Day than to relax outdoors and enjoy the night sky.  We will point out stars and constellations while sharing constellation stories and astronomy facts.  For more information contact Chris Lukas

Make a Reusable Beeswax Food Wrap!  
April 20 from noon - 1:00 P.M.
DI Hub Reactor 1st Floor
Hosted by Design Innovation

Stop by the DI Hub’s Reactor any time between noon and 1:00 to make your very own reusable cloth & beeswax food wrap.  Even small moments are manageable choices that make a difference in transforming our dependence on single use plastic.  So support the environment and keep your food fresher longer with this simple sustainable approach to daily life!  No special skills needed; process takes 10-15 minutes. Cost is $8.  Contact Sarah McMahon

DESIGN INNOVATION WORKSHOPS

BioBlitz
April 21 
Kent Campus Battaglia area from 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Hosted by Environmental Science and Design Research Institute (ESDRI) and Center for Ecology and Natural Resource Sustainability (CENRS).

A 24-hour inventory of all things biological, and more, that takes place on one of KSU’s lesser-known properties.  Come work with an expert and get into the field to use citizen science to inventory and identify a variety of living things, such as insects, fish, terrestrial animals, and avian species. A water quality lab will also be conducted.  More events will coincide with this, as we plan to incorporate the arts. Appropriate for all ages and audiences, however, the property is not ADA-accessible.

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Park Volunteer Clean-Up
April 21 noon - 5:00 P.M.
Cuyahoga Valley National Park
Hosted by RecWell Adventure Center

What better way to celebrate Earth Day than to give back to the Earth? Join us in a volunteer event cleaning up trails at Cuyahoga Valley National Park as a way to give back to nature! Together, we can keep our beautiful backyard looking pristine! Transportation is provided. You will meet us at the Rec. Center. For more information contact Chris Lukas

Kent State East Liverpool Earth Day Environmental Justice Conference: “Cleaning Up Toxic Waste and Chemical Spills in Our Communities: Corporate and Government Responsibilities"
April 22 noon - 3:00 P.M.
Kent State East Liverpool Purinton Hall, located at 400 E. Fourth St.  It is open to the public and there will be an option to join the conference virtually.
Hosted by  Kent State East Liverpool Earth Day Environmental Justice Conference

The 2023 Kent State East Liverpool Earth Day Environmental Justice Conference will be held April 22 with the theme “Cleaning Up Toxic Waste and Chemical Spills in Our Communities: Corporate and Government Responsibilities.” The conference will be held from noon to 3 p.m. in Purinton Hall, located at 400 E. Fourth St.  It is open to the public and there will be an option to join the conference virtually. The event will highlight student research projects presented in written and poster formats that focus on a variety of environmental justice issues. Winners of the competition will be announced at the end of the conference.

• The keynote speaker for the conference is David Emerman, chief of Ohio’s Environmental Protection Agency’s Northeast District Office.
• Dr. Brad Bielski, interim dean and CAO of the East Liverpool Campus, will give an opening address followed by a presentation on the history of the Earth Day Conference.

Students wishing to enter the poster competitions can submit their posters the day of the conference or send them in advance to the Kent State East Liverpool Campus Earth Day Conference, attention Dr. Lydia Rose, 400 E. Fourth St., East Liverpool, Ohio, 43920.

Papers are due April 14 and should be submitted to .

The Earth Day Conference planning committee is chaired by Dr. Rose and members include Dr. Darryl Hancock, Dr. Qunxing Ding, Dr. Haiyan Zhu, Dr. Ali Erritouni, Dr. Eric D. Miller, Professor Francis Graham, Professor Daniel Dankovich, Professor Denise Harrison, Moneeka Pelley, Clayton Gellatly, Paula Butler and Jeff Christopher.

Any questions regarding the conference may be sent to Rose at lrose17@kent.edu.

Garlic Mustard Pull: Invasive Plant Removal
April 22  from noon - 1:00 P.M.
Lester A. Lefton Esplanade Trailhead at Summit East Parking Lot
Hosted by Masters in Environmental Biology graduate students

The Garlic Mustard Pull will allow participants to contribute to the enhancement of their natural environment by removing invasive species along one of the University's most utilized trails. We will be hand-pulling the invasive species Garlic Mustard along the Lester A. Lefton Esplanade. Bring your own garden gloves.

Earth Day Celebration at Kent State Stark
April 23 1:00 P.M. - 4:00 P.M.
Kent State Stark.  6000 Frank Ave. NW. North Canton OH 44720 Lots 106/107
Hosted by Kent State Stark Events

Free community event open to all, featuring Earth Day themed participants, interactive displays and activities, live music, pond tours and scavenger hunt. For more information contact StarkEvents@kent.edu

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Annual Fundraising Plant Sale
April 24 through April 28 daily 10:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M.
Herrick Conservatory Greenhouse
Hosted by Biological Sciences Herrick Conservatory; The Herrick Conservatory & Sustainability Club; and The Kent State Garden Club

Stop by and purchase plants grown in the Herrick Conservatory Greenhouse.

Kent State Farmers’ Market
April 25 4:00 P.M. - 7:00 P.M.
Kent Student Center Risman Plaza
Hosted by Kent State of Well-being and Haymaker Farmers’ Market

������ has partnered with Haymaker Farmers' Market to bring a farmer's market to the Kent Campus. The Kent State Farmers' Market provides students with opportunities to learn about the local farming community, select fresh produce and connect with the broader Kent community in addition to creating a community around food with a warm, friendly and fun environment. The market will include selling crafts (photography, prints, glass, fiber). The Kent State Farmers' Market is a perfect example of programming that exposes the university community to nutritious local foods, products, farms and agriculture. The collaborative project aligns perfectly with the mission of the Kent State of Well-being and highlights the eight dimensions of well-being framework promoted on our campus.

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Hike & (SPIN) Bike
April 28 3:00 P.M. - 6:00 P.M.
On the Kent Campus (Meet at the Student Recreation and Wellness Center)
Hosted by RecWell Adventure Center

Join us on a relaxing & educational hike & SPIN bike trip! We will meet at the SRWC and go on a short SPIN bike ride to Franklin Mills Riveredge, and then hike back to Kramer Fields. On the hike, we will share some basics on local flora & fauna, the environment, history, etc. Cost: $20, register in advance

Mindful Hike
April 29 2:00 P.M. - 4:30 P.M.
Meet on the Kent Campus (Meet at the Student Recreation and Wellness Center); Hike at Trail Lake Park
Hosted by RecWell Adventure Center and Kent State of Well-being

Love nature? Need to relax? Join us for our Hike & Meditation trip! The Adventure Center and Kent State of Well Being are partnering to offer this unique trip. We will head to a local park where we will spend time enjoying nature, hiking, and practicing mindfulness. Cost: $10, register in advance

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Earth Month 2023 Digital Screens

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2023 Book Club Posters

Earth Fest 2023 Digital Screens

Speaker Panel Digital Screens

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2023 NON-KSU EARTH MONTH EVENTS OF INTEREST

National Wildlife Federation's EcoCareers Summit Series 2023

The NWF EcoCareers Summit Series prepares students and young professionals for wildlife and sustainability careers by providing information on the latest EcoCareer trends from leading analysts and employers, clarifying career-enhancing credentials and academic offerings, and formulating a better understanding of the competencies employers seek in the green sector.

The Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education

For more events visit AASHE, the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education. Kent State is an AASHE member. To access member-only resources, create an account using your kent.edu e-mail address.

ONLINE: Digital Earth Day
April
Hosted by EARTHDAY.ORG

EARTHDAY.ORG is the global organizer of Earth Day. EARTHDAY.ORG’s theme for Earth Day 2023 is Invest In Our Planet. The global conversation will be unified and tracked by the shared hashtags #InvestInOurPlanet.

Sustainable Cleveland Events

Cleveland Museum of Natural History Events

Cuyahoga Valley National Park Events

Earth Optimism by Smithsonian Conservation Commons

Environmental Education Council of Ohio Events

Green Energy Ohio Events

Holden Forests and Gardens Events

Kent Environmental Council Events

Ohio Chapter: Sierra Club Events

Ohio Department of Natural Resources Events

Ohio Environmental Council Events

Ohio Environmental Professionals Network Events

Ohio Native Plant Month Events

Ohio Sea Grant Events

Portage Soil and Water Conservation District Events

Portage Park District Events

Environmental Film Festival in the Nation's Capital: 30th Anniversary
March 17-27

The Environmental Film Festival in the Nation's Capital celebrates Earth Day and many of the screenings are free. The Environmental Film Festival in the Nation’s Capital is the world’s premier showcase of environmentally themed films. Since 1993 our mission has been to celebrate Earth and inspire understanding and stewardship of the environment through the power of film.

Ohio Wildlife Student Research Symposium
April 13 from 9:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M.
Deer Creek State Lodge, part of the Annual EECO Conference

Join high school students and teachers from around Ohio as they present their wildlife and habitat research projects in this symposium for high school students. Full Day Registration - $40 (includes lunch); Student Registration - FREE (includes lunch). Please see the agenda online at

Environmental Education Council of Ohio: Annual Conference
April 13-16
Deer Creek State Park Lodge & Conference Center – 22300 State Park Road, 20 Mt Sterling, OH 43143

The 56th Anniversary of the Environmental Education Council of Ohio Annual Conference.

EPN (Environmental Professionals Network) Signature Earth Day Event - Art, Agriculture, and Advancing the Relationship of Black People on Land
April 19 at 6 PM- 7:15PM
The Fawcett Center at Ohio State

Join us for this free public event in-person at The Fawcett Center in Columbus or virtually through an EPN livestream production.

Environmental Justice Speaker Series - Sierra Club OH
April 20 at noon
Online

The Ohio Environmental Justice Speaker Series is an opportunity to hear from some of the most forward-thinking minds about EJ issues.

Cleveland Museum of Natural History Earth Day Community Day
Apil 23 from 10AM - 5PM

Join the Cleveland Museum of Natural History for an Earth Day celebration! Guests will have the opportunity to meet with representatives from local organizations that are working to protect and preserve our natural resources by building connections in our communities. 

National Park Service: National Park Week
April 22-30

Join us celebrating National Park Week 2023 from April 22 to 30! Every April, during the  National Park Week, we join with the , the official charity of America's national parks, to celebrate America's treasures. National Park Week is a time to explore amazing places, discover stories of history and culture, help out, and .

Lake Metroparks Earth Day
April 23 12:00 P.M. - 4:00 P.M.

City Nature Challenge 2023: Cleveland, Akron, Canton
April 28, 2023

Join the City Nature Challenge in celebrating and documenting the plants and animals that call our communities home. City Nature Challenge encourages all our community members to embrace the healing power of nature and to collaborate in sharing what we see in nearby natural areas.

Portage County Habitat for Humanity Restore Recycle Extravaganza
May 17 from 5-8pm
1510 S Water Street Kent

Dispose of electronics, latex paint, American flags, and more! Shred all your confidential and legal documents

HISTORY OF EARTH DAY AT KENT STATE UNIVERSITY

Celebrating the anniversary of the first Earth Day, April 22, 1970. "More than 20 million Americans participated in one of the largest grassroots community service movements in our history during the first Earth Day in 1970. Earth Day is now celebrated every year by almost 1 billion people worldwide." - 

In 1970, Earth Day founder U.S. Sen. Gaylord Nelson came up with the idea for a national teach-in day to focus on the environment. April 22, 1970, was the date selected because it fell between spring break and final exams. In April 1970, ������, along with other colleges and universities across the nation, participated in the national environmental teach-in known as "Earth Day." Kent State hosted a series of events on campus known as "Think Week" in 1970, including having Stewart Udall, former Secretary of Interior, and Ralph Nader, environmental advocate and consumer champion, speak on campus.

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"Kent State Earth Fest promotes sustainability" by Makenna Brumbaugh, Kent Wired April 10, 2019

Would you like to add your department or organization's event to ������ Earth Month webpage? Email sustainability@kent.edu