COLUMBUS, Miss. – Mississippi University for Women is organizing events April 23-27 to celebrate Earth Day and to support campus sustainability projects.

On Monday, April 23, a Recycle Kickoff is planned. Labels will be placed on recycling bins that are already on campus to encourage people to recycle. 

A campus-wide cleanup is set for Wednesday, April 25. Students, faculty and staff are encouraged to participate in cleanup projects such as collecting litter, power washing and planting trees from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

On Friday, April 27, the campus community is encouraged to turn off lights during the lunch hour.

“The goal for this year’s Earth Day is to bring awareness to our campus sustainability projects, particularly our recycling program. We also know that facilities does a great job to keep our campus beautiful; however, this is an opportunity for everyone to get involved. If they see trash on the ground, pick it up,” said Andrew Moneymaker, director of Housing and Residence Life.

Worldwide, Earth Day is celebrated Saturday, April 22. On this day, W students will be encouraged to go outside and enjoy nature.

More information about Earth Day activities and the Sustainability Committee is available at: http://www.muw.edu/green.