Be well by cultivating and enjoying a way of life that is in harmony with and minimizes harm to the natural and built environments to optimize health.
Activities to Improve Environmental Wellness
Be Well with Self-Care
- Learn about air and water quality, along with household environmental hazards
- Learn what is and isn’t recyclable on campus
- Plant native! Whether you have a yard with a garden or just a patio, support the local ecosystem and pollinators
- Compost your food waste into a free Panther Pail
- Buy second-hand and follow the UWM Surplus page
- Learn about climate grief and anxiety and how to manage symptoms
Be Well in Community
- Take a hike! Go on UWM’s Green Infrastructure self-guided tour or a trip with Outdoor Pursuits
- Join an eco-friendly campus organization
- Check out local environmental organizations for events, workshops, and volunteering opportunities
- Volunteer with the UWM Office of Sustainability
Be Well with Professional Support
- Have an idea to make UWM more eco-friendly? Apply to the UWM Green Fund to turn your idea into reality!