January Happenings 

at the ASCP!

The Auraria Sustainable Campus Program is hiring a compost operations student associate. The main duties the position focuses on are hauling compostable materials via electric tricycles, sorting to remove contamination, and processing compostable products using a state-of-the-art in-vessel digester. For more information on how to apply, click the button below and navigate to “Compost Operations Student Associate.” 📅 Apply today and help us create a better tomorrow!

The Auraria Campus is looking for a talented Sustainability Coordinator to join the Auraria Sustainability Campus Program (ASCP) to develop and execute a robust Education and Outreach plan, assist the Director of Sustainability with annual Greenhouse Gas Inventory requirements, manage and develop the student employees, facilitate opportunities for further student involvement, and otherwise expand the capacity of the ASCP. This position will also play a role in project research, various areas of strategic planning, and in developing proposals.

Aya stated, “I feel so lucky to have worked on the ASCP’s social media and marketing alongside some incredible human beings who are coworkers and my friends. I’m very grateful for the opportunity the ASCP has given me. I have learned so much about marketing, sustainability, and friendship! I will miss this place!”

 

You'll be deeply missed, Aya!

Lili's role in the ASCP involved helping with the compost operations. Lili is hardworking and always came to work with a smile and passion. We want to acknowledge her contribution to our team as she embarks on the next chapter of her life.

 

Farewell, Lili!

We have volunteer opportunities and exciting events to share with you. Keep scrolling to learn about upcoming ASCP events and happenings on campus.

Our initial run of Commutrics was a success! Over 70% of commuters used public transportation. This amounts to over 10,000 trips in the form of bicycling, riding the light rail/bus, carpooling, etc. Of the 500 students who used the app, carbon emissions were 73% lower than if everyone had driven alone. In addition, these users experienced lowered commute costs by about 62%. You can contribute to this experience next semester. Learn more about the spring semester in the graphic below.

Commutrics is an application that rewards its users for reporting how they commute. You can earn incentives to report these statistics. The more sustainably you commute, the higher the reward! If you are a student, please download the app and join today using your student email.

Our 10th annual Auraria Hunger and Awareness Week (AHHA) was successful. Over 458 attendees showed up, making this one of our most successful years. AHHA had plenty of opportunities for learning and outreach. During the event, we were able to host 458 attendees across three days. We gave away 26 free haircuts. We gave away 208 grocery bags and 150 cupcakes. We also collected over 40 jackets and blankets. We had 25 partners, and we gave away over 250 warm meals. Our average workshop had an average of 15 participants. The local news also came to visit. Thank you to everyone who came! Your support makes a difference in our community.

 

Thanks to our committee who made AHHA possible. This includes MSU CMEI, MSU Student Care Center, MSU SCORCares, the Health Center at Auraria, Rowdy's Corner, Auraria Recovery Community, CCD SPARC, CCD Care Center, CU Student Life, CU Denver Single Stop, CU, and Denver Milo's Market.

The ASCP Free Store is OPEN!

 

Visit and shop through our selection at the Free Store. We have clothing, school supplies, appliances, shelving, and household items for free!

 

When: Every Monday - Thursday, from 10 am to 3 pm

Where: Tivoli 346

 

See you there!

Join us in our fight against hunger and food waste on campus by using the Share Meals app! Sign up to see which events around campus have food that will be available to community members. You can find free food nearby through Share Meals; see how much is available and how long it’s up for grabs. The app also has a list of centers across campus where students can find free food, personal care items, and other helpful resources. Sign up today by downloading the app on your phone or by using the web version!

 

Click here or the image above to be navigated to our webpage for more information and to get started. 

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Interested in how we all help to reduce Auraria's ecological impact 

and dependence on fossil fuels? Check out our team page!