With the Fall Semester in full swing, the ASCP has several upcoming events and opportunities available to students, faculty, and staff. Keep scrolling to learn more! |
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Please welcome our newest team members! Learn more about their roles at the ASCP on our Team Page. |
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End-of-Season Garden Potluck |
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Happy Fall from the ASCP and Auraria Garden Leadership Committee! As the garden is winding down for the season, the Garden Leadership Committee is hosting an end-of-season get-together on Friday, October 16, from 11 am to 1 pm. This will be potluck style, so please sign up to bring something to share with everyone. |
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Auraria Hunger & Homelessness Awareness Week |
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November 16 - November 18, 2026 10 am - 2 pm Located in the Tivoli Student Union Turnhalle Save the date for this year's Auraria Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week (AHHA)! This annual event takes place to help destigmatize hunger and homelessness on campus. There will be helpful resources on campus and around Denver to help with food and housing insecurity. Across the 3 days of programming, there will be events and opportunities such as free food, free clothing, workshops, panels, and more! Interested in participating by tabling, presenting, or donating resources? Contact caroline.hausler@ahec.edu to learn about ways to support AHHA. |
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Fall Environmental Justice Book Club |
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The 13th installment of the Environmental Justice Zoom Book Club (EJZBC) is here! The book club will convene for 4 75-minute sessions on Zoom, every other Wednesday starting September 30 and ending November 4. There is no requirement to have any past knowledge of environmental justice, just a willingness to learn and engage. Even if you're not sure you can join more than 1 or 2 sessions, or if you have missed the first sessions, you are encouraged to lead with learning and participate at your own level. With all that said, the Fall 2026 book is: Restoring the Pitchfork Ranch: How Healing a Southwest Oasis Holds Promise for our Endangered Land by A. Thomas Cole. The book not only helps answer the question of "what can I do," per Bill McKibben; but it also provides a story of restoration. The book is available as an e-book at Auraria Library and is available for checkout at Denver Public Library. |
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For this month’s Burning Question, a student wondered: How does the Auraria Sustainable Campus Program (ASCP) feel about all the grass on campus? What are some better, more sustainable options? Check out our blog post using the link below to learn about turfgrass on campus and sustainable alternatives! |
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The ASCP is hiring for a part-time Compost Operations Student Associate! Learn more about the position and how to apply using the link below. |
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Waste Characterization Study Recap |
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This September, the ASCP conducted the second and final round of its Waste Characterization Study in collaboration with Diversion Designers. The ASCP received a grant from Colorado Circular Communities Enterprise (C3) to conduct the study. Over the course of the month, staff worked hard to collect samples of campus waste from buildings. Those samples were then taken to the sorting area, and each bag of trash and recycling was hand sorted by a team of hard workers and volunteers. Waste was organized by material into over 50 different categories ranging from aluminum cans to certified compostable plastic service ware to batteries. Each category of material was weighed and recorded to use in the upcoming analysis stage. This study will help the ASCP better understand the state of waste streams diversion on campus by providing rich, detailed data to guide programs, policies, and actions. By studying the types of waste from each building, the ASCP can find patterns of potential gaps in education and diversion programs. Ultimately, an up-close look at your trash can tell you a lot! Stay posted for more details and conclusions as the study is ongoing. |
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Ultra-Low Temperature Freezer Subsidy Program |
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The Auraria Sustainable Campus Program (ASCP) is excited to announce the official launch of the Ultra-Low Temperature (ULT) Freezer Subsidy Program through our Green Labs program. Please help us spread the word by sharing this email with your department and colleagues. Ultra-low temperature freezers are among the most energy-intensive pieces of equipment found in research laboratories. To promote energy efficiency, the ASCP is now offering subsidies of up to $3,500 per ULT freezer to assist laboratories in purchasing qualifying high-efficiency ULT freezers. These freezers can reduce energy consumption by up to 70% compared to conventional models, helping to lower costs while reducing campus emissions. The subsidy program is open to all institutions across campus. Priority will be given to laboratories replacing older ULT freezers, though requests for new freezer capacity with demonstrated need are also encouraged to apply. Applications will be accepted during two funding cycles each year: - Fall: September 17 – October 30 (Awards announced November 7)
- Winter: January 18 – February 28 (Awards announced March 7)
To learn more about eligibility requirements, the application process, and qualifying equipment, please click the link below. If you have any questions, please reach out to greenlabs@ahec.edu. |
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The Free Store helps divert items from the landfill, giving them a second life and making them accessible to the Auraria campus community. Store items include feminine and masculine clothing items of all kinds, shoes, school supplies, furniture, and more! Free Store Hours: Monday - Thursday, 10 am from 3 pm Located in Tivoli 346 |
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Download the Share Meals App |
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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. |
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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! |
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