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Western's Sustainability Engagement Institute (SEI) develops educational opportunities and systems-change for a more sustainable, just future. 

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Fall 2026 Sustainability Course List now available!

What's New

WWU Students grow thousands of pounds of veggies at City Sprouts Farm in the Birchwood neighborhood.

Earth Week kicks off April 20 with weeklong celebration on and around WWU

Celebrating Native American Heritage Month

Supporting Student Well-Being: Free Health Supplies and Grad Support Space Available

Western supporting our neighbors: SNAP program changes

RISE program in WWU’s College of the Environment gives undergrads valuable research opportunities

What's a Zipcar and how can I use it?

WWU alumnus leaves the University a legacy of sustainability in the Methow

In Salish Sea Institute’s most recent EI paper, Chloe Robinson writes about the insufficient protections afforded whales and their prey in the Salish Sea.

A Spectrum of Inclusion: Climate and Environmental Justice Teaching in a Technical Context

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Events

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Food Drive for WHOLE Pantry

Food items in a fridge located at the WWU WHOLE food pantry
May 15 2026
April 18-May 15 - Donation bins will be located in each residence hall community

Universal Design Workshop

Cold morning overhead view of Western Washington University.
May 22 2026
VU 462

SMaC: Sound Mapping Sessions

SMaC Event Poster
May 30 2027
Meet at Wade King Rec Center Sign