Food Week 2019 on the theme "Reclaiming Foodways"

October 16 is World Food Day, a collective action to promote worldwide awareness and action for those who suffer from hunger and for the need to ensure healthy diets for everyone, everywhere. At WashU, October 16 is only the kickoff of a week-long event series, programs and activities revolving around the theme of “Reclaiming Foodways”. Today’s globalized and industrial food system has led to a growing disconnection between consumers and the food we eat. Where and how was it produced, what are its cultural and social roots, who contributed to bringing this food to my plate? For Food Week, WashU students, faculty and staff have partnered with a number of community organizations to bring these conversations to campus and help us reconnect with the food we eat. More >>

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Harvest Festival at the Farmers' Market
Thursday, October 17, 10a - 2p
Hope Plaza, WUSM
In addition to the weekly farmers’ market, connect with local organizations and learn how to take action in your community More >>
Foraging Workshop with Stan Braude
Monday, October 21, 3p - 4p
Meet at on-campus farm Burning Kumquat
A walk around campus to identify edible trees, bushes and greens including pecans, pawpaw, plantain, service berry, and much more! More >>
Photo Exhibition Opening Reception
Tuesday, October 22, 6:30p - 7:30p
Steinberg Hall Gallery
“Innovation, Access, and Equality: Examining the Food Landscape in St. Louis” will run through October 31. Local food provided! More >>
Danforth Campus Harvest Festival
Thursday, October 24, 3p - 5p
Edison Courtyard outside of the DUC
Celebrate fall with local farmers, games, skillshare activities, free food, seeds, campus groups, live music, and more! More >>
The Future of Food Production
Friday, October 18, 12a - 1p
Seigle Hall, 208
A lecture from the Agrifood Workshop series focusing on learning processes among alternative farmers and robotic dairies. More >>
Known & Grown Farmers Panel
Tuesday, October 22, 5:10p - 6:30p
Steinberg Auditorium
Local farmers certified “Known & Grown” will discuss their practices and share their stories. Followed by a reception with local food. More>>
"Right to Harm" Movie Screening
Wednesday, October 23, 6p - 8p
College Hall, South 40 (Risa's Commons)
Award-wining documentary that exposes the public health impact of concentrated animal feeding operations (CAFOs). More>>
Keynote: African American Land Ethic
Thursday, October 24, 7p - 8p | Brown Lounge
Ebonie Alexander, executive director of Black Family Land Trust, will deliver the keynote lecture focused on the “Intersection of Conservation, Environmental Justice and Protection”. More>>
Carbon Neutral Climate Dialogue
Date: October 22, 6:30p - 9p
Location: Hillman Hall’s Clark-Fox Forum
The City of St. Louis, WashU and POCACITO (Post Carbon Cities of Tomorrow) are hosting a dialogue with sustainability experts coming from the EU to discuss Climate Justice, Carbon Neutrality and Net Zero Energy. More >>
Arbor Tour: 10th Anniversary
October 29 and 31, multiple locations
Self-guided group tours, as well as a tour with the campus arborist, are on the menu of special events curated to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Arbor Tour. Save the date! More >>
Annual Tree Planting Day
November 7, 1p - 3p, Whittemore House
Learn tree planting techniques while contributing to a meaningful landscape restoration project alongside WashU's arboriculture experts. Hot beverage and sweet treats provided! More >>
Grow Solar Power Hour at WashU
October 23, 6p - 7p, Schnuck Pavilion, 202
Grow Solar STL, the group-purchasing program for residential solar, surpassed the benchmark of 50 kilowatts of collective solar capacity, resulting in a 1% price reduction for all participants! “Solar Power Hours” will be held throughout the region until the end of the month. More >>
Rheaply Launch Party
November 7, 11:30 - 1p, Jubel Hall, 121
Rheaply is the new Surplus Exchange Platform for internal circulation of unwantd items at WashU. Come for a demonstration and to learn more about the applications of this tool. More >>
Recycling Genius Training
Date: November 20, 12 - 12:45p
Location: Schnuck Pavilion, room 202
A brief, yet in-depth, training on what can be recycled and composted and why. You'll officially become a Recycling Genius! 
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Climate Change Program Coordinator
The WashU Climate Change Program is seeking a coordinator to support the outreach, curriculum and research goals with a focus on vision of a ‘climate across the curriculum’ program in high schools. Job number: 45564. More>>
USGBC-MO Outreach Coordinator
USGBC-Missouri Gateway Chapter is hiring for a Volunteer & Outreach Coordinator to support its volunteer engagement, manage communication and social media and supports benchmarking and energy efficiency work. More>>
Policy and Outreach Organizer 
Renew Missouri is seeking a Policy and Outreach Organizer to support its St. Louis Regional Director in efforts to promote the benefits of renewable energy and energy efficiency policy throughout the St. Louis region. More>>
Keeling Curve Prize Research Analyst
Research analysts are needed to review the 2020 prize round. The Keeling Curve Prize recognizes the most promising projects that reduce greenhouse gas emissions or increase carbon uptake. Apply by Nov 1More>>
Clinton Global Initiative University
Participate in a year-round program that includes access to social impact curriculum; funding streams; and events, including an invitation to the annual meeting at the University of Edinburgh in Edinburgh, Scotland. Apply by Nov 4More>>
Bring Solar Home with Grow Solar
Homeowners in St. Louis, Maplewood, Clayton, Richmond Heights, and UCity may participate in a pilot program to make solar installations more affordable by pool buying power. Start by attending one of the many info sessions. More>>
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