Branching Out Symposium
The Leahy Institute for Environment is hosting the inaugural Branching Out Symposium—an evening of presentations and celebration focused on Teaching, Learning, and Leadership in, for, and about the environment. The […]
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Events Calendar
The Patrick '61 and Marcelle Leahy Institute for the Environment
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Care for Our Common Home Lecture: Understanding Climate Tipping Points
Cheray Science Hall VTJoin us on Tuesday, February 3rd at 5:00 p.m. in Cheray 111, as we open the Care for Our Common Home Speaker Series with a talk that lays the foundation for understanding the climate challenges shaping our shared future. This kickoff event explores the climate impacts already affecting communities worldwide and here in Vermont—from extreme rainfall and flooding to shifting […]
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POSTPONED – Living Laudato Si: Climate Literacy through The Lenses of Vulnerability & Inclusion
Cheray Science Hall VTThe second event in the "Care for Our Common Home" Lecture Series - This lecture from Dr. Lesley-Ann Dupigny-Giroux, Distinguished Professor at the University of Vermont & Vermont State Climatologist, explores inclusive approaches to climate change education that center human and geographic vulnerability and draw on diverse ways of knowing. Postponed due to weather advisory. […]
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Care for Our Common Home Lecture: Understanding Climate Tipping Points (Rescheduled Date!)
Cheray Science Hall VTThe second event in the “Care for Our Common Home” Lecture Series – This lecture from Dr. Lesley-Ann Dupigny-Giroux, Distinguished Professor at the University of Vermont & Vermont State Climatologist, explores inclusive approaches to climate change education that center human and geographic vulnerability and draw on diverse ways of knowing. The talk will take place […]
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Proctor Maple Research Center Site Visit
Institute for the Environment, Saint Edmund’s HallJoin Institute for the Environment staff for a tour of the oldest maple research center in the world, in Underhill, VT. March 4th, 2026 | Meet in the Institute for […]
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Climate Conversation: Film Screening & Discussion
Institute for the Environment, Saint Edmund’s HallWe invite you to a climate-focused film screening and facilitated discussion, with Environmental Studies & Science Professors, Trevien Stanger and Alexandra Harden, and Anthropology & Sociology Professor, Jason Hirsch, exploring how climate change is shaping lives, landscapes, and shared responsibility. March 26th, 2026 | 4:00-6:30pm | The Institute for the Environment (STE119)
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Earth Month Mindfulness w/ Be Well
The FarmJoin us (April 10th, April 17th, and April 24th from 1:00-2:00pm) on the Farm at SMC for guided, nature-based mindfulness meditation. Sessions include seated meditation, mindful movement, and other practices […]
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Environmental Olympics @ Earth Fest
300’s FieldCompete in the ENVIRONMENTAL OLYMPICS on Sunday, April 19th at 12:00pm! Bring a team or just yourself. Take part in a classic field day competition, including relay races and outdoor […]
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Eco-Zine Workshop
Lobby, Alliot Student CenterStop by our Eco-Zine Craft Workshop in the Alliot Lobby from 10:30am-12:30pm on April 20th, and make a fun, nature-inspired creation! Use sustainable materials to collage, draw, and create your […]
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Bees & Trees
Join the Ecological Restoration Crew in welcoming Spring at the tree nursery and pollinator garden (inbetween Alliot & Joyce)! Enjoy the fresh air as we prune, mulch, and celebrate the bees & trees with birch beer and honey lemonade! All SMC community members are welcome.
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Good Afternoon Garden
Teaching GardensJoin the Ecological Restoration Crew in welcoming new growth to the Teaching Gardens! Enjoy the fresh air as we plant flowers, mulch, and celebrate Spring! All SMC community members are welcome.
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Earth Day Salad Day
The Farm at Saint Michael's College One Winooski Park, Colchester, VT, United StatesJoin us on the Farm at SMC for an EARTH DAY Salad Day! Transplant onions with the farm crew from 2:00-4:00pm, and enjoy a free community salad meal from 4:00pm-5:00pm. All SMC community members are welcome.