Saint Michael's College

POSTPONED - Living Laudato Si: Climate Literacy through The Lenses of Vulnerability & Inclusion
2026-02-10 17:00 - 18:30 (America/New_York) | Cheray Science Hall, VT
The 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. New date TBD

Care for Our Common Home Lecture: Understanding Climate Tipping Points (Rescheduled Date!)
2026-02-19 17:00 - 18:00 | Cheray Science Hall, VT
The 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 at 5:00 pm in Cheray 111.
In case of inclement weather, the talk will take place online via Zoom at: https://smcvt.zoom.us/j/94092153805?pwd=[REDACTED]
This is the rescheduled date of the previously postponed lecture due to the weather.

Proctor Maple Research Center Site Visit
2026-03-04 12:00 - 16:00 | Institute for the Environment, Saint Edmund’s Hall
Join 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 the Environment (STE119) at 12pm — buses will leave shortly after. The site visit will be from 1-3pm — buses will return back to SMC around 4pm.
Click the link to express interest in attending the trip, 30 people maximum: https://forms.clickup.com/9006078693/f/8ccvpq5-27014/ONH2UL7IOE3LPNHNEE
You must reply to the interest form to attend the trip! The Institute for the Environment will be in touch with attendees closer to the event with more details!

Climate Conversation: Film Screening & Discussion
2026-03-26 16:00 - 18:30 | Institute for the Environment, Saint Edmund’s Hall
We 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)

Earth Month Mindfulness w/ Be Well
2026-04-10 13:00 - 14:00 | The Farm
Join 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 to help you slow down and connect with nature. All are welcome.. Modifications will be offered to meet the needs of mind and body. Hosted by: SMC Counseling Intern, Greg Hufford.

Environmental Olympics @ Earth Fest
2026-04-19 12:00 - 15:00 | 300’s Field
Compete 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 challenges. Be sure to stop by during Green Up’s Earth Fest in the 300’s Field! Winners will be awarded prizes!

Eco-Zine Workshop
2026-04-20 10:30 - 12:30 | Lobby, Alliot Student Center
Stop 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 own mini zine—no experience needed.

Bees & Trees
2026-04-22 15:30 - 17:00
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.

Good Afternoon Garden
2026-04-23 15:30 - 17:00 | Teaching Gardens
Join 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.

Earth Day Salad Day
2026-04-24 14:00 - 17:00 | The Farm at Saint Michael’s College, One Winooski Park, Colchester, VT, 05439, United States
Join 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.

Ditch The Dumpster 2026
2026-05-04 08:00 - 2026-05-06 17:00 | Lawn, Alumni Hall
Ditch the Dumpster is a campus sustainability initiative designed to reduce move-out waste by collecting usable items that might otherwise be thrown away. Donated items are sorted for reuse, donation, and responsible recycling to keep materials out of the landfill and support the local community.
Students can drop off items May 4, 5, and 6 from 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM at the Edmundite Parking Lot (Connected to the Dion/Alliot Parking Lot).
We accept gently used items including: furniture, electronics, school supplies, non-perishable food, unused personal care items, small appliances, and clothing.
