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Butler University Office of Sustainability

The Office of Sustainability plays a central role in advancing and tracking environmental stewardship at Butler.

We empower all students, faculty, and staff and our broader community to participate in Butler’s commitment to environmental stewardship and making a meaningful difference in the face of climate change. Our mission is to advance Butler University’s academic mission and strategic vision by identifying and implementing data-informed sustainability initiatives that are fiscally responsible, promote b

ehavior change, create innovative educational experiences, and enhance our campus’ pursuit of environmental and social well-being. Through this mission we aim to exemplify The Butler Way and inspire our community, institution, and the next generation of leaders to become change makers for environmental, social, and economic well-being.

05/09/2026

Congrats to all the dawgs graduating this weekend and a special congratulations to our Class of 2026 Green Grads!!🎉🎓

04/28/2026

Move-out is upon us! As you go through your belongings, keep what you need, donate what you can, recycle what’s accepted, and trash anything that can’t be disposed of any other way.

By practicing proper disposal during move-out, you can reduce waste sent to landfill, give items a second life, and give back to our Indy community.

04/24/2026

Special shoutout to our Campus Sustainability: Waste Reduction Intern, Lydia Verbrugge! Last week, Lydia was awarded the Student Employee of the Year Award for the AMAZING work she has done to advance sustainability and waste reduction initiatives at Butler. Thank you, Lydia for all you do!

04/22/2026

Happy Earth Day 🌎 🌱

Thank you for contributing to a more sustainable today and tomorrow!

04/08/2026

The Butler Office of Sustainability invites students, faculty, and staff to attend our upcoming Sustainability Professionals Panel on Friday, April 10, 2026, from 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM in Levinson Family Hall, Room 123.

This dynamic panel will feature professionals from a wide range of fields, showcasing the many pathways to a career in sustainability. Whether your interests lie in public health, law, city government, business, or beyond, this conversation will highlight how sustainability can be integrated into any career path. Join us to hear from local professionals, gain valuable insights, expand your network and earn BCR credit before the end of the semester! Swipe right to learn more about our 2026 panelists!

04/07/2026

Earth day is celebrated on April 22, but at Butler, we celebrate our Earth all month long!

Throughout April, we’ll explore a wide range of sustainability topics and deepen our commitment to environmental education, wellness, and hands-on stewardship of our planet!

Swipe to see how you can get involved this Earth Month, and continue making an impact well beyond April! 🌱🌸🌎

04/06/2026

We are excited to be hosting a tour of Holcomb Gardens as a part of Summer Spark Week at Butler University this June!

Come learn something new, meet great people, and spend a day (or the whole week!) exploring topics that spark your curiosity!

Learn more at: butler.edu/summersparkweek
Register today: bit.ly/BLLCSSW

Hope to see you there!!🌱🌸

03/17/2026

It’s that time again! Butler is now recruiting interns for Fall 2026!

Looking for hands on experience that helps you make an impact, get paid, and potentially fulfill your internship requirement? We’ve got you covered.

Explore opportunities through the Butler Office of Sustainability, whether you’re interested in working with campus partners or engaging directly with communities across Indianapolis. From waste reduction and urban farming to community development, small business support, and conservation-there’s a role for you.

💼 Paid + for credit opportunities 📲 Apply on the Butler Student Careers site 📄 Don’t forget to upload your resume and cover letter

⏰ Applications close Friday, April 10—don’t wait! Applications accepted on a rolling basis until the deadline.

03/09/2026

This Saturday, March 14, bring your electronic waste to Butler for our Community drive-through e-waste collection! 🔌

In partnership with Tech Recyclers, we are offering a free, easy, and safe way for members of our Indianapolis community to dispose of electronic waste. Our team will unload your car and sort your electronics for recycling. 💻📱⌨️📷💾🖥️⌚️

Help us keep hazardous materials out of landfills and promote a cleaner, safer environment for our community!

03/06/2026

During Dine-In Day, 92% of the Butler community chose to dine in instead of taking their food to-go. Choosing to dine in helps reduce single-use packaging, gets your food scraps composted, and cuts down on food-related waste across campus.

Not only does dining in help Butler get closer to our Zero Waste by 2030 goal, it also creates space to slow down, share a meal, and connect with the Butler community.

Out of 2,040 guests, only 151 guests took their meals to-go—that’s just 7%! And of those who did take food to-go (because sometimes we have places to be), 100% used Blue-To-Go containers. Proof that even when you’re in a rush, you can still make sustainable choices.

Together, we did it! But you don’t need Dine-In Day to choose to eat in. When you return from Spring Break, let’s keep the momentum going—help Butler reach our sustainability goals and continue building the community we aspire to be.

Address

4600 Sunset Avenue
Indianapolis, IN
46208

Telephone

+13179406506

Website

https://linktr.ee/butlersustainability

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