About the Program
The Sustainability Ambassadors program is a partnership between University Housing and the Office of Sustainability to build a culture of sustainability among UNL’s residential student population.
As peer-to-peer educators, Sustainability Ambassadors share about the importance of sustainability, how UNL demonstrates its commitment to sustainability, and how fellow students can make a difference by integrating sustainability into the culture of living on UNL's campus.
Get Connected
Students can reach out to the Sustainability Ambassadors with general sustainability questions, ideas for new events, and requests for event consultation and outreach support!
Meet the Sustainability Ambassadors
Upcoming Events
Past Events
Sustainability Fest
The Sustainability Ambassadors host Sustainability Fest annually to celebrate Campus Sustainability Month! The event series focuses on highlighting campus sustainability initiatives, sharing resources, connecting community members, and encouraging sustainable habits! From sunset yoga with Campus Recreation to a sustainable food tasting event with local vendors, there is a way for everybody to get involved.
Blooming Into Spring
The Sustainability Ambassadors hosted an event where they gave away plants to students grown by the UNL Horticulture Club!
Sustainable Thrift Pop-Up
The Sustainability Ambassadors hosted the Sustainable Thrift Pop-Up event which featured local second-hand and vintage clothing vendors. Supporting local businesses and shopping second-hand are two great ways to incorporate sustainability into your life (and save money)!
Watch the Event Recap
Sustainability Trivia
The Sustainability Ambassadors hosted a Sustainability Trivia night where students competed to answer recycling-related questions and earn dining dollars provided by University Housing and Dining.
America Recycles Day Panel
UNL’s Sustainability Ambassadors hosted an America Recycles Day Panel on Friday, November 15th, 2024. This event featured several panelists who provided valuable insights into waste management and recycling:
Troy Davis: Operations Director for Refuse and Waste Management.
Kim Morrow: Chief Sustainability Officer of the City of Lincoln.
Brittney Wees: Sustainability Coordinator for Lincoln Public Schools.
Madeline Yeatts: A Sustainability Coordinator at UNL’s Office of Sustainability.
Trash to Art Competition
Students were challenged to make art out of waste items!
