Office of Sustainability and the Environment

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Solving Grand Challenges

Balancing human and environmental wellbeing.

Welcome to the Office of Sustainability and the Environment (OSE)

The OSE serves as a central resource for integrating sustainability into the University of Iowa’s operations, academics, research, and community engagement. Through collaborative partnerships, innovative initiatives, and educational opportunities, the OSE connects the campus community and empowers Hawkeyes to make informed decisions that drive meaningful, lasting impact.

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Search sustainability-related majors, minors, certificates, and research centers

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Add a Sustainability Certificate to Any Major

Give your resume a competitive edge with practical, future-focused skills employees are looking for

Take a Sustainability focused Course

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News

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Iowa Flood Center Offers New Classroom Resources

Thursday, February 12, 2026

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Iowa Debuts New School of Earth, Environment, and Sustainability

Tuesday, January 27, 2026

First UI Lab Group Earns 'My Green Lab' Certification

Monday, December 15, 2025

Events

Environmental Engineering and Science Graduate Seminar

Friday, March 6, 2026 1:30pm to 2:20pm

Seamans Center

Nancy-Jeanne LeFevre, Director of Sustainability Services, Locus Environmental, will be presenting, Greenhouse Gas and Clean Fuels Programs: Origins and Implementation.

Opening Reception | Spring 2026 Exhibitions

Friday, March 6, 2026 5:00pm to 8:00pm

Stanley Museum of Art

The Stanley welcomes visitors to a grand opening reception during the Spring Gallery Walk. Join us to celebrate the opening of two new exhibitions, The Black Gold Tapestry, and Flex: Masculinities in the Arts of Global Africa. Enjoy refreshments and music in the lobby, and head up to the galleries to experience the stunning new exhibitions on view. This program is free and open to all.

Night of 1000 Dinners

Friday, March 6, 2026 6:00pm to 8:00pm

St. Andrews Presbyterian Church

Night of 1000 Dinners is a community celebration of International Women's Day and features an international buffet, entertainment, and recognition of women-led groups advancing UN Sustainable Development Goal #11: Sustainable Cities and Communities.

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