Events
Stay in the loop with all of our upcoming events! Also, take a look at what we've done in the past. Follow us on our social media pages for the most recent updates!
March 7, 2024 @ 6-8 p.m.
RCH 105
Work in Environment
Join us on March 7 to hear from UW professors and graduate students about their work/research and opportunities for you to get involved in environment-related fields! Pizza will be available for $1 per slice!
Register here: Work in Environment Registration
October 16, 2023 @ 7 p.m.
ESS Lounge - EV1 138A
Pumpkin Carving Social
Join us to carve your own pumpkin and watch a Halloween movie at the ESS Lounge located in EV1-138A! For more details, check out our post on Instagram or Facebook (@uwcampuscompost).
Register here!
Events
Stay in the loop with all of our upcoming events! Also, take a look at what we've done in the past. Follow us on our social media pages for the most recent updates!
October 2, 2023 @ 4:30 p.m.
Compost COWs beside EV3 and ML
Campus Compost Operations Tour
Join us on October 2nd for a tour of our compost locations. Meet us by the COWs next to EV3, don't forget to bring a reusable container to bring home some free compost!
June 28, 2023 @ 3:15 p.m.
Compost COWs beside EV3 and ML
Campus Compost Operations Tour
Join us on June 28th for a tour of our compost cows and operations equipment locations. Meet us in EV3 by the plant wall. Don't forget to bring a reusable container to bring home some free compost!
June 10-15, 2023
Nature Photography Contest
Our annual Nature Photography Contest is back! Direct Message us on Instagram (@uwcampuscompost) or email us a picture you took that reflects the theme of nature along with a caption for a chance to win a $10 gift card of your choice! Deadline to apply is June 15, 2023 at 11:59 p.m. EST. Good luck!
Contest rules can be found on our Instagram.
December 9, 2022
10th Year Anniversary Photo Contest
Get ready for UWCC's 10 year anniversary! To commemorate such an occasion, we are hosting a photo contest!!
Submit a photo of you using our organic collection bin! Here are the photo contest details:
-
Welcome submissions throughout the term - DDL on December 9th, 2022
-
Unlimited photo submissions per person; one photo = one submission
-
More submissions, more chances to win a prize!
-
Feel free to submit photo along with a tip on compost, zero waste, experiences, or sustainability!
-
Prize $ amount: 35
-
Photo submissions will be featured on our Instagram and blog on a monthly basis
-
To find the location of our organic collection bins, check out our Instagram story highlights or our locations page
-
You can send in your submissions through Instagram, Facebook, or email us at campuscompost.wsp@wusa.ca until December 9th!!
.png)
Our contest winner, Kristina
.png)
.png)
November 21, 2022 @ 7:00 p.m.
Movie Night and Tote Bag Painting Event
We will be painting tote bags while watching a movie decided through a poll on our Instagram story (don't forget to vote!). Location will be confirmed closer to the event date and we will notify you via email.
One registration per person! If you want to come with your friend ask them to register through the link in our Instagram bio @uwcampuscompost as well.
October 20, 2022 @ 6:00 p.m.
Spooktacular Pumpkin Carving Party
Join us to carve your own pumpkin and learn how to make pumpkin theme snacks! Sign up in the google form link at @uwcampuscompost instagram bio NOW! Location info will be sent to registered participants though email.
October 3, 2022 @ 4:30
Compost COWs beside EV3 and ML
Campus Compost Operations Tour
Join us on October 3rd for a tour of our compost locations. Meet us by the COWs next to EV3, don't forget to bring a reusable container to bring home some free compost!
July 14, 2022 @ 6 p.m.
Multipurpose Room At SLC
Paint & Plant Event
Want a plant buddy? Come join us to paint your own pot and plant your own seeds! We will have various seeds to select from which include flowers, fruits, and vegetables. It is the perfect way to take a break from school and an opportunity to see your plant grow this summer! See you there!
Sign up via Google Form in our LinkTree!
(Limited spots available.)
June 3 - 15, 2022
Nature Photography Contest
Our annual Nature Photography Contest is back! Direct Message us on Instagram (@uwcampuscompost) or email us a picture you took that reflects the theme of nature along with a caption for a chance to win a $25 gift card of your choice! Deadline to apply is June 15, 2022 at 11:59 p.m. EST. Good luck!
Contest rules can be found on our Instagram.
June 3, 2022 @ 2 p.m.
Meet at Compost Cows Outside EV3
Operations Tour
Join us on a long-awaited tour to check out UWCC's compost cows as well as our bins across campus. You will also be able to learn helpful tips about composting!
Don't forget to bring a container for free compost and see you there!
February 23, 2022 @ 6 p.m. EST
Virtual via Microsoft Teams
Plant Care Workshop
Join us to learn tips & tricks on how to care for different plants! We will also be sharing how to make your own zero waste fertilizer for your plants. Meeting link in our Linktree on Instagram!
FREE jars are available for pickup on February 23 at SLC from 3-3:30pm.
Directions: Second floor of SLC, office is right around the corner from the Glow office and across from the room with a piano.
Watch workshop here: Plant Care Workshop (9:55)
December 2, 2021 @ 5-6 p.m. EST
On-Campus (STC 0060) OR Microsoft Teams
DIY Sustainable
Self-Care
Learn how to make your own small-batch self-care products with natural ingredients! We will be making body scrubs and face masks. There will be an in-person workshop and a concurrent live stream for those not on campus this term. Supplies will be provided for the in-person workshop (but you will need to bring your own containers)! Sign up with the link in our LinkTree or DM us on our socials!
DIY Sustainable Self-Care
October 28, 2021 @ 5-6 p.m. EST
On-Campus (EV3 or QNC)
Herb Planting Event
Join us for UWCC's first in-person event! Learn how to plant your own herbs with us. Bring your own container and we will provide oregano, basil, and cilantro for you to choose from! Sign up with the link in our IG bio or DM us! Hope to see you there!
September 22, 2021
(New Post Every Wednesday)
Garden Series
September 22, 2021
(New Post Every Wednesday)
Garden Series
In honour of UWCC's garden, UWCC wants to see your garden as well as tips you find helpful to share with fellow gardeners! DM us on Instagram pictures/videos of your garden to be featured in our weekly series OR tag us in your post. Can't wait to see everyone's beautiful garden!
July 9, 2021 @ 12-1 p.m. ET
Seed Paper-Making Workshop
UWCC has partnered up with UWaterloo Ecology Lab to provide you with this amazing workshop! Join us to learn how to make your own recycled paper and adding seeds into it to make it plantable! FREE wildflower seed packets will be sent out to participants (limited quantity available & shipping only within Canada).
June 2-14, 2021
Nature Photography Contest
The Nature Photography Contest is back! Submit a picture you took of nature followed by a short description associated with the photo. The submission with the most likes overall, on all our social media platforms, will win a $25 digital gift card of their choice. Contest ends on June 14th, 2021 at 11:59 EST. Good luck!
March 22-27, 2021
Earth Hour Bingo
This year for Earth Hour, we've partnered up with the SMF Student Society to bring you a fun, environment-focused bingo game! Fill out as many squares as you can and submit your bingo card by the deadline to be entered into a prize draw.
February 7, 2021
Zero-Waste Comfort Food Contest
We're hosting another photo/video contest! The theme is zero-waste comfort food and drinks. Take a photo or video of your favourite comfort dishes and let us know how you can reduce your waste while making it! The submissions will be posted on our social media platforms and the winners will be chosen based on the post with the most number of likes. Good luck!
