Earth Day Fair Reinforces Commitment to Caring for Planet
More than 150 students visited the annual Earth Day Fair, held Tuesday, April 21, at the lobby inside the Loyola Science Center. Students visited tables from more than a dozen organizations that shared information and tips on how sustainability can be incorporated into their everyday lives.The University of Scranton’s annual Earth Day Fair brought together students, campus partners and community organizations, all joining together to promote sustainability and environmental awareness.
The event, held Tuesday, April 21, attracted roughly 150 students who learned about environmental-friendly initiatives and efforts being made by more than a dozen participating vendors that set up tables at the lobby inside the Loyola Science Center.
“The Earth Day Fair was a huge success for the Society for Sustainability and Conservation and our partnership with the Jesuit Center,” said Samantha Kosmark ’26, an environmental science major from Old Tappan, New Jersey, and president of the University’s Society for Sustainability and Conservation. “Learning about the environmental efforts within our surrounding community and their positive impact on the world around us was reassuring and showed that we truly care.”
Throughout the event, Scranton students engaged directly with faculty, staff and community representatives to better understand how small, everyday choices can contribute to long-term environmental stewardship.
The University of Scranton is currently engaged in a multi-year effort to become designated a Laudato Si’ University, committed to environmental stewardship rooted in Jesuit values. The initiative integrates sustainability across academics, operations and beyond, advancing seven goals to meet Pope Francis’ call for “integral ecology.”
For additional coverage of the Earth Day Fair, please visit the following links:
WBRE — Students go green for Earth Day hands-on showcase
The Times-Tribune — U of S students learn of sustainable living ahead of Earth Day
