(Photo provided, Valparaiso University)
(Photo provided, Valparaiso University)
In Valparaiso, with a new academic term getting underway, Valparaiso University (VU) is highlighting ongoing sustainability efforts. Volunteers will be continuing the “Green Games” program at every home football game this season, helping spectators dispose of garbage and separate the recyclables. VU says other initiatives continuing into the new school year include new LED lighting in Harre Union and expanding the composting program to reduce food waste. Also, assistance with move-in day to divert waste from garbage to recycling and making outdoor events during Welcome Week zero waste with all-compostable material and volunteers helping with sorting waste.
Valparaiso University was named the winner of the Race to Zero Waste’s 2025 Game Day Basketball category for 2025 thanks to the “Green Games” program, where volunteers help spectators at football and basketball games dispose of their garbage and separate recyclable materials. In addition to taking first place in the Game Day Basketball category, Valparaiso University ranked in the top 30 schools in per-capita recycling, as well as number 39 in waste diversion, which increased from 26% to 32% from the previous year. The university said summer projects, plans for the start of the school year, and initiatives to make campus events green would all play key roles in helping the University achieve sustainability goals.
