Earth Week 2017: RISE UP. BE THE CHANGE.

An image with wind turbines, sunset, and a powerful hand. April 18-21

On Tuesday April 18th to Friday April 21st, we have a very exciting line-up of activities for the campus to enjoy. Check out the poster below, or the chart for a more detailed explanation of events. Check back here to keep up to date on any changes to the schedule!

We also have a bonus event on Monday April 17th by some student members of the campus sustainability community!

RISE UP Earth Week Poster

Monday April 17th

EventWhat It's All About!Time & Location
Fashion Trends and TroublesShowing of the documentary "The True Cost" alongside mannequins, photos, and info about the fashion industry from BC students Walter and Ruby!9:00 am to 12:20 pm
Cafeteria Stage

Tuesday April 18th

Event What it’s all about! Time & Location
Farmer’s Market, Seed Swap, Bike Mobile, and Plant Sale Vendors, food, music, and FREE bike repairs by Bike Works! Labour and tune ups included, some parts may be extra.

Vendors include BC Produce Stand, Coast and Clearing, Dillanos, Flying Apron Bakery, Bonnie B’s Peppers, and Gustoblende with music by KBCS! Bring your cash! There will also be plenty of local organizations that you can learn more about and get involved with your community! – MOVED INDOOORS C BUILDING

 

10:00 am to 2:00 pm
C Building Cafeteria & Lobby
Documentary- More Than Honey http://www.morethanhoneyfilm.com/ Run time 1 hour 35 minutes (changed from The True Cost, now on Monday) 8:30 am to 10:00 am
D106
Tips for Leading a Sustainable Lifestyle Presented by Nancy Lane’s class, there will be an interactive station on how you can make a difference!

8:30 am to 9:20 am
Cafeteria Stage
Sustainable – Documentary Film http://sustainablefoodfilm.com/ Run time 1.5 hours 9:30 am to 11:00 am
C130
Conserving Marine Resources: The Need for International Governance Dr. Ernesto Penas Lado, Director for Policy Development and Coordination at the European Commission’s Directorate-General for Maritime Affairs and Fisheries will be on campus, all the way from Europe! He will give a talk on his experiences with the UN, ocean governance, and climate change!

11:30 am to 12:20 pm
C130
The Politicization of Climate Science: What Are the Impacts and How Do We Move Forward? Dr. Cliff Mass from UW Atmospheric Sciences will talk on climate science! Presented by Science Cafe. 12:30 pm to 1:20 pm
D106
Climate Change: Clearing Away Alt-Truths Jeff Renner, former KING5 News Meteorologist

  • Served as Chief Meteorologist for KING Television for 30+ years
  • Degrees in Atmospheric Science from the University of Washington, Journalism and Political Science from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. (And took calculus and physics pre-requisites from what was then BCC)
  • Won 9 Emmys as a producer of Science Documentaries (including specials on Climate Change, Mount St. Helens and the Oso Landslide) and as a broadcast meteorologist
  • And much more! Check out this talk to learn more about his great climate work and life!

 

1:30 pm to 2:20 pm
C130
Wendell Berry and Other Poetry Reading Presented by BC Poetry Club, they will be reading some original poems as well as those by Wendell Berry http://www.wendellberrybooks.com/

2:30 to 3:20 pm
C130

 

Wednesday April 19th, 2017

EventWhat it's all about!Time & Location
Electric Vehicle Car Show and ASG "Zero Waste" BBQFood, music, and awesome electric vehicles! Teslas, motorcycles, and more!

Zero Waste BBQ means all supplies will either be compostable or recyclable. Let's get to zero landfill waste!

10:00 am to 2:00 pm
C Courtyard
Plastics and the Growing Problem of Marine DebrisDr. Christopher Sabine, Pacific Marine Environmental Laboratory Director
For more information go to: http://www.pmel.noaa.gov/

8:30 am to 9:20 am
C130
Climate Advocacy, Fossil Fuels, and Divestment350 Seattle's Alec Connon
http://350seattle.org/
9:30 am to 10:20 am
C130
Disrupting the System: The Valve Turner Direct Action PanelModerated by BC's David Spataro

The Valve Turners are a group of activists dedicated to taking direct climate action. Check out their bios here: http://www.shutitdown.today/activist_bios

10:30 am to 11:20 am
C130
Plant ID Tour of CampusLed by Michael Hanson

Come learn about the exciting features of PNW flora right in our own backyard!
12:30 pm to 1:20 pm
Greenhouse
Before the Flood- Documentaryhttps://www.beforetheflood.com/1:30 pm to 3:00 pm
C130

Thursday April 20th, 2017

EventWhat it's all about!Time & Location
Environmental Racism WorkshopPresented by Got Green, local activist organization8:30 am to 9:20 am
C130
Bidder 70- Documentaryhttp://www.bidder70film.com/9:30 am to 10:20 am
D106
Would You Buy That?Gameshow by Rick Glover and Sonya Doucette10:30 am to 11:20 am
C130
Social Justice for Black Lives: Terrance Hayes
American Poet and Educator

Presented by BC's Social Justice Team
11:30 to 12:20 pm
Carlson Theatre
Art ShowcaseIn Carlson Theatre Lobby, with social and environmental justice themes11:00 am to 1:00 pm
Carlson Theatre
BC Waste SortLearn hands on about the impacts of your waste!1:30 pm to 3:20 pm
C Courtyard
Sustainability in South East AsiaPresented by the Asian Pacific Islander Association2:30-3:20 pm
C103

Friday April 21, 2017

EventWhat it's all about!Time & Location
Free Yoga ClassPresented by Rachel Lowe from the Wellness Center

Bring your mat if you have one! Mats and space are limited.
9:30 am to 10:20 am
R014

Free Meditation and Mindful Breathing WorkshopPresented by Rachel Lowe from the Wellness Center10:30 am to 11:00 am
R014
Care for your BC CommunityBioswale and Student Garden Work Party

Come out and get your hands into some dirt! Gloves and gardening tools provided, but please bring your own gloves if you have them!






10:30 am to 3:00 pm
Greenhouse
Composting Workshop
Presented by Seattle Tilth1:30 pm to 2:20 pm
Greenhouse

 

 

Last Updated April 18, 2017