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The University of Texas at Dallas

Sustainability Newsletter

March 2026

Spring into Sustainability!
A watercolor image of a field of wildflowers.

Love Pollinators? Help Expand Their Habitat by Spreading Native Plant Seeds!

On March 12 from 10:00 - 11:00 .a.m., the Office of Sustainability, in collaboration with the Grounds Department, will be reseeding approximately four acres of native pollinator habitat and no-mow zone for the growing season. Join us for an hour of planting wildflower seeds that will bloom in the spring and summer. This is a great way to earn one volunteer hour and a point towards Sustainability Honors. Registration is now open on EngageUTD!

A group of students tending to a row of plants in the field at Luna Farm.

Help Luna Farm Flourish at Upcoming Workdays!

Luna Farm will host a workday on Saturday, March 28, between 8:00 - 10:00 .a.m. This opportunity is open to all current students, staff and faculty. Volunteers will perform basic gardening tasks such as weeding, watering, harvesting, planting and laying mulch. Some of our workdays include a formal educational component on basic gardening topics such as seasonal planting, composting, harvesting, fruit tree care and more! This is a great way to earn volunteer hours and Sustainability Honors points. Registration is now open on EngageUTD!
An abstract plant design in shades of green. Over some potted plants appear the words “Plant Swap Event. Bring a plant, take a plant. Get a Free Plant… Student Union Green. March 31, 11:45 to 1:45.”

Ready to Care for Your Own Plants?

Meet fellow plant lovers, grow your own collection or take home something new. All students are invited to bring their plants, cuttings, or propagations to trade with others.* Don’t have a plant to swap? No worries. While supplies last, we’ll have a free cutting for every student who stops by!

* Please ensure that any plants brought to trade are pest free and in good health!
Over a grean field of daisies, text which reads “UTD Sustainability Honors. Acrue 15 pints of sustainability engagements, earn graduation regalia!”.

Register to Pursue Sustainability Honors

Are you passionate about building a more sustainable world? Sustainability Honors recognizes graduate and undergraduate students who went above and beyond to engage with and learn more about sustainability during their time at UTD. There are many ways to earn points - you may have already earned some! The deadline for Spring 2026 graduates to submit engagements is April 1, 2026.
A design in a rough watercolor style showing a leaky faucet. Nearby text reads “Sustainability Stewards Training. 8:30 - 9:30 a.m. Mondays: April 6, 13, 20. Virtual via Microsoft Teams. Must attend all 3 sessions.”

Be a Part of the Spring 2026 Class of Sustainability Stewards!

Registration for Sustainability Stewards training is now open for students, staff and faculty? This free, virtual certification is an overview of basic sustainability principles, sustainability on campus and more. At the end of the training, participants will receive the Sustainability Steward designation as well as a certificate and a Sustainability Steward sticker to display. This certification is also eligible for 3 Sustainability Honors points!

 

Save the Date!

Native Plant Seeding Event

March 12

10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Luna Farm Workday

March 28

8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Over a pink background, below an image of a cartoon bee visiting flowers, is text which reads “UTD Sustainability. Design the 2026 Comet Honey Label. Accepting submissions now through March 31.”.

2026 Comet Honey Label Contest

Deadline: March 31

Do you have a flair for design? Join in on the annual Comet Honey Label Contest! You might have a chance to see your own artwork on a campus-made product. Visit our Instagram page for more details!

Plant Swap

March 31

11:45 a.m. - 1:45 p.m.

Student Union Green

Earth Week 2026

UTD is celebrating its 15th annual Earth Week, hosted by the Office of Sustainability and the Office of Student Volunteerism, to continue the legacy of Earth Day. Join us for a week-long celebration of Earth Day! More information on events will be shared very soon.

 

 

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