Welcome to the Office of Sustainability and the Environment (OSE)

The OSE serves as a central resource for integrating sustainability into the University of Iowa’s operations, academics, research, and community engagement. Through collaborative partnerships, innovative initiatives, and educational opportunities, the OSE connects the campus community and empowers Hawkeyes to make informed decisions that drive meaningful, lasting impact.

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Events

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Trivia Night @ the Museum

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 6:00pm to 8:00pm
Old Capitol Museum
The very popular Trivia Night @ the Museum inside the historic Senate Chamber at the Old Capitol Museum is back!

SEES:7000 Colloquium - Yagmur Derin (UI College of Engineering ) - "From Sensors to Ensembles: Precipitation Science for Extreme Weather and Flood Resilience"

Thursday, April 16, 2026 3:30pm to 4:30pm
Visual Arts Building
SEES:7000 Colloquium - Yagmur Derin (UI College of Engineering ) - "From Sensors to Ensembles: Precipitation Science for Extreme Weather and Flood Resilience"
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Teaching and Learning Outside: Showcase and Roundtable

Thursday, April 16, 2026 3:30pm to 4:30pm
Lagoon Shelter House
Join this interactive conversation with Living Labs at Iowa to explore campus sites and gain inspiration from examples of experiential learning outdoors.
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