“We had to miss the 50th anniversary of Earth Day due to COVID-19 concerns, so I would like for this year’s event to make up for the time lost,” said Amy Parsons-White, sustainability manager at Marshall University.
The theme for Earth Week 2022 is Invest in the Planet. Events throughout the week will include talks, demonstrations and teach-ins; however, the main activities will take place on Wednesday, April 20, on the Memorial Student Center Plaza and Buskirk Field from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m., rain or shine.
“We believe to truly invest in the planet, we need to invest not only in the earth itself, but also in her people,” said Parsons-White. “A healthy, sustainable planet must include social equity and social justice; accessible food; and clean water, soil and air. I hope to have a diverse group of vendors and activities through the week to touch on all aspects of sustainability and a healthy planet.”
Anyone who may have questions or is interested in participating in the week’s festivities is invited to contact Parsons-White by e-mailing parson133@marshall.edu. Members of the public, organizations and school groups are invited to attend the event. For more information or to sign up, visit bit.ly/MarshallEarthWeek2022. Registration closes April 4.