The Stories of Seattle University
Top 10 in the U.S. for Sustainability
Seattle University earns highest score in its history in latest Sustainability Tracking, Assessment & Rating System.
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Seattle University Top 10 in Nation for Sustainability
SU earns highest score in its history in latest Sustainability Tracking, Assessment & Rating System.
Taking the Lead in Reducing Waste
SU is tops among medium-sized campuses in waste diversion.
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Celebrating the Earth
In recognition of Earth Day, Seattle University has lined up events focused on environmental justice and sustainability all month long.
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Emerald City One of the Greenest in the U.S.
Like the city, Seattle University is itself a leader when it comes to ‘green’ initiatives and sustainability measures. It recently became the first university in the state to divest from fossil fuels.
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Seattle University and the Archdiocese of Seattle will host Together for Our Common Home:
A Climate Action Summit in 2024
Seattle University First in the State to Divest from Fossil Fuels
University fulfills its commitment to fully divest, in line with its environmental leadership.
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Gov. Inslee Praises Students for Leading Climate Change Fight
The governor was the guest speaker of Seattle University’s ‘Conversations’ series presented by the Institute of Public Service, in conjunction with the Center for Environmental Justice and Sustainability.