Find out about sustainability projects at the University by attending our welcome event and signing up for our newsletter for the chance to win a £100 voucher for the University Gift Shop. Image Online welcome event Image Wednesday 6 October 2021, 3:30pm to 5pm Keen to get involved in sustainability and social responsibility during your time at the University of Edinburgh but don't know where to start? The Department for Social Responsibility and Sustainability (SRS) offers a range of ways for students and staff to get stuck in, no matter your background, what you are studying or where you’re working. Whatever you’re interested in, we've got you covered: training and development opportunities attending events and workshop volunteering in the community connecting with like-minded individuals Join us for a digital welcome event that will feature University academics, students and staff who will highlight a number of opportunities you can engage with this year. Sign up for our welcome event Student opportunities Want to get started before the welcome event? We recommend beginning with our Introduction to Sustainability online course. It will introduce you to some of the ways you can become more sustainable at the University of Edinburgh, and in your own life. Introduction to Sustainability Find out more about developing your skills, funding opportunities and how to become a Sustainability Champion on our student page. Explore all student opportunities Image Bioplastic lunch kits Sign up for our newsletter for your chance to win a £100 voucher Extended closing date due to technical issues: Tuesday 12 October, 5pm – the winner will be contacted by email. We are giving away a £100 voucher for the University's gift shop to stock up on sustainable items to get you started at the University. Here are some of the more socially responsible and sustainable items we have our eye on: Reusable cups, including the iconic Keep Cup Bioplastic lunch kits Reusable bioplastic sporks Reusable bioplastic straws Fairtrade clothing The giveaway is open to current students. Submit your University email address below, and sign up to our newsletter before the closing date to enter the give away: HTML Sign up for our newsletter Follow us on social media Instagram Twitter Facebook LinkedIn Questions? General enquiries Social Responsibility and Sustainability Contact details Social media: @edsust Work: +44 (0)131 651 3000 Email: SRS.Department@ed.ac.uk Publication date 06 Sep, 2021
