{"685316":{"#nid":"685316","#data":{"type":"news","title":"October Events Celebrate Campus Sustainability Month","body":[{"value":"\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOctober is \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/www.aashe.org\/get-involved\/campus-sustainability-month\/\u0022 rel=\u0022noreferrer noopener\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ECampus Sustainability Month\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E, an international celebration of sustainability on college and university campuses. Georgia Tech will host sustainability-focused events throughout the month. Multiple campus groups will host events showcasing their unique offerings which will provide a glimpse into the wide-ranging commitment to sustainability at Tech. \u0026nbsp;\u003Cbr\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Ch3\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EEvent Lineup\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/strong\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003Cbr\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/strong\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/h3\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EUSG Energy Summit\u003C\/strong\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003Cbr\u003EWednesday, Oct. 1\u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp;\u003Cbr\u003E9 a.m. \u2013 3 p.m.\u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp;\u003Cbr\u003EPetit Institute for Bioengineering and Bioscience, Room 1128\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe University System of Georgia Campus Energy Resilience Group will host its fall 2025 meeting at Georgia Tech on Oct. 1, organized by the Georgia Tech Office of Sustainability and including informational and working sessions on utility master planning, solar energy procurement agreements, and more. Spaces are limited. Contact \u003Ca href=\u0022mailto:drew.cutright@gatech.edu\u0022 rel=\u0022noreferrer noopener\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003Edrew.cutright@gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E for more information; preference will be given to attendees who can attend the majority of or entire day\u003C\/p\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EOffice Hours With a Sustainability Alum: Michael Mendoza\u003C\/strong\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003Cbr\u003EWednesday, Oct. 1\u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp;\u003Cbr\u003E11 a.m. \u2013 1 p.m.\u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp;\u003Cbr\u003ERay C. Anderson Center for Sustainable Business, Scheller College of Business\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESign up for a 15-minute in-person \u201ccoffee\u201d chat with \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/michael-mendoza-1b069420\/\u0022 rel=\u0022noreferrer noopener\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EMichael Mendoza,\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E an operational and data leader and director of Energy Compliance at CodeGreen Solutions, and gain insights into:\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003EApplicability of Computer Science and Engineering in Sustainability\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/li\u003E\u003C\/ul\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003EWhat is Environmental, Social, Governance (ESG)?\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/li\u003E\u003C\/ul\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003EScuba Diving\/Tennis \u2013 How to incorporate your hobbies into lifelong pursuits!\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/li\u003E\u003C\/ul\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003EEnergy Sector \u2013 What is it, what are the current trends, and where is it going? \u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/li\u003E\u003C\/ul\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESpaces are limited, so sign up now and get your time to chat 1:1. Don\u2019t miss this chance to hear from someone who\u2019s been where you are! \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/forms.office.com\/pages\/responsepage.aspx?id=u5ghSHuuJUuLem1_MvqggxkuxK415QNErLniyUx39w5UODVXNkhZQVNROU0wS0I2VENOWFVTRDhNTS4u\u0026amp;route=shorturl\u0022 rel=\u0022noreferrer noopener\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003ERegister\u003C\/a\u003E.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EBrook Byers Institute for Sustainable Systems Insight Series\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/strong\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003Cbr\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ESpeaker: Robert Knotts, Executive Director, Federal Relations, Office of Institute Relations\u003C\/strong\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003Cbr\u003EThursday, Oct. 2\u0026nbsp;\u003Cbr\u003E12:30 \u2013 1:30 p.m. \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/teams.microsoft.com\/dl\/launcher\/launcher.html?url=%2F_%23%2Fl%2Fmeetup-join%2F19%3Ameeting_ODRlYjExNDAtZjc4YS00OTA5LTllNWEtOTNkMzY2ZjFjNzMx%40thread.v2%2F0%3Fcontext%3D%257b%2522Tid%2522%253a%2522482198bb-ae7b-4b25-8b7a-6d7f32faa083%2522%252c%2522Oid%2522%253a%252250a0c604-71b2-47dc-8b25-5624bb3b5ce3%2522%257d%26anon%3Dtrue\u0026amp;type=meetup-join\u0026amp;deeplinkId=6fb1a461-f424-4186-a1ab-c39d092aa255\u0026amp;directDl=true\u0026amp;msLaunch=true\u0026amp;enableMobilePage=true\u0026amp;suppressPrompt=true\u0022 rel=\u0022noreferrer noopener\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003EVirtual only\u003C\/a\u003E.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Insight Series aims to aid Georgia Tech researchers in amplifying their impact in sustainability research. Fall events will feature speakers with experience engaging government agencies for partnerships and proposal development.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EHive Inspection\u003C\/strong\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003Cbr\u003EThursday, Oct. 2\u0026nbsp;\u003Cbr\u003E5 \u2013\u0026nbsp;6 p.m.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003Cbr\u003ERooftop Garden, The Kendeda Building for Innovative Sustainable Design\u003C\/p\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EEver wonder what it\u0027s like to delve into a hive full of tens of thousands of bees? Well, look no further. Join the experienced student beekeepers who lead these hive inspections. You will learn about what to look for in a healthy hive, how to treat the hive for pests, bee biology, and more! No registration required; participants must sign a risk waiver. \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/gatech.campuslabs.com\/engage\/event\/11723185\u0022\u003ELearn more\u003C\/a\u003E.\u003C\/p\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EElectrifyGT Organization Meeting\u003C\/strong\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003Cbr\u003EOct. 2, 16, 23, 30\u0026nbsp;\u003Cbr\u003E6 p.m.\u0026nbsp;\u003Cbr\u003EWeber Building, Classroom 2\u003C\/p\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EElectrifyGT is a student-led sustainability consulting club and campaign focused on accelerating campus electrification at Georgia Tech. We develop economical electrification and decarbonization strategies by engaging key stakeholders, conducting research, and mobilizing student support to aid in a responsible transition. Our mission is grounded in the belief that electrification is the fastest and most effective way to reduce greenhouse gas emissions on campus, while also delivering cost savings and public health benefits that are critical to Georgia Tech\u2019s short- and long-term planning and the environment. \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/gatech.campuslabs.com\/engage\/organization\/electrify-gt\u0022 rel=\u0022noreferrer noopener\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003ELearn more\u003C\/a\u003E.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ESUSTAIN-X Hangout featuring Ramtin Motahar, founder of Joulea\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/strong\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003Cbr\u003EThursday, Oct. 2 \u0026nbsp;\u003Cbr\u003E6 \u2013 7 p.m. \u0026nbsp;\u003Cbr\u003EWeber Building, Classroom 2\u003C\/p\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAt the first Hangout of the semester, hear \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/ramtinmotahar\/\u0022 rel=\u0022noreferrer noopener\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ERamtin Motahar\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E discuss his experience creating his startup company \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/www.joulea.com\/\u0022 rel=\u0022noreferrer noopener\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EJoulea\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E, an energy assessment platform that empowers building owners to maximize profitability and minimize carbon footprint. \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/forms.office.com\/pages\/responsepage.aspx?id=u5ghSHuuJUuLem1_MvqggxkuxK415QNErLniyUx39w5UQ0FSVFhVUldWVVMwV0kwTFRRVkZDMjY5VS4u\u0026amp;route=shorturl\u0022 rel=\u0022noreferrer noopener\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003ERSVP\u003C\/a\u003E.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ECommunity Garden Workday\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/strong\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003Cbr\u003EThursday, Oct. 2 \u0026nbsp;\u003Cbr\u003E6 \u2013 8 p.m. \u0026nbsp;\u003Cbr\u003EStudents Organizing for Sustainability Community Garden\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003ECome out and join us as we harvest, plant, and maintain plots in the garden! Everyone is welcome to join \u2013 no experience needed!\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EMake sure to dress appropriately, wear sunscreen, and bring water. Community garden workdays occur weekly throughout the year; check the Engage events portal for additional times.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ESustainable Buildings Operations Workshop\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/strong\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003Cbr\u003EWednesday, Oct. 8 \u0026nbsp;\u003Cbr\u003E9 \u2013 11 a.m. \u0026nbsp;\u003Cbr\u003EPetit Institute for Bioengineering and Bioscience, Room 1128\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHosted by the Office of Sustainability, join other building and operational staff to learn about opportunities for increasing sustainability in buildings, including energy and water efficiency strategies, and share your input on resources to support the building management community. This event will be most relevant to roles in building and facility management and operational building staff.\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/forms.office.com\/r\/SJeMWjkrRW\u0022 rel=\u0022noreferrer noopener\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003ERegister\u003C\/a\u003E.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ESUSTAIN-X Hangout featuring Jasmine Burton, founder of Wish for Wash\u003C\/strong\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003Cbr\u003ETuesday, Oct. 14 \u0026nbsp;\u003Cbr\u003E11 a.m. \u2013 noon\u0026nbsp;\u003Cbr\u003EMason Building, Room 2117\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAt the second Hangout of the semester, hear from \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/jasminekburton.squarespace.com\/about\/\u0022 rel=\u0022noreferrer noopener\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003EJasmine Burton\u003C\/a\u003E about her experience creating her startup company. \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/wishforwash.org\/\u0022 rel=\u0022noreferrer noopener\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003EWish for Wash\u003C\/a\u003E is an inclusive innovation in the impact economy that helps address global water, sanitation, and hygiene problems via human-centered research, design, and education.\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/forms.office.com\/pages\/responsepage.aspx?id=u5ghSHuuJUuLem1_MvqggxkuxK415QNErLniyUx39w5URDdCWFpYMkNXWUUzTFA0SzVTWENDRkUzNC4u\u0026amp;route=shorturl\u0022 rel=\u0022noreferrer noopener\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003ERegister.\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EStudents Organizing for Sustainability (SOS) and the Energy Club host\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E\u0022Voting for Georgia\u0027s Public Service Commission: Your Power Bill, Your Climate, Your Choice\u0022\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003Cbr\u003ETuesday, Oct. 14\u003Cbr\u003E5:30 \u2013 8:30 p.m.\u003Cbr\u003EThe Kendeda Building for Innovative Sustainable Design\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe event will bring together journalists, advocates, and student voices to unpack how decisions made by the Georgia Public Service Commission (PSC) impact energy affordability, equity, and climate resilience across the state. With two PSC seats on the ballot this November, this conversation is especially timely for students and the broader campus community. \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/luma.com\/xse76jmh\u0022\u003ERegister\u003C\/a\u003E.\u003C\/p\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ECampus Sustainability Forum\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/strong\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003Cbr\u003EWednesday, Oct. 15\u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp;\u003Cbr\u003E8:45 a.m. \u2013 2:00 p.m.\u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp;\u003Cbr\u003EDalney Building, Room 180\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Office of Sustainability invites you to join our annual Campus Sustainability Forum. The event brings staff together to provide input on strategies for advancing campus sustainability goals. The day will include a series of information and engagement sessions on sustainability topics\u2013, including building energy, circular economy, zero waste, water management, biodiversity, and sustainable transportation.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThis event is most relevant for operational and other staff members who help advance campus sustainability.\u0026nbsp; Find more details and registration information \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/forms.cloud.microsoft\/pages\/responsepage.aspx?id=u5ghSHuuJUuLem1_Mvqgg1-8h4dqb2ZDjWEaN24qscpUMkZMRU9PU1dWNjMwVEpTU0FNT05YMUpWRyQlQCN0PWcu\u0026amp;route=shorturl\u0022 rel=\u0022noreferrer noopener\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003Ehere\u003C\/a\u003E.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EStudent Innovation: Sustainability in Startups\u003C\/strong\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003Cbr\u003EWednesday, Oct. 15\u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp;\u003Cbr\u003E10 \u2013 11 a.m.\u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp;\u003Cbr\u003EClough Lounge (211), Clough Undergraduate Learning Commons\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThis workshop explores how sustainability can be embedded into the core of entrepreneurial ventures\u2014from product design and operations to business models and long-term strategy.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EDesigned for college students passionate about innovation and entrepreneurship, this session will cover:\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003EPrinciples of sustainable innovation\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/li\u003E\u003C\/ul\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003EReal-world examples of eco-conscious startups\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/li\u003E\u003C\/ul\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003ETools for evaluating environmental and social impact\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/li\u003E\u003C\/ul\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003EStrategies for balancing profit with purpose\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/li\u003E\u003C\/ul\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhether you\u0027re launching a new idea or exploring how to make your venture more responsible, this workshop will help you think critically about building businesses that matter. \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/gatech.campuslabs.com\/engage\/event\/11664746\u0022 rel=\u0022noreferrer noopener\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003ERSVP.\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EGeorgia Tech Birdwatchers General Meetings\u003C\/strong\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003Cbr\u003EWednesday, Oct. 15, 22, 29\u0026nbsp;\u003Cbr\u003E6:30 p.m.\u0026nbsp;\u003Cbr\u003ERoom 271, Skiles Building\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003ELearn about a birding\/conservation-related topic (citizen science tools, species identification, Tech\u0027s ongoing ornithological research) or host a fun bird-related activity (wingspan or decorating cookies). There\u0027s also always ample time to be social with your fellow birders! No prior birding experience required. \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/gatech.campuslabs.com\/engage\/event\/11458177\u0022 rel=\u0022noreferrer noopener\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003ELearn more\u003C\/a\u003E.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EATL CleanTech Connect\u003C\/strong\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003Cbr\u003EWednesday, Oct. 22\u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp;\u003Cbr\u003E4 \u2013 6 p.m. \u0026nbsp;\u003Cbr\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003Cbr\u003EIn partnership with the Metro Atlanta Chamber, these quarterly socials engage members of the Greater Atlanta clean tech community to support innovation, ideation, startups, and investment in clean tech and sustainability-focused businesses. Industry, venture capitalists, Georgia Tech faculty, and local leaders hold conversations related to clean tech regional opportunities. More information \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/research.gatech.edu\/energy\/atlcleantechconnect\u0022 rel=\u0022noreferrer noopener\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003Ehere\u003C\/strong\u003E.\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EPathways: An Engine Ventures Workshop\u003C\/strong\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003Cbr\u003EThursday, Oct. 23\u0026nbsp;\u003Cbr\u003E9:30 a.m. \u2013 4 p.m.\u0026nbsp;\u003Cbr\u003EScheller College of Business\u003C\/p\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESUSTAIN-X is partnering with The Engine Ventures to sponsor a one-day workshop for Georgia Tech founders working in groundbreaking tech (or \u201cdeep tech\u201d) spaces. \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/www.scheller.gatech.edu\/events\/sustainability\/2025\/pathways-an-engine-ventures-workshop.html\u0022 rel=\u0022noreferrer noopener\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003ELearn more.\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EBoo-Tique Kendeda\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003Cbr\u003EThursday, Oct. 23\u003Cbr\u003E1 \u2013 4 p.m.\u003Cbr\u003EThe Kendeda Building for Innovative Sustainable Design\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EJoin Campus Services for free clothes, spooky snacks, and creepy crafts!\u003C\/p\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EOctober Sustainability Network Meeting: Circular Economy\u003C\/strong\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003Cbr\u003ETuesday, Oct. 28\u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp;\u003Cbr\u003E11 a.m.\u0026nbsp;\u2013\u0026nbsp;noon \u0026nbsp;\u003Cbr\u003EThe Kendeda Building for Innovative Sustainable Design, Room 230\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThis month\u2019s meeting features circular economy efforts on campus. Georgia Tech Sustainability Network meetings are open to all Georgia Tech students, faculty, staff, and alumni.\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/forms.office.com\/r\/Rny3Eyt0P6\u0022 rel=\u0022noreferrer noopener\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003ERSVP\u003C\/a\u003E.\u003C\/p\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EOctober Monthly Bike Ride and Group Class\u003C\/strong\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003Cbr\u003EWednesday, Oct. 29\u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp;\u003Cbr\u003E4:00 \u2013 5:30 p.m.\u0026nbsp;\u003Cbr\u003EMeet behind the Campus Recreation Center\u003C\/p\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EGet more comfortable traveling by bike with this instructional group ride! This in-person class is offered by Parking and Transportation Services in collaboration with Propel ATL and is designed specifically for members of the Georgia Tech community \u2014 that includes students, faculty, and staff!\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/www.letspropelatl.org\/city_cycling\u0022 rel=\u0022noreferrer noopener\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003ERSVP\u003C\/a\u003E.\u003C\/p\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EBrook Byers Institute for Sustainable Systems Insight Series\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/strong\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003Cbr\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ESpeaker: Donald Kirkland, Director, State Relations, Office of Institute Relations\u003C\/strong\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003Cbr\u003EThursday, Oct. 30\u0026nbsp;\u003Cbr\u003E12:30 \u2013 1:30 p.m. \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/teams.microsoft.com\/dl\/launcher\/launcher.html?url=%2F_%23%2Fl%2Fmeetup-join%2F19%3Ameeting_MWVlNGI4MjktMTE5ZC00NmMyLWJlMjQtZDRlMzkxNTZlYzI5%40thread.v2%2F0%3Fcontext%3D%257b%2522Tid%2522%253a%2522482198bb-ae7b-4b25-8b7a-6d7f32faa083%2522%252c%2522Oid%2522%253a%252250a0c604-71b2-47dc-8b25-5624bb3b5ce3%2522%257d%26anon%3Dtrue\u0026amp;type=meetup-join\u0026amp;deeplinkId=4e226e4a-0a2f-474c-8660-cf75f20f7009\u0026amp;directDl=true\u0026amp;msLaunch=true\u0026amp;enableMobilePage=true\u0026amp;suppressPrompt=true\u0022 rel=\u0022noreferrer noopener\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003EVirtual only.\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Insight Series aims to aid Georgia Tech researchers in amplifying their impact in sustainability research. 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