Earth Days 2026

9–10 a.m. | Neidig-Garber 203

Ryan Reed will talk about careers with the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources. Learn about jobs that help conserve and sustain Pennsylvania’s natural resources for present and future generations’ use and enjoyment.

Co-sponsored by the Breen Center

12–1 p.m. | Neidig-Garber 312

Come hear LVC students talk about their recent environmental internships.

• Cali Halbleib – Greater Lebanon Refuse Authority
• Jordan Ebling – PA DEP – BWQ Monitoring
• Branden Manderbach – Susquehanna River Basin Commission
• Lily Grisbacher – North Lake Discovery Center (Wisconsin)

12–1 p.m. | Neidig-Garber 312

In honor of Earth Day, sustainability speaker Abigail Harvey invites the LVC community to explore how everyday choices can drive meaningful environmental change. Drawing on her work with Fount & Fill and The Lebanon Valley Conservancy, she highlights practical, achievable actions that strengthen local connections and support a more circular, low-waste way of living. Through stories and real-world examples, this talk empowers participants to rethink waste as a catalyst for creativity, collaboration, and collective impact—right here at LVC and beyond.

11:30 a.m.–1 p.m. | Zimmerman Recital Hall

Join the Environmental Club for our annual Sustainability Luncheon featuring special guest speakers President James MacLaren and Dr. Mike Schroeder from the Quittapahilla Watershed Association.

7 p.m. | Zimmerman Recital Hall

Rob Altenburg, Senior Director for Energy and Climate at PennFuture, will discuss how AI and datacenter growth are impacting sustainability, grid reliability, and energy affordability in Pennsylvania. The Lebanon Valley Conservancy will also award the Richard H. and Karen R. Light Memorial Scholarship at the start of this even.

This event is co-sponsored by LVC’s Environmental Sustainability Advisory Committee, The Biology Department, and The Lebanon Valley Conservancy.

12:10–12:50 p.m. | Neidig-Garber 312

Did you know that food systems contribute about one-third of human-caused greenhouse gas emissions? Not all foods are equally harmful, though! Come learn about how small, manageable changes to what we eat can make a big impact on climate change, biodiversity, clean water and health for all.

11 a.m.–1 p.m. | Academic Quad

Stop by Plant Club’s table and build your own garden kits. There will be gloves, shovels, and seeds to choose from. This event will be moved to NG-142 if there is bad weather.

9 a.m.–12 p.m.

Volunteers will meet at the Swingholm Pedestrian Bridge in Quittie Creek Nature Park in Annville at the southern end of Bachman Rd.—a short walk from the LVC campus—and be divided into work crews to spread mulch, clear trails, remove invasive species, pick up trash, and in general spruce up the Nature Park for the coming summer. Work tools and work gloves will be provided. Please bring your own water, and, if desired, snacks. Long pants and sturdy footwear are recommended. Join us!

11 a.m.–2 p.m. | Academic Quad (weather permitting)

Join Metz and choose a succulent and paint your own flower pot, bring your own item to tie dye in earthly blues and greens. There will also be theme sampling and giveaways including wildflower seed packets.

1 p.m. | Meet near the cow at facilities

Invasive plants spread aggressively, outcompete native plant species, and can reduce habitat for wildlife. Join the Conservation Biology class as they conduct invasive plant removal throughout LVC’s natural areas and learn about invasive plant biology. Long pants and sturdy footwear are recommended.

Mund Dining Hall

Emphasis on fun, sustainability and nutrition! Lunch will feature new menu items including plant-based smashburgers, chorizo lentil street tacos, and fun desserts such as an oreo pudding “dirt” parfait. Join Our Dietitian Morgan & Lentils.Org for: Lentil nutrition highlights, Giveaways, Healthy & sustainable eating nutrition education, Local honey sampling. All week long: $1 off smoothies & juices in Bishop Brews