Earth Day Celebration

Naropa University recognizes Earth Day as a time to celebrate the interconnectedness of all beings, extend deep gratitude for each other and the web of life, and to bring conscious awareness to the actions that we can take to live more sustainably. In this spirit, Naropa University Sustainability Council and Facilities Department invite you to join us in celebrating Earth Day 2013!

Monday, April 22, 2013

Earth Day Spring Transition and Diversity Ceremony featuring live musical performance

12:00–1:30 p.m.
Arapahoe Green 

Wednesday, April 24, 2013

“Environmental Catastrophe: A Buddhist Perspective”

With Ringu Tulku Rinpoche (lunch provided)

12:00–1:30 p.m.
Performing Arts Center

Ringu Tulku Rinpoche is the founder of Bodhicharya, an international organization dedicated to collecting, transcribing, translating, and publishing Buddhist teachings and educational materials, as well as supporting educational and healthcare projects around the world. He is a Tibetan Buddhist Master of the Kagyu Order, trained in all schools of Tibetan Buddhism under many great masters.

Earth Day Activities

2:00–5:00 p.m.
Arapahoe Green

  • Strain Your Own Compost
  • Edible Plant Wal
  • Garden Planting
  • Naropa Greenhouse Tours

Center for Student Excellence and Engagement Earth Day Celebration Dinner

5:30–7:00 p.m.
Featuring live music by Santiago Giraldo Anduaga, Sun Dog, and others
Dinner provided. Please bring a side dish or dessert.

Sponsored by Naropa Sustainability Council, Office of the President, and Diversity & Inclusivity Committee

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