Salem State began celebrating Earth Days in 2000. The April event has grown to encompass a judged research poster competition, an art exhibition and competition, and a series of lectures, panels, films and activities. These events bring renowned researchers, activists and officials to campus to engage students, faculty, staff, alumni and the larger community. If you would like to support these activities, please visit our crowdfunding page.
The theme for Earth Days 2021was “There Is No Planet B.” Despite being held virtually, the event engaged over 1,400 participants. Several of the events were recorded and are available at the links below. View a summary of the 2021 celebration.
Research Poster Competition
The Earth Days research poster competition is the only judged undergraduate research competition at Salem State. Outstanding student work is eligible to receive cash prizes through the generosity of the Tefferteller Peace Fellowship. The 2021 event was held virtually and the participating posters were archived digitally via the Salem State University Library.
Mail Art Exhibition, Sale, and Competition
The 2021 Earth Day’s art competition featured climate-change-themed art on postcards. Submissions may be viewed online.
Past Events
Captioned recordings of key past events may be viewed at the links below.
- The Green New Deal, explained: Limiting Climate Chaos and Tackling Economic Inequality. October 20, 2020. View a recording.
- Resilient Cities: How are Salem and Beverly Preparing for Climate Change? March 10, 2021. View a recording.
- Between Justice and Goodness: Conflicting Responsibilities in the Face of Climate Challenge. April 12, 2021. View a recording.
- Organizing for the Environment. April 13, 2021. View a recording.
- Diversifying Power: Why We Need Antiracist, Feminist Leadership on Climate and Energy. April 14, 2021. View a recording.
- SSU North Campus Clean Energy Roadmap. April 15, 2021. View a recording.
- The Geography of Environmental Injustice in New England. April 15, 2021. View a recording.