Events

Past Event

Earth Month Park Cleanup & Picnic: Morningside Park

April 17, 2026
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
America/New_York
Morningside Park, 116th Street and Morningside Drive, Main Staircase

Celebrate Earth Day with University Life at the first of our Park Cleanup series. Enjoy spring-time outdoor activities while supporting environmental efforts, and join fellow students in helping keep Morningside Park clean.

Details to keep in mind: 

  • Location: Morningside Park. We will be meeting by the Carl Schurz Memorial at Morningside Drive and 116th. 
  • What’s Included: Cleanup supplies, a picnic with sandwiches, and good company
  • Who Can Attend: All students welcome
  • What should I wear: Comfortable clothes that you don’t mind getting dirty. We recommend bringing water and sunscreen!
  • Important to Know: This event involves physical activity, including climbing steps

Join us in connecting with our neighbors and community spaces as we care for our planet. Afterward, stay for a picnic, and be sure to grab a University Life Earth Day sticker!

*Vegetarian and gluten free options will be available for the picnic portion of the clean-up. 

Registration is required, CUID holders only.

 

What if I need accommodations? Columbia University makes every effort to accommodate individuals with disabilities. If you require accommodations to attend an event at Columbia University, please contact Disability Services ([email protected] or 212-854-2388) at least 10 days in advance of the event.

*Will my photo be taken? Photographs and video may be taken at this event. ***By taking part in this event, you grant the organizers full rights to use the resulting images and to maintain in perpetuity copies of such recording in the collections of Columbia University. If you do not wish to be photographed, please inform an event organizer.

By registering and attending this event, you agree to abide by the Rules of University Conduct.

Contact Information

University Life, Student Life