An Earth Day Giveaway was held April 22 in Banks for students to win free swag.

Officials from Blue Chip Farm sat in Banks lobby on April 23 to inform students about adoptable animals. Their table featured a gray fluffy bunny named Snowball who, although not up for adoption, was available for students to pet and say hello.

Students were surprised when university officials sponsored a beekeeper expert on April 24, allowing students to witness an active beehive while learning about pollination just in time for spring. Students could also sample honey from an actual beehive.

Later that day, it was recommended that students get outside during a walk that started outside of Anderson. While students did not have to be a part of the walk to enjoy the outdoors, campus was lively that day with many students doing work outside or sitting and hanging out with friends.

Metz Culinary Management sponsored a Grain Game and sample Acai Bowls for students to sample on April 26. Another fun activity that day was the consignment shop, where students could fill an entire brown paper bag with thrifted clothes for just $2. Styles ranged from athletic to lounge to business casual with brands like Carrie Underwood and Express jeans. This event was hosted by the Mission, Ministry and Service Department.

Restaurants on campus, such as Chick-Fil-A, also supported Earth Week by giving out paper straws with their drinks in an effort to be healthier for the environment. By using paper straws, students can be eco-friendly with biodegradable material instead of harmful microplastics that do not decompose as well.

In the Henry Science Center, stickers and pins were placed on the tables for students to take, promoting messages of recycling and caring for the planet. If lucky enough, students could have grabbed a Sprout pencil while supplies lasted. Sprout pencils are can be planted as they contain seeds that are good for the environment. The seeds sit where the eraser would be and a biodegradable capsule contains them until planted.