Our Mission
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**During this time of uncertainty, the Center is looking for ways to adapt to the challenges COVID-19 has created. Our first concern is the health and well-being of all of those who participate in our events and activities. With that in mind, we are working towards finding alternative ways to meet the mission of the Center for the Environment.**
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National Environmental Summit
Three leading organizations – the Center for the Environment at Catawba College, Rocky Mountain Institute, and the Environmental Working Group – are partnering to provide an opportunity for young environmental leaders to learn, create, share, interact, grow, connect, and build relationships.
A MESSAGE FROM THE DIRECTOR
Dear Friend,
It was almost 25 years ago that a bold vision began to emerge of a Center for the Environment here on the Catawba Campus. This Center would serve to educate both our college students and the public about environmental stewardship and sustainability. This would be accomplished by bringing diverse people and groups together to catalyze sustainable solutions for our most persistent environmental challenges while also providing students rare and unique opportunities for experiential learning and engagement. Read more…
John Wear
Executive Director