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I will learn about wellbeing initiatives in New Zealand.

I will take a "virtual walk" along New Zealand's Kepler Track.

I will attend the "Cryptic inbreeding and population structure in New Zealand's rarest kiwi" seminar hosted by Dr. Kristina Ramstad at 12:00pm in Gottwald Auditorium.

I will take an hour long BODYPUMP class on-campus at 8:00am, 12:00pm, or 4:15pm. Spots are limited, so registration is required.

I will determine what my top 3-5 core values are so that I can better align my actions with them.

I will spend 30 minutes learning about zero waste practices and principles in Maori cultures.

I will visit the on-campus "free store", known as Spider Exchange, to donate uneeded items or "shop" for free from 11:00am-6:00pm. Spider Exchange is located at 24D New Frat Row.

I will learn about waste reduction initiatives in New Zealand.

I will connect with a local nonprofit working on issues affecting women and trans/nonbinary people in Virginia, communities in poverty, or environmental justice, and find out how I can get involved or become a member.

I will shop from women-owned businesses today.

I will meet 2 new office, dorm, or apartment neighbors each day.

I will learn about equity and inclusion resources on campus and in Richmond.

I will attend the "Private Prisons: Lessons from New Zealand" lunch discussion hosted by Lauren-Brooke Eisen from the Pulitzer Center for Crisis Reporting at 12:00pm in the School of Law.

I will attend a talk on "Maori Ancestors in Nature and Law: Legal personality of the environment in Aotearoa New Zealand" by University of Otago professor Jacinta Ruru in the International Commons at 4:00pm.

I will read an article about threats to New Zealand's biodiversity.

I will take a virtual walk with conservationists to learn about a critically endangered native bird species, the kākāpō.

I will attend a film screening of "Hunt for the Wilderpeople" at 7:00pm in Ukrop Auditorium.

I will attend the "Conserving and Restoring Biodiversity: From James River Sturgeon to New Zealand Kiwi" panel at 4:30pm in THC 305.

I will read an article on Maori leading sustainable food systems in Aotearoa.

I will attend the International Fair celebrating Aotearoa New Zealand in the Alice Haynes Room between 4:30pm-6:00pm.

I will attend the International Education Week keynote presentation "From Ecosanctuaries to Predator-free: Engaging local communities in biodiversity restoration in Aotearoa" by University of Otago professor Philip Seddon. Location: International Center Commons at 2:00pm.

I will participate in the composting program on campus or compost my food scraps at home.

I will eat Kiwiana-inspired recipes at the International Dinner in Heilman Dining Center between 5:00pm-6:00pm.

I will take 35 minutes to learn how local indigenous tribes are caring for the land.

I will read an article about the influence of Maori knowledge on science research in New Zealand.

I will attend a 10:00am or 4:30pm tour of the Eco-Corridor to learn about biodiversity and conservation on campus.

I will check for water leaks in my home.

I will test my knowledge of water by taking the Be A Green Spider Water Quiz on the Office for Sustainability's website.

I will use the resource links and spend 35 minutes learning about the native populations that lived in my area prior to colonization, and what I can do to support those that still exist.

I will spend 40 minutes learning about environmental justice issues in Richmond.

I will tour the campus solar array. The tour will meet at the solar array on the roof of the Weinstein Center for Recreation at noon.

I will test my knowledge of food at UR with the Be A Green Spider Food Quiz.

I will learn about water use in food production and eat less water intensive foods.

I will enjoy 1 meatless meal(s) per day.

I will reduce food waste and save money by planning a weekly menu, and only buying the ingredients I need.

I will buy local produce and meats when shopping for groceries.

I will pick up litter on-campus or in Richmond for ___ minutes.

I will disconnect from my email when not at school or work.

I will learn about how to reduce waste by taking the Office for Sustainability's Be A Green Spider Recycling Quiz.

I will practice the Maori concept of tukua by volunteering or helping someone 2 time(s) this week.

I will examine my living habits while on campus, and make an effort to be more sustainable in my day-to-day living habits. All are invited to complete the checklist, however students will receive certification for their dorm room or apartment.

I will declutter, clean, and donate or recycle unneeded items in my home or dorm room.

I will avoid sending 3 disposable beverage containers to the landfill per day by using a reusable mug or water bottle.

I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.

I will spend at least 30 minutes learning how to differentiate between sell by, use by, and best by dates.

I will save up to 6 gallons (23 L) of water each day by keeping my showers under 5 minutes.

I will conserve water and energy by only doing full loads of laundry in cold water.