Environment: Sustainability, Accessibility, and Safety

Engaging with spaces that are safe, accessible, and sustainable goes beyond simply spending time outdoors.

At Mercyhurst, one of our core values is global responsibility—encouraging you to use the Earth’s resources wisely and act in solidarity with diverse communities around the world. Your environment impacts your well-being in ways you might not always notice. How do you take care of your living space? Where does your food come from? What about your clothes—who makes them, and how? These everyday choices reflect your relationship with the world around you. At Mercyhurst, you will have the chance to explore how your habits affect not only your own health but also your community and the planet. You will learn how to adopt sustainable practices, be a mindful consumer, and contribute to spaces that promote well-being for all.

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You will explore your values, discover new ways to connect with your environment, and understand how your everyday choices can make a difference for everyone.

Check in With Your Environmental Wellness

• Is your room a place that you feel comfortable, safe, and at ease in?
• Do you have mementos of things that are important to you?
• Do you find time to explore nature? 
• Have you found a comfortable place on campus to study or to just relax? 
• Are you interested in learning more about how you can participate in sustainability while on campus and in the community?
• Do you find yourself stepping up to help a friend in need to keep them safe?

Resources

For Students

• Sustainability at Mercyhurst
• Community Engagement
• Mercy Market
• Title IX
• Police and Safety

For the Community