Earth Day is more than a celebration—it’s a reminder that health care must play a role in environmental sustainability. At the WSU College of Nursing, we’re contributing through the Planetary Health Report Card (PHRC), a student-led effort to embed planetary health into nursing education.
By participating in the PHRC, WSU nursing students and faculty are advancing sustainability in coursework, research, and campus practices. Our efforts reflect a broader commitment to making health care part of the solution to climate change—not a contributor.
Dr. Elizabeth Schenk, assistant research professor at WSU and Chief Environmental Stewardship Officer at Providence, leads much of this work. Schenk willl be presenting Planetary Health: Solutions for Health Care on Wednesday, April 30 from 4–6 p.m. at Seattle University. Her talk will highlight how health care professionals can drive change in a field responsible for 8.5% of U.S. greenhouse gas emissions.
Celebrate Earth Day by learning more, taking action, and getting involved:
- Find local events in Spokane or join the global effort at EarthDay.org
- Attend Earth Month programs at the Spokane Public Library
- Join the lecture with Dr. Schenk at Seattle University: Event Info
Follow WSU College of Nursing on social media and help spread the word. Small steps lead to big change.
