Utah Valley University’s Center for Social Impact (formerly known as the Volunteer and Service-Learning Center) is celebrating its 25th anniversary. As part of the celebration, the Center is giving back to the community by planting 25 trees throughout the year. 

 

The inaugural tree planting will take place on October 9, 2018 from 4:30-5:00 p.m. at the Community Action Services & Food Bank in Provo.

 

The 25 tree plantings are hosted in collaboration with Tree Utah, a non-profit organization that enhances the Utah environment through tree planting, stewardship and education. Each tree will be planted at a community partner’s location to show UVU’s appreciation to the critical role these organizations have on positively impacting the community.

 

The inaugural event is open and free to the public. Both UVU’s mascot, Willy the Wolverine, and Tree Utah’s mascot, Carrie Cottonwood, will be in attendance.

 

Light refreshments will be served following the tree planting.

 

Event Information:

October 9, 2018 4:30-5 pm

Community Action Services & Food Bank

815 S. Freedom Blvd. Provo UT

 

About Utah Valley University

At nearly 40,000 students and growing, Utah Valley University is the largest public university in the state of Utah, and one of a few in the nation offering a model that combines the rigor and richness of a first-rate teaching university with the openness and vocational programs of a community college. UVU’s unique model, which focuses on student success, engaged learning, rigorous academic programs, and faculty-mentored research, is transforming higher education by making it more affordable and accessible to students of all backgrounds.