Earth Day was founded in 1970. U.S. Senator Gaylord Nelson of Wisconsin called for a nationwide demonstration in the spring of 1970 aimed to raise awareness of environmental issues. It worked. The first national Earth Day was April 22, 1970.
- Nature Rx @WCM. Dedicated to promoting student wellness through immersion in nature and natural activities. Contact Lawrence Kwong (lak4009) to know more.
- WCM Environmental Health Collective (ECO). Supports environmental health education, activism, and conversation at WCMC and engagement with our wider community in NYC. Contact Sarah Wozniak (ssw4002) and Sreehaas Digumarthi (srd4001).