UWEC recognized again in list of environmentally responsible colleges

Matthew Baughman, The Leader-Telegram, Eau Claire, Wis.
Updated ·4 min read

Oct. 25—EAU CLAIRE — UW-Eau Claire was ranked one of the top most environmentally responsible colleges in the country, for the 10th time ever and fourth year in a row.

This ranking was given by The Princeton Review Guide to Green Colleges, which commended UWEC on its commitment to environmental sustainability.

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