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This page shows events offered by the Great Lakes Stewardship Initiative (GLSI) and each of our six regional hubs as well as events that the GLSI will be participating in, supporting, or that feature a close partner.

GSI Research Your Issue: Climate Change + Student Dialogue

Grand Rapids, MI

Michigan Climate Action Network will be leading a virtual webinar about how to talk to students about climate change in the classroom and empowering youth to be environmental stewards. SCECH credits available: 2 These PLO events are open to any educators interested in learning more about Groundswell, those who are actively working on their student projects […]

Groundswell Network Social Hour

Walker, MI

This social event is for Groundswell's community of educators, local business owners, nonprofit leaders, and stewardship experts to come together to share space, talk, and engage with one another. This event will include light programming, where Groundswell staff will share several program updates and provide time to ask questions and engage with their team. The […]

GSI: Navigating Eco-anxiety and Denials in Teaching the Climate Crisis

Grand Rapids, MI

Groundswell will host Dr. Kevin Holohan, Associate Professor of Educational Foundations at GVSU, for a presentation on his research regarding eco-anxiety; particularly with the lens on climate change in the classroom. Dr. Holohan will discuss how to address the anxiety that climate change can incite amongst students and educators and how to create a safe environment of […]

Groundswell Student Project Showcase 2025

Grand Rapids, MI

Groundswell will host its annual Student Project Showcase for educators, community members, students, and families. Groundswell is proud to celebrate the work of student stewards in an interactive event with participating K12 schools. Students will host tables at an exhibit fair, offering insight for attendees about their community stewardship activities. Please join us to help […]