University Seminar
Place-based sustainability lesson plans & presentations for University Seminar help students connect with Texas State and San Marcos, fostering stewardship, pride, and shared responsibility for the places where they live, learn, and belong.
San Marcos Explorers
Browse our selection of locally inspired lesson plans and activities to implement in your school or organization.
Presentation & Training Request
The Office of Sustainability offers presentations, trainings, and workshops to all Texas State Faculty, Staff, and Students. Upon request, the sustainability team tailors unique discussions for academic courses, departments, committees, and student organizations.
Additional Educational Resources
Explore local educational hubs and resources that support sustainability in San Marcos and the greater Central Texas region.
Dive into Learning
The Meadows Center for Water and the Environment inspires research, education, and stewardship to protect water and natural resources, connecting people to Spring Lake and fostering a deeper understanding of Texas’ unique aquatic ecosystems.
Texas Master Naturalist
The Texas Master Naturalist program trains volunteers to understand and care for local ecosystems and natural resources. The Hays County Chapter supports hands-on education, habitat restoration, and community outreach throughout the region.
Indigenous Cultures Institute
The Indigenous Cultures Institute is a nonprofit dedicated to preserving and promoting the culture, arts, traditions, and ceremonies of Indigenous peoples of Texas, especially the Coahuiltecan Miakan-Garza Band, through education and community programs.