This week's Student Spotlight features Missouri State University junior, Eva Klein. Students featured in the Student Spotlights show characteristics exemplified in each of Missouri State University's three pillars: Ethical Leadership, Cultural Competence, and Community Engagement. They also exemplify what daily practices of sustainability look like. You can find these students … [Read more...] about Student Spotlight: Eva Klein
Reducing your carbon footprint is a lot more than just buying locally and carpooling (though those do play a large part). It can be applied to everyday life in easier ways than you think! Here's a list of 10 ways you can reduce your carbon footprint! In the Car 1. Accelerating slowly, anticipating stops, and maintaining a steady speed can save more than a ton of CO2 per … [Read more...] about 10 Ways to Reduce Your Carbon Footprint
Now that housing applications are out, it’s time to start thinking about where you may want to live and maybe even different campus organizations you’d like to be part of. If you’re a student who wants an easy way to get involved in the dorms, you may want to consider joining a Living Learning Community! What is a Living Learning Community? A Living Learning Community … [Read more...] about Get Involved! Bears for Sustainability
This week's Student Spotlight features Missouri State University junior, Kara Powelson. Students featured in the Student Spotlights show characteristics exemplified in each of Missouri State University's three pillars: Ethical Leadership, Cultural Competence, and Community Engagement. They also exemplify what daily practices of sustainability look like. You can find these … [Read more...] about Student Spotlight: Kara Powelson
Congratulations! Not only are you finally settled into your residence halls and apartments, but you’re also getting used to college life! Now that you’re becoming comfortable with your new environments, it’s time to figure out how you can be sustainable in them. Whether it be through recycling, making a compost bin, or even through advocacy, there’s always a way to become more … [Read more...] about How to Start Recycling in a New Place