Why We All Play a Role in Conserving Our Oceans
Written by Kathryn Campbell In fall 2019 I studied abroad in Ecuador and The Galápagos Islands. While I was there I took classes that all taught me a lot about environmental research, conservation, and management. I specifically focused myself on marine environments....
Does Sustainable Fashion Exist?
Written by Erin Herock So what is “sustainable fashion”? Sustainable fashion focuses on ethical, low-carbon production all the way up to the distribution of it. It is also referred to as “slow fashion”. Essentially the supply chain is as clean, efficient, and...
Earth Day Juice
Written by Erin Herock Last year, during the W&J Earth Day Fair I created some juice recipes with my friend Sofia Carrasco. Unfortunately, we cannot make juice virtually to share with you, so the best solution is to give some year’s hit recipes. We named the...
Ecofeminism – what it is & why you should care
My name is Marcy Saldivar and I want to shed light on ecofeminism. I am a feminist and I actively study and advocate for all marginalized communities. My sister has Down syndrome which has motivated my interest in disability studies. As I studied these topics and...
Guide to Happy Houseplants
Written by Katelyn Walzer It is easy to enjoy the beauty of nature when you are walking through the woods or watching the sunset on the beach. However, when you are stuck inside (in times like today) it can be troublesome to have that same view. A solution?...
Climate Change Activists of Color: Why Intersectionality is Necessary
Written by Chase Weiland Many of you have probably seen much about the famous young climate activist, Greta Thunberg. Her actions and missions do not go unnoticed, and she has done wonderful things to help young people get involved in the Climate Crisis through her...
Climate & Environmental Justice – Gaza, Palestine
Written by Jude Taha When talking about the environmental crisis, it is important to acknowledge the disproportionate impact it holds. Wealthy communities, countries, and individuals frequently feel as though they are safe from the flames and swords of climate...
Donate Your Athletic Gear
Written by Nick Krugh It is important that we, as humans, know what we can do to help our planet and it is important to use Earth Day to educate ourselves on ways that we can do this. I’m writing to inform young athletes how important it is to donate used...
Environmental Literature Suggestions
Written by Dana Shiller In honor of Earth Day, I thought I’d suggest some good reading from the wonderful world of environmental literature. Depending on why you read, you might find any one of these books great to curl up with on a cold spring evening with a cup of...
Alumni Highlight – Caitlin Glagola ‘13
I have been drawn to nature and the sciences since a young kid, so it only felt natural to earn my bachelor’s degree in Biology when I attended W&J (way back in 2009-2013!). Although it seemed like an easy choice in the beginning of what major I would choose, it...