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Environmental Justice colloquium series commemorated “research and action for a more just and sustainable world”

By Patricia McGee · Wednesday, May 3, 2023

Center for Environment, Community, and Equity celebrates its first inaugural year

AU students create the Edible Campus Initiative to deepen knowledge about plants on campus

By Marina Zaczkiewicz · Tuesday, May 2, 2023

The project includes an interactive map where students can find various plant species on campus

Sunrise AU proposes Green New Deal to increase transparency with sustainability efforts

By Jenna Schwartz · Tuesday, May 2, 2023

From campus decarbonization to fair wages for University staff, AU activists demand more from the administration

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The Smithsonian National Zoo opens its Bird House for the first time in six years

By Soumya Sahay | April 26

Nearly 80 species of bird can be found in the new zoo exhibit

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Greenest of them all: Food blog helps students explore the benefits of a plant based diet

By Marina Zaczkiewicz | April 19

Student blog showcases tried and tested veggie-based recipes

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Sierra Club President Ramòn Cruz pledges for a more Inclusive organization

By Maria Tedesco | April 12

The SIS alumnus was featured as one of the Nancy Weiser Ignatius lecturers

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‘Change can’t wait’: Sunrise Movement demands Green New Deal at campus rally

By Patricia McGee | April 7

Sunrise Movement calls on administration to hear student body concerns over University’s environmental impacts

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Looking to amp up your sustainability shopping game? Try these local options

By Kathryn LaLonde | March 28

The Eagle’s recommendations for some of the best DC stores for environmentally-conscious consumers

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Seth Goldman spills the tea on social impact at Kogod’s Gamechangers in Sustainability series

By Patricia McGee | March 9

Goldman brewed up a batch of positivitea

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AU athletics department shines light on core values of sustainability at the ninth annual Sustainability Awareness Basketball Game

By Samantha Myers | February 14

Club tabling, trivia games and exciting prizes take to the court as the Office of Sustainability promotes campus sustainable resources.

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Ways to have a memorable, but still sustainable, Valentine’s Day

By Marina Zaczkiewicz | February 13

Celebrate your love for a significant other, friend or the Earth with these tips for having a sustainable Valentine’s Day

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Students Against Food Insecurity works to educate AU student body on food rescue and importance of combating food waste

By Hannah Langenfeld | January 20

SAFI aims to partner with campus faith and identity-based organizations on advocacy issues, organization leaders said

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Whose Land We Live On: How both local and global Indigenous issues intersect in DC

By Kendall Thompson and Kathryn LaLonde | December 16

Students reflect on their experiences of being Indigenous at AU

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Faced with burnout, law students turn to gardening for rejuvenation

By Mary Kett | December 11

Washington College of Law Community Garden provides stress-free environment for preoccupied students

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The US Botanic Garden celebrates the holiday season with annual ‘Season’s Greenings’ display

By Hannah Langenfeld | December 9

Two exhibits offer an inside look to how plants and flowers can interpret a story about agriculture and be used as building materials

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USDA Farmers Market showcases local farmers and vendors, providing fresh produce for DC in an educational and sustainable way

By Sachi Carlyn Lozano | December 2

Living laboratory facilitates immersive and interactive experience for market goers

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Friends of the National Arboretum puts on second annual Fall Festival

By Soumya Sahay | November 11

Event brought DC together to learn and buy from local, sustainable businesses

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Parklands, fashion and climate disaster

By Samantha Margot | November 9

Fashion consumers are asking for climate action

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Georgetown Fall Harvest Festival brings seasonal fun to DC

By Riley Gillis | November 8

Market supported local small businesses and brings fall-themed food, drinks and activities to attendees

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‘I Am On Native Land’ mural unveiled at The Bridge Cafe

By Kathryn LaLonde | October 24

Student organizations reflect on creating a safe Indigenous space at AU

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