When it comes to sustainability, small everyday actions can make a big difference. Office of Sustainability Director Elisabeth Reed shared the following five ways Illinois State University students, faculty, and staff can contribute to campuswide sustainability efforts.
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The workshop is an opportunity to learn what Zero Waste means and how faculty and staff can incorporate these practices at Illinois State.
Illinois State’s Department of Chemistry has implemented several eco-friendly practices in its facilities.
Alex Hafner, a senior from Mahomet, decided to pursue a major in molecular and cellular biology due to his interest in research. This same passion drew him to Western Illinois University’s undergraduate research experience this summer where he continued his participation in the Integrated Pennycress Research Enabling Farm & Energy Resilience (IPREFER) Project.
Professor Noha Shawki received a grant from the Student Sustainability Fund in support of the independent study project on fair trade, which is scheduled to take place in spring semester 2022 and will include a week-long immersive experience in Costa Rica during spring break.
The Fall International Seminar Series, A New Normal in a Global Context, continues. Register at IllinoisState.edu/SeminarSeries.
Practices that protect headwater streams is the focus of an ongoing study lead by Dr. Joan Brehm. A Field Day will invite farmers to be part of that discussion.
Illinois State University’s Innovation Consulting Community (ICC) provides real-world professional experiences for undergraduate and graduate students from across campus. The program partners student consultants with actual organizations seeking insights about a variety of topics ranging from marketing strategies to product design to research questions.
Tom Harlovic said he could “go on and on” about what he learned from his participation in the Innovation Consulting Community (ICC) this academic year and described being a part of the program as “definitely one of the most impactful experiences” he has had at Illinois State University.
