Last week, students came together at the Oregon Higher Education Sustainability Conference (OHESC) Student Summit. A panel of students presented the following vision during the closing session of OHESC, leaving conference attendees with a bold vision for the future of our Oregon colleges and universities.
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by Heather Elise S...
— February 4, 2013
by Emma Prichard
— January 28, 2013
Did you know that unplugging appliances when not in use or using a power strip eliminates “vampire” energy—small amounts of electricity sucked up by anything with a plug when it’s not in use? PSU EcoReps reached out to over 50 students Wednesday night as part of a build-up to Campus Conservation Nationals—a nation-wide competition to reduce electricity and water use in campus residence halls.
by Grant Lynn Neely
— January 25, 2013
After scrambling to find a ticket to last Tuesday’s lecture by Dr. Cornel West, acclaimed philosopher, academic, author, and activist, I was honored and grateful to have found what must have been the last available seat. As neither a philosopher, accredited academic, nor author, it’s a challenge for me to put into words the enthusiasm and passion Dr. West spoke with from behind the podium.
by Heather Elise S...
— January 23, 2013
Over the past few years, PSU has been working to create a more sustainable graduation ceremony to celebrate our students’ achievements. PSU’s new commencement coordinator, Nicholas Running, has a vision for a carbon neutral commencement.
by Kelli Martin
— January 8, 2013
As we start the new year, we all probably have some resolutions...why not tack on a few extra "green" goals regarding reducing, REUSING, and recycling?
by Jennifer Howlan...
— December 20, 2012
It is a joy this holiday season to reflect on the many accomplishments of our students, faculty, staff, and community over the past year.
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