Welcome to the Environmental Center (EC) Digest! Every two weeks, this little gem of digital media arrives in your inbox full of all things environmental, sustainable, socially responsible, and just plain "green".
Scroll down to check out:
- Environmental Center happenings and chances to get involved
- Community and campus events, initiatives, and opportunities
- Jobs, internships, workshops, and trainings
And of course, our thought-provoking opening thoughts from EC students and staff. Enjoy!
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The Importance of March
Once again, it is March. Though there have technically been 366 days since we were last in this month (2020 was a leap year, remember?), to many it does not feel that way. It has been one year of isolation and uncertainty, waiting and wondering. But March is so much more than a coronavirus milestone. Let's take a moment to celebrate something else about March that's important: it's Women’s History Month!
Throughout history, women have accomplished amazing things, sometimes even disguised as men through pen names or costumes. Many never gained recognition for their endeavors during their lives purely because they were women. They were either disregarded at the time, or faded from collective memory as our conventional history focused on the achievements of men. Today, we are lucky enough to be uncovering the truth about many historic moments and are able to give credit to the brave, smart, innovative women behind the scenes all these years.
The intent of this note is not to carry on bitterness from the events of the past; that, after all, is the past. This is a letter of hope for the future. As we push through challenges and hardships, we can be a source of encouragement and inspiration for others. Not only by working hard and bringing forth the truth of stories from the past, but also by advocating for equal treatment for all humans of the world. Women are an unstoppable force, and we know that. We will continue to do the amazing work that we have always done, and more. The future is determined by what we choose to work on today. And keeping that in mind, we can and will continue to achieve anything that we want.
Madeline Chandler
EC Student Media & Communications Manager
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Environmental Center Happenings |
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Events, programs, and ways to help make a difference! |
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Nice Work Clean Commuters!
Did you bike, run, walk, skate, or roll to work and school last week? If you did, and tagged the EC in a social media post that day, come by our office to pick up your free FLC buff!
P.S. You're entered to win a Hydroflask as well, good luck!
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FLC Student Renters: FREE Efficiency Kits for Your Home!
Sign up to receive your FREE renter efficiency kits today - just fill out this reservation form which includes a short survey on your home energy information. The kit includes LED light bulbs, low-flow water fixtures, and flyers with tips for reducing your energy use and saving money. Kits will be available on Tuesday, March 9 during our pick-up event. |
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Free Store is Back!
The EC's beloved Free Store (our own on-campus free thrift store) is open again to accept donations and for people to browse items. Donations can be dropped off anytime during the EC's office hours (9 AM to 5 PM). Please make sure items are CLEAN and that you (and any roommates) have had a green health pass for at least a week prior to donating.
As for browsing items to take for yourself, we are allowing people to view items in our office one person at a time during our new Free Store hours.
When: Wednesdays 1-2 PM
Where: EC Office - Student Union room 145
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Community Events and Happenings |
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What's Going On at FLC and in Our Local Community |
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March Green Business Roundtable
In the past year, many of our trails and recreation areas saw doubled increases in visitation. Learn about the impact of overcrowding on our public lands, and how the state, community, and outdoor recreation industry is handling the strain. Nathan Fey, Director of the Colorado Office of Outdoor Recreation Industry, and Brent Schoradt, Executive Director of San Juan Mountains Association, will share their insights, address the challenges, and highlight solutions to this mounting issue.
When: Wednesday, Mar. 10 from 12 to 1 PM.
Where: online
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Durango Natural Foods Student Discounts!
Love shopping local, but need a little help with the price difference? Durango Natural Foods is offering a 5% discount on every trip for registered students! You'll also gain access to special student pricing on over 50 items throughout the store!
Stop by the store and ask a cashier for more info, it's located just at the bottom of the campus front hill, at the corner of College (8th Street) and 8th Ave. (the Front Hill Road).
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Sign Up for an Old Fort CSA Today
Community Share Agriculture (CSA) is like a fresh local food subscritpion! Every week during the growing season you get a batch of fresh veggies from our very own Old Fort farm. The CSA returns for a 7th season, with pickups in Durango, Hesperus, and Mancos. The CSA features the very best veggies from our fields, tended by beginning farmers at 7600’ in Hesperus.
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Jobs, Scholarships, Internships, and more! |
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San Juan Citizen's Alliance is Hiring
SJCA is looking for a passionate, dynamic, organized, and technology-savvy Communications Manager to help grow our membership and presence in the Four Corners. We're also hiring an Energy and Climate Program Associate who will focus on public outreach, education and organizing to advance our climate campaigns. They're looking for passionate, dynamic, organized, and technology-savvy professionals to join our team. These positions are full-time, salaried, and have generous benefits. Professional training opportunities are provided.
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Internships at Grand Canyon Trust
Several paid internships are being offered for summer 2021 with Grand Canyon Trust! These are amazing opportunities for anyone interested in public lands protection, conservation, public policy, community organizing and advocacy, or coordinating volunteer programs.
Apply by March 16 at 5 PM (MST) for these great opportunities!
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Citizen's Climate Lobby Hiring Interns
CCL is accepting interns for 2020-2021! Positions are available in policy and advocacy, outreach and engagement, communication and education.
Applications due 3/31 for Summer 2021.
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Sustainability Leadership Training
Apply to gain knowledge often missed in the classroom! If you want to make a difference in the world of sustainability, this is a great resource for you. This day-long workshop earns you access to a network of like-minded professionals and students upon completion, as well as scholarship for continuing education.
When: Saturday, Mar. 6 from 9 AM to 5 PM
Where: online
Cost: $10
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Volunteer for Outdoor Colorado is Offering Scholarships
Volunteers for Outdoor Colorado (VOC) is offering four $5,000 scholarships to help make educational dreams possible for Colorado students who have demonstrated a proven commitment to environmental stewardship. It is open to high school seniors and graduate/non-traditional students.
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RAY Diversity Fellowship for POC Interested in Clean Energy and Conservation
Inspired by efforts to increase racial diversity in environmentally-related sectors, the Roger Arliner Young (RAY) Diversity Fellowship Program supports two cohorts of Fellows per year: RAY Conservation Fellows and RAY Clean Energy Fellows. The RAY Fellowship Program aims to increase and facilitate conservation, energy efficiency, and renewable energy-related career pathways for emerging leaders of color.
Applications accepted through February and March, 2021
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Labor Management on Small to Medium Sized Farms
This interactive seminar series will present highlights from recent research and extension projects focusing on labor management and decision-making on small and mid-sized produce and livestock farms. The series is designed for educators and researchers, with the goal of sharing knowledge and information you can use in your work with farmer clients and to inform future inquiry.
When: March 9-12; from 12-1 PM each day.
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Wallace Stegner Center 26th Annual Symposium
“The Plastics Paradox: Societal Boon or Environmental Bane?”
The program will explore the role of plastics in the modern world; the environmental impacts of plastic production, use, and disposal; plastics and the law; human health and plastics; and the ongoing debate about the need, viability, and desirability of alternatives to plastics. Day one will consider the life cycle of plastic, including the plastics disposal dilemma. Day two will place plastics in the larger context of our consumptive lifestyles and will be followed by two facilitated panel discussions—with extensive audience dialogue—about global, national, and local solutions to the plastics paradox.
When: Thursday to Friday, March 25-26
For more information and to register, visit the University of Utah event webpage.
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Be Sure to Share Opportunities with Us!
Hey there campus and community organizations! We pride the EC Digest in being an excellent resource for students and community members looking for jobs, internships, and other opportunities in this field. We believe in the power of strong social networks to share this important information.
Know of an opportunity? Be sure to email it to the EC Coordinator, Marty Pool at mlpool@fortlewis.edu
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Your Chance to Explore a New Advocacy Organization |
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Southern Utah Wilderness Alliance (SUWA)
The mission of the Southern Utah Wilderness Alliance is the preservation of the outstanding wilderness at the heart of the Colorado Plateau, and the management of these lands in their natural state for the benefit of all Americans. SUWA promotes local and national recognition of the region’s unique wilderness character through research and public education; supports both administrative and legislative initiatives to permanently protect the Colorado Plateau wild places within the National Wilderness Preservation System, or by other protective designations where appropriate; builds support for such initiatives on both the local and national level; and provides leadership within the conservation movement through uncompromising advocacy for wilderness preservation. |
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News and Inspiration from Our Community and Beyond |
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- Jaguars are being reintroduced in Argentina after a 70 year absence!
- Seville has a plan to turn oranges into electricity ?!
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