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

By Patricia McGee · Thursday, March 9, 2023

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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 · Tuesday, Feb. 14, 2023

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

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

By Marina Zaczkiewicz · Monday, Feb. 13, 2023

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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'Barry Farm: Community, Land & Justice in Washington, DC' captures the harrowing tale of community, land and justice in Washington, D.C.

By Kendall Thompson | October 21

The film by DC Legacy project highlights the effects of displacement and living in the shadow of the federal government

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TDR’s reusable takeout container program diverts waste and provides convenience for students

By Mary Kett | October 17

One month in to the program, students continue to use containers, appreciating the environmental benefits

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AU Environmental Clubs come together for an evening of community building and environmental activities

By Samantha Myers | October 12

Garden event reflected students' passion for the community garden

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Sine Institute holds event with Patagonia CEO Ryan Gellert discussing Patagonia’s mission for sustainability

By Kendall Thompson | October 5

Conversation discussed Patagonia's founder's decision to donate his shares of the company to help fight climate change

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AU undergrad alum and attorney Steven Donziger speaks out about serving 1000 days of arbitrary detention

By Kylie Bill | October 4

Steven Donziger, who sued Chevron for $9.5 billion for environmental damages to the Amazon, travels the world speaking out about global environmental injustice and petitions to the Supreme Court

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AU students protest new fossil fuel projects at the White House

By Kylie Bill | September 29

Sunrise AU representatives say there is still work to be done

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Protestors from across the U.S. come to the Capitol to resist sacrifice zones

By Kylie Bill | September 19

Following the proposal of the Mountain Valley Pipeline by Sen. Joe Manchin, sacrifice zone communities come together to relay the message that they won’t back down

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Best places to go camping and hiking in the DMV area this fall

By Patricia McGee | September 14

Put your hiking shoes on and enjoy scenic routes and stunning sights in and around the D.C. area

The UFL and Why it's Good for the Sport

Section 202 hosts Connor Sturniolo and Gabrielle McNamee are joined by fellow Eagle staff member and phenomenal sports photographer, Josh Markowitz. Follow along as they discuss the United Football League and the benefits it provides for the world of professional football.

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