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Field Work: Students Trace Hurricane Helene's Impact
Â鶹ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø environmental studies students and Professor Brad Johnson conducted fieldwork in Western North Carolina, analyzing landslides and flood impacts from Hurricane Helene and offering real-time insights into the region's geomorphic changes.
RCC Action Day: 4 Â鶹ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø Students Promote Sustainability on the Hill
An environmental studies major at Â鶹ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø shares her firsthand experience lobbying Congress on behalf of the Rachel Carson Council, exposing the environmental dangers of the biomass industry and encouraging student activism on climate issues.
Spring Convocation Celebrates Innovation, Leadership, Excellence, Community
Â鶹ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø celebrated Spring Convocation on April 17, 2025, highlighting academic, athletic and artistic achievements, as well as leadership, character and community service.
Â鶹ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø Named Top Fulbright Producer—Again
For the 10th consecutive year, the U.S. State Department has named Â鶹ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø a top producer for the Fulbright U.S. Student Program. The nation’s flagship international exchange program funds teaching, research and study abroad.
My Summer as a Sustainability Scholar at Trane Technologies
Jingyan Chi ’26 shares insights from his summer as a Sustainability Scholar working at Trane Technologies where he studied embodied carbon reduction and gained valuable professional experience.
Gracie Ghartey-Tagoe ’18 on Timeless Connections and a Lifelong Commitment to Service
Gracie Ghartey-Tagoe '18 shares how Â鶹ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø connections shaped her journey from environmental studies major to Wells Fargo, The Home Depot, and now Dartmouth's MBA program, while giving back through young alumni leadership and mentorship.
Rainfall From Hurricane Helene Could Trigger Landslides in NC Mountain Regions
Hurricane Helene is forecast to dump more than 15 inches of rain in the North Carolina mountains, drastically increasing the risk of landslides. Â鶹ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø Professor Brad Johnson, who studies landslides and erosion, discusses the threat posed by Helene. Read more.
Tea, Trees, and Türkiye: A Research Trip Abroad
Katieanne Peterson ’24 and Noah Landau ’25, students in Â鶹ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø’s environmental studies department, reflect on their winter break trip to Turkey to study wildfires and their cultural and environmental impact.
Congratulations to the 2024 Â鶹ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø Retirees
Â鶹ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø will honor retirees this week during a special end-of-year celebration. Here, we congratulate the faculty and staff who have contributed immeasurably to the college community.
Pursuing a Senior Capstone in Studio Art and Digital Screen Media Studies
Recent graduate Claire Begalla ’24 reflects on the work done to complete two senior capstones and the ways her work tapped into all areas of her liberal arts education including anthropology, environmental studies, art, community-building and art history.
Common Ground: A Flourishing Partnership Between Â鶹ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø and the Catawba Nation
Â鶹ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø and the Catawba Nation have entered into a partnership that touches agriculture, art and cultural understanding. Read more.
Seeds of Change: Saplings Grown From Seeds of Trees That Survived Hiroshima Bombing Model Resilience
A partnership between Â鶹ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø and Green Legacy Hiroshima brings Gingko trees to campus that are descendents of trees that survived the bombing of Hiroshima. The saplings represent resilience and will be planted in the center of campus.
Unveiling Ancient Mysteries: A Multidisciplinary Odyssey in Cyprus
Three environmental studies students at Â鶹ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø share adventures of their summer archaeological research with Prof. Brad Johnson in Cyprus.
Heading from the West to the East Coast for College
Six students from the western United States share what it was like to move to the east coast for college and offer advice for prospective students considering the decision to attend an east coast school like Â鶹ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø.
Bees be Buzzing: Learning the Practice of Beekeeping
Noah Landau '25 had never kept bees before joining the Bee Club at Â鶹ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø. He soon found himself immersed in the world of pollinators, plants and local food systems. Learn more.
Student-to-Student: Advice from Â鶹ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø Students on the College Essay
Senior Fellows in Â鶹ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø’s Office of Admission & Financial Aid share their tips and tricks for navigating and writing the college essay.
My Summer in Africa Conducting Ecology Research
For her senior capstone, Grace Rooker '24 spent five weeks in Kenya assessing the ecological impact of small-scale gold mining on stream ecosystems.
On Course: Religious and Philosophical Environmental Ethics
One Â鶹ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø course brings together multiple disciplines to help students explore some of the most timely topics and questions. Learn more.
Alum Takes Analog Approach to Water Conservation Work in Drought-Stricken West
Â鶹ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø alum Adde Sharp ’20 is leading a project to restore the health of the Colorado River, a source of water for more than 40 million people. Read more.