Blog category: Sustainability in Action

Post contributed by Kenzley Defler, Office of Sustainability Intern Maiben Beard Maiben Beard came to Auburn University in 2008 as the Outreach Associate for the Caroline Marshall Draughon Center for the Arts and Humanities, a position she still holds. Her roles include increasing publicity for the department, planning events, and collaborating with…

Post contributed by Kenzley Defler, Office of Sustainability Intern It’s become a cultural expectation in our society for guests to receive luxurious treatment and be pampered when staying in a hotel. From freshly pressed sheets to a complimentary breakfast buffet, guests often take for granted the tasks done for them…

Post contributed by Ingrid Schnader, Office of Sustainability Intern When it comes to watershed issues, it can be difficult to get the surrounding community to care. Mona Dominguez takes a different approach with the Alabama Water Watch (AWW): this volunteer water-quality monitoring program gets people of all ages outside and…

Post contributed by Hallie Nelson, Office of Sustainability Intern Jeff gives a talk at Auburn's Bike to Work event. How did you get to your office or class today? Most people have a morning commute route that doesn’t change much from day-to-day. I know I do. I travel straight down…