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Category Archives: students
Earth Friendly Products CEO Van Vlahakis Receives Honorary Degree From Roosevelt University
One of Roosevelt University’s most accomplished graduates, Van Vlahakis, came back to school on May 4 to deliver the commencement address and receive an honorary degree. Two of Roosevelt University’s distinguished alumni, Van Vlahakis, owner and chief executive officer of … Continue reading
Congratulations to the Class of 2012!
Today, Alexandra Bishay, Thomas Hareland, Steven Roberts, Benjamin Schulman, and Amanda Zeigler became the newest alumni of Roosevelt University’s Sustainability Studies program. Congratulations to all! If you are interested in becoming a Roosevelt University student, we encourage you to visit our … Continue reading
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SUST 350 Service & Sustainability Course Canoes Bubbly Creek
This semester, Professor Mike Bryson is teaching a SUST 350 Service & Sustainability seminar focusing on urban agriculture in Chicago. In late April, he organized a canoe trip for the course, in conjunction with the Chicago Lights Urban Farm and … Continue reading
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Roosevelt University’s Sustainability Studies Program Offers Congratulations to the Class of 2012!
It has been just over two years since Roosevelt University’s Sustainability Studies program was born, but this academic year has seen our first set of graduates. Last December, Heather Diedrich became the very first graduate of the program, and on … Continue reading
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SUST 350 Service & Sustainability Work at the Chicago Lights Urban Farm
This semester, Professor Mike Bryson is teaching a Service & Sustainability seminar focusing on urban agriculture in Chicago. Here is a recent post he made about the course’s activities. This past Wednesday was the third week for my SUST 350 … Continue reading
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Local Sustainability Internship Deadline Extended to April 16
The ICA Summer Internship Program, “Accelerate 77” is an opportunity for undergrad and graduate students to participate in preparations for the September 15, 2012 Share Fair event that will highlight, connect and accelerate local sustainability initiatives at the community level … Continue reading
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Registration Deadline for Student Initiatives in Sustainable Agriculture Conference Tomorrow
Lawrence University in Appleton, Wisconsin, will host a student-focused conference on sustainable agriculture on March 31 and April 1, 2012. One of the keynote speakers is John Ikerd, a noted author and longtime advocate of sustainable farming. Here is the … Continue reading
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Student Initiatives in Sustainable Agriculture Conference (March 31-April 1)
Lawrence University in Appleton, Wisconsin, will host a student-focused conference on sustainable agriculture on March 31 and April 1, 2012. One of the keynote speakers is John Ikerd, a noted author and longtime advocate of sustainable farming. Here is the … Continue reading
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All-Ages Green Drinks Discussion of Sustainability Careers Tuesday Evening
Foresite Design’s Green Drinks series continues Tuesday evening with an opportunity for students to learn more about careers in sustainability. Google opens the doors of its Chicago office to Green Drinks for a panel discussion featuring inspiring stories of people … Continue reading
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Roosevelt University Awards First Bachelor of Arts in Sustainability Studies Today
After less than two years as a formal degree program, Roosevelt University’s Sustainability Studies Program is proud to announce that our first graduate walks across the stage at the Auditorium Theater this morning. Congratulations to Heather Diedrich! In November, the … Continue reading
