“What in the world are we doing by reading environmental literature?” asks Greta Gaard. I often wonder the same thing and feel like reading books about environmental issues will never be enough to help. Sometimes it feels like all the glaciers will melt, the ocean …
Science & Environment
We asked students: What comes to mind when you think of the climate crisis?
“I’m angry that the planet is changing and nobody cares.” “I just wish that more people would take action and be more aware of their impact.” “I wish that more people would think critically about it.” “I feel like it makes my generation feel hopeless.” …
The Indiana bat: An endangered species and its recent conservation efforts
By Isabella Diehl The Indiana bat is listed as an endangered species under the Endangered Species Act of 1973. It is important that we work on their conservation as the population continues to diminish. These bats are crucial parts of the ecosystem and provide many …
Math professor’s algorithm predicts OHSAA games with 75% accuracy
By Abhinav Randive Anyone visiting Taylor Hall might run into Drew Pasteur, professor of mathematics. However, very few people would guess that he has been consistently predicting the outcomes of Ohio high school football games with high accuracy for the past decade. A NC State …
Sustainability over superstitions at Party for the Planet
by Sara Moore This past Friday, Oct. 13, was the first ever Party for the Planet which promoted sustainability and environmentally friendly activities both on and off campus. From 5-9 p.m., the Res Quad was filled with music, donuts, cider and tables that focused on …
ScotShare service offers new transportation option to students
by Caroline Ward Since the start of the 2023-24 academic year, The College of Wooster campus has seen a concentrated shift toward greater eco-consciousness and the implementation of new sustainability initiatives, including the appointment of Brian Webb as Wooster’s inaugural Director of Sustainability in August. …