Sustainability

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UW River Falls is a campus full of opportunities. It’s an inclusive forward-thinking learning environment built for students like Amber of Mount Calvary, Wisconsin. UWRF has a longstanding commitment to sustainability, engaging everyone to become more socially, economically, and environmentally responsible. Amber was eager to get involved the minute she set foot on campus. She really found her niche with sustainability. Take it away, Amber.

– Thanks, Alex. Hi everyone. You can find me in a variety of clubs and student orgs on campus here at UWRF, primarily in the Student Government Association Executive Board as the sustainability director this year, and the president of Bee Club. I always knew I wanted to go to UWRF because of the variety of resources and experiences available. Plus, there are plenty of outdoor activities and amenities through the university and public access. There’s always something to do. There are many ways to get involved in eco-friendly clubs and activities on campus which is something that’s very important to me. Specifically, I have helped our campus become a certified Bee Campus USA affiliate through our Bee Club and get to collaborate with other students and employees on promoting pollinator-friendly habitats. Other extracurriculars I’m a part of is the Optimist Club, Green Team, and I work in the Office of Sustainability. I love that I have so many opportunities to help our campus become even more sustainable, which brings in distinctions like Bee Campus USA. A key takeaway from my experience is the university offers many resources and networking opportunities for students to succeed in the classroom and out in the field. This includes resume workshops, professional headshot sessions, study abroad fairs, and so much more. My favorite part about these opportunities is they foster social, economic, and environmental sustainability on multiple different levels. This ensures students have the resources, networking, and experiences they need to succeed both in and out of the classroom. Now I aspire to support pollinator-friendly and sustainable projects. Overall, I have gained so many valuable life skills and experiences that I will carry with me forever. Back to you, Alex.

– Thank you, Amber. I love how UWRF is weaving sustainability into so many aspects of the student experience, and it’s not a passing fancy here at UW River Falls. Sustainability is even part of UWRF’s vision and core values and the campus has been recognized nationally for their commitment, and that is awesome. Take care.