Wildfires have been ravaging the California ecosystem for years now. Unfortunately, wildfires do not just affect those who can see their flames on the west coast. At different times within this past year, the eastern half of the United States watched in awe as skies filled with smoke, blanketing the country in gray and red hues.
Read moreSpring Covid Precautions Yield Increased Plastic Waste
Skidmore’s 2020 Fall semester proved just how different college during a pandemic would look and feel. One seemingly small but significant change is the use of plastic to-go containers in the dining hall. When students returned to campus at the end of January, this waste-producing routine was only exacerbated by the safe shelter mode that defined our first week on campus.
Read moreOPINION: The Intersection of Border Security and Natural Beauty
The southern border is home to many unique and endangered species that know no borders. Their ecosystem and habitat spans from Mexico, across the Rio Grande, and into the US. A border wall would cut their habitat and have negative impacts on their survival rate. A binational park would create a sense of community and cooperation between the US and Mexico, which would hopefully continue South.
Read moreFierce Fire: Skidmore Students in Oklahoma
If your Instagram was anything like mine towards the end of break, then it was filled with photos of excited Skidmore students smiling in front of large fires.
Read moreThe Story Behind Skidmore Student's Skin Care and Beauty Line, Nakeysa Naturals
Imagine being a full-time undergraduate student and running your own all-natural cosmetics line with products selling out left and right. That’s the reality of Environmental Studies major Nakeysa Hooglund ‘22 and her brand, Nakeysa Naturals.
Read moreWhere Does Skidmore Fall Within the Sustainability Discussions?
As students, we have to consider and learn how to be more environmentally conscious in our everyday lives so that we can take these practices beyond Skidmore.
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