South Carolina 4-H and FFA Teams Excel at National Contest On September 10, 2024, teams from South Carolina’s 4-H and Future Farmers of America (FFA) programs showcased their skills and knowledge at the National Wildlife Habitat Education Program (WHEP) competition held in Brownwood, Texas. Competing against teams from 16 states, the participants from Horry County […]
Environmental Education
Exploring the Importance of River Systems in Human Civilization
The Interconnectedness of River Systems and Human Civilization: Insights from the New Atlas On September 9, 2024, Professor Jim Best from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, along with his co-authors, released a groundbreaking book titled “Atlas of Global Rivers, Estuaries, and Deltas.” This atlas employs visual storytelling to showcase the historical, cultural, and ecological significance […]
Innovative Practices and Achievements in Sustainability Education at USC
USC’s Commitment to Sustainability: A Model for U.S. Universities On September 5, 2024, the University of Southern California (2024 USNews Ranking: 28) (USC) celebrated its fourth annual Green Week, marking a significant milestone in student engagement in sustainability initiatives. This event highlighted the university’s commitment to fostering a culture of environmental responsibility among its students. […]
Ohio State University’s OSEP Project Promoting Sustainable Development
Ohio State University’s Commitment to Sustainability: A Model for Higher Education On August 14, 2024, Ohio State University (2024 USNews Ranking: 43) (OSU) announced the launch of the Ohio State Energy Partners (OSEP) funding program for the 2024-25 academic year. This initiative aims to bolster sustainability efforts on campus through various projects, including establishing student […]
Analysis of California’s Environmental Education Status Report
The State of Environmental Education in California’s K-12 Schools: A Call for Action On July 25, 2024, the Lawrence Hall of Science at the University of California-Berkeley (2024 USNews Ranking: 15) , in collaboration with the California Environmental Literacy Initiative and Ten Strands, released a pivotal report examining the implementation of environmental education in California’s […]
Public Art Promotes Rural Community Development
The Role of Public Art in Rural Community Development: A Case Study of the University of Georgia Initiative On July 16, 2024, the University of Georgia (2024 USNews Ranking: 47) (UGA) unveiled an ambitious plan aimed at leveraging public art to stimulate tourism and economic development in rural communities. This initiative centers around the creation […]
