Respecting bugs more could teach us to treat each other better
We need more compassion for bugs.
Two UMD alums went 13 days without food to protest climate inaction
“We have to act,” one of them said. “It's not even really a choice.”
Turkey alternatives aren’t the key to enjoying a meatless Thanksgiving
We shouldn't give tofurkey so much attention.
Meatless Mondays could have a big impact — but it should be a choice for students
Meatless Mondays might not be practical for all UMD students.
People need to be stewards of the environment — not just admirers of it
We need to rethink our relationship with nature.
Sustainability education should be a general education requirement
College students are the next generation of leaders. They must be taught about the environment.
UMD dining halls should participate in Meatless Mondays
If the dining halls are committed to sustainability, they must cut down on animal products.
These UMD students are trying to minimize excess trash on campus
They aim to teach students about the importance of waste management.
UMD DOTS wants to increase parking permit fees for students and residents
It would raise student commuter parking by $26.
The climate is in crisis, and buying offsets won’t save us
Buying offsets isn't the same as reducing emissions. UMD must do more.