Alumni Highlight – Caitlin Glagola ‘13

I have been drawn to nature and the sciences since a young kid, so it only felt natural to earn my bachelor’s degree in Biology when I attended W&J (way back in 2009-2013!). Although it seemed like an easy choice in the beginning of what major I would choose, it...
Donate Your Athletic Gear

Donate Your Athletic Gear

Written by Nick Krugh   It is important that we, as humans, know what we can do to help our planet and it is important to use Earth Day to educate ourselves on ways that we can do this. I’m writing to inform young athletes how important it is to donate used...
Environmental Literature Suggestions

Environmental Literature Suggestions

Written by Dana Shiller In honor of Earth Day, I thought I’d suggest some good reading from the wonderful world of environmental literature. Depending on why you read, you might find any one of these books great to curl up with on a cold spring evening with a cup of...

The Role of Nature & Mental Health

Written by Cathy Petchel There is a strong body of research confirming that direct contact with nature or even viewing scenes of nature, increases mental health and psychological and spiritual development. One of the most intriguing areas of current research is the...