Join the Campus Ecochallenge, presented by Ecochallenge.org

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Reflection, encouragement, and relationship building are all important aspects of getting a new habit to stick.
Share thoughts, encourage others, and reinforce positive new habits on the Feed.

To get started, share “your why.” Why did you join the challenge and choose the actions you did?

Ariana Porcello 4/26/2021 8:25 AM

Great work everyone!! It was so fun doing this challenge with you again, thank you for your participation! If you won a prize you will be hearing from us shortly regarding receiving your prize. We came in second overall in the UST teams, great work!! For the MN EcoChallenge, final scores will be announced soon on which schools placed in the top 3. Thanks again for you hard work and participation in this year's challenge!

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Ariana Porcello 4/25/2021 11:59 AM

Happy last day of the EcoChallenge everyone! You are all doing such a fantastic job!! We are in second place so keep up the great work and lets pass the staff and faculty team!

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Water Get Involved in the Water Justice Movement

Who is affected by polluted water or a lack of access to water in your region? How are they affected?

Amanda Maier 4/25/2021 10:04 AM

Minnesota has a large Native population, and a lot of the water resources that they hold sacred have been endangered by companies trying to build pipelines, or harmed from drilling. I’ve gone to a couple of water warrior gatherings up north to help raise awareness and protest the pipeline they’re planning.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Action Track: Building Resilience Eco-friendly Gardening

What are the most prominent water concerns in your area? Examples include drought, flooding, pollution, access, security, and privatization.

Kate Achenbach 4/24/2021 10:32 AM

The most prominent water concern is water quality.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Health Healthy Sleep

Consider how many hours of sleep you get now. How would you like to shift your sleep patterns? What are you finding works for you to be successful in this action?

Kate Achenbach 4/24/2021 10:30 AM

I have to admit I have terrible sleep patterns but getting better with this will help my own personal daily successfulness and can help me every day!

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Waste Skip the Straw

How could you incorporate other "R's" -- reduce, reuse, refuse, repair, repurpose, etc. -- into your lifestyle?

Kate Achenbach 4/24/2021 10:29 AM

Using skip the straws is a great way to start incorporating the “R’s”! Bringing reusable bags to the grocery store and using reusable water bottles are other great ways to use the “R’s”.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Nature Go for a Daily Walk

How do you experience your neighborhood or city differently when walking instead of driving?

Amanda Maier 4/23/2021 9:16 PM

While walking instead of driving, you’re able to take in so much more of the neighborhood. You can smell bonfires, hear kids playing or dogs barking, and really just feel more connected to the environment and community.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Food Plant an Herb Garden

Consider the ways you can garden: a plot of land? a patio container? hanging basket? windowsill gardens? What would work best for your living situation and lifestyle?

Amanda Maier 4/23/2021 9:12 PM

Since I’m living at home this year, I’ve been able to expand my herb garden that I usually have in containers. I’ve added lavender to my usual basil, mint, sage, and rosemary this year!

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Emma Engebretson 4/23/2021 9:07 PM

The ecochallenge has helped encourage me to compost more. My roommates and I have just started composting and we are still learning but it has been a rewarding experience so far.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Waste Compost Food Waste

New to composting? Be sure to check out the action resource links to learn tips and more about it. As you transition from throwing food away to composting, what do you notice about how much you are tossing? How will you use your compost once it is ready?

Kate Achenbach 4/23/2021 8:06 PM

I am new-ish to composting! It has become one of my favorite things and I am so glad that the food excess will go to hopefully help something new grow!

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