Science

I’m a bad shopper. I put off going shopping and getting stuff I need. I show up without a shopping list. Then I wander around, and before I know it, I’ve spent a ton of time in Target or Walmart–and have a cart full of stuff! It’s not like I even really like shopping–in fact, … Read more

When I go home for winter break, I’ll be headed to New Jersey–and into another fight with my parents. I feel very, very strongly about environmental conservation. And I’m not thrilled with the way my parents keep their home. It’s a very comfortable home, don’t get me wrong! In fact, it’s too comfortable. My parents run … Read more

There are new subdivisions going up all the time near where I live, and not all of the residents are thrilled about it. I understand that it’s no fun when you trade open spaces for new neighborhoods, but I have to say that I find some of the opposition a little extreme. I’m not sure … Read more

I had a bit of an environmental awakening recently. I’ve always liked nature and the outdoors–I grew up hiking, camping, hunting, and all that. But for all the time I spent in nature, I never thought much about the environment. I like the woods but didn’t think about logging, loved the fresh air but didn’t … Read more

I was at a party the other day and started to talk to some new people. Good, right? Well, the conversation veered into politics and the environment, which is not so good. I’m not sure if I made friends that night–we’ll have to wait and see about that–but at the very least, I had a … Read more

I’m a graduating senior majoring in biochemistry. This last semester, I ended up registering for an industrial applications course. It’s the only non-advanced class I’m taking this semester, and yet it’s probably one of the most challenging. Almost everything we’ve covered in the class so far has been foreign to me. One of the first … Read more

Watching the news recently, I have become distraught over the state of our planet. How can I make my home more environmentally friendly? It’s an unfortunate fact that the actions of our species have a destructive effect on the world around us. Like other species, our species creates homes, eats plants and other animals, and … Read more

I found myself buying a shirt with a logo on it the other day, and I realized I was paying more to have the little emblem on my chest when I wear the shirt. I actually pay more to show off this shirt company’s brand, and I’m happy to do it! That got me thinking: … Read more