Volume 7 Issue 1

Energy Campaign

September 11th–November

Farmers’ Market

Thursdays 11am-2pm

Green Dorm Demos

Wednesday, September 11th

Student Sustainability

Conference

Saturday, September 21

Harvest Fest

Saturday, October 26th

Campus Sustainability

Week

November 11th-15th

Oops...

Correction from our May bulletin: The name of the CBS6 meteor-ologist who spoke at our department's Family Earth Day is Nick Johnston, not Mark Johnson.

From the Editor

Academic Spotlight

Composting Arrives at UAlbany

Alternative Transportation

Green Workspace Challenge

Around Town

Opportunities

Announcements

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The Sustainability Bulletin– renamed

Green Scene- has gotten its summer

makeover and emerged with a

renewed vision. Our aim is to capture

the advancements and opportunities

occurring throughout UAlbany’s

burgeoning sustainability movement

that branch into academics,

operations, co-curriculums, and

research. In a rapidly evolving field, we

hope our bulletin will help you stay up

to date with progress on campus.

Our inaugural issue of Green

Scene highlights transportation

options. The summer season

welcomes us to step outside our single

occupancy vehicles. Greener methods

of transport, such as walking, biking,

carpooling, car sharing, riding the bus,

can get us from point A to point B and

from fossil-fuel dependency to a

healthier planet. Browse through the

issue to learn about changes you can

integrate into your lifestyle.

At its core, sustainability

involves collaboration, and people

often engage in collaborative

sustainable practices that deserve a

wider audience than they receive. So

we’d like to welcome you to share your

successes as well as challenges with

the rest of the UAlbany community. If

you’d like to submit written content or

pictures of sustainability happenings

(or even just alert us to an upcoming

event or new program!) email us at

gogreen@albany.edu.

Enjoy the issue and join the

conversation.

Mary Alexis Leciejewski Program Assistant

Office of Environmental Sustainability

Contributors:

Krista: add me as the editor

You decide on your title!

Sustainability incorporates environmental stewardship, economic

and resource equity, and social and community well-being.

At UAlbany, we believe sustainability is inherently rooted in local

place, where unique solutions will be designed by those who

intimately know a community. At the Office of Environmental

Sustainability, we strive to build partnerships across the University at

Albany and the region to shape a healthy, balanced future for all.

Studio Visit: Developing a Sustainable Artistic Practice

Professor Daniel Goodwin FA 217

#9759 M 1:40-2:35

Myths and stereotypes about what it means to be a contemporary artist are pervasive in our cul-ture. Discover what it really means to be a socially-engaged studio artist today by visiting the studios of artists at a wide range of points in their careers, from undergraduate students in classes to MFA students in seminars, to established artists preparing to install their work in a museum or gallery. Together we will dis-cover the diverse range of influences and approaches that guide these artists. You will experiment with techniques and processes through hands-on workshops as you explore the work of some of these practition-ers in depth through writing exercises.

The World Ain't Feelin' Too Good: Politics, Power, and Health

Professor Bruce Coles ED 123

#9874 TH 2:15-3:10

Everywhere you look—on TV, the internet, in newspapers—you see evidence that the world ain't feelin' too good. Even in a wealthy country such as the United States, a number of folks are not well. Now think about that for a minute or two, and then ask yourself the following questions: What do you do to keep yourself healthy? What do you think makes people healthy in the larger community? Does having access to good healthcare produce good health? Why does where you are born, who you are, and where you live affect your health? Do justice and fairness impact health and, if so, what can you do about it?

Come explore these questions and more. Together, we will challenge our personal and society's ideas and beliefs about what makes us sick and what makes us healthy as a people. We'll critically assess the evidence that tells a story about the world in which we live and the impact it has on our health. We'll chip away fiction from fact, weed out the dogma, and make some inferences regarding the truth. And we'll apply what we learn and collectively create some practical solutions for the future.

Choices for a Healthy Planet

Professor Mary Ellen Mallia ED 121

#7836 T 1:15-2:10

How do choices in everyday life affect the environment? Most people are disconnected from the process by which goods and services are produced and disposed of, making it easier to develop unhealthy habits for the environment. This course will explore the meaning of sustainability, consider the link between lifestyle choices and their impact on the Earth and learn about steps that can be taken to create a healthier plan-et. Students will engage in reflective discussions based on assigned readings and hands on activities de-signed to promote environmental sustainability at the university.

First Year Experience in Sustainability UAlbany offers a variety of First Year Experience courses that introduce freshman to the concept of

sustainability. If you are advising students or are a freshman yourself, do not overlook the following one-

credit classes that touch on a variety of disciples. The breadth of the classes demonstrate the relevance of

sustainability for every student.

Studio Visit: Developing a Sustainable Artistic Practice

Professor Daniel Goodwin FA 217

#9759 M 1:40-2:35

Myths and stereotypes about what it means to be a contemporary artist are pervasive in our cul-ture. Discover what it really means to be a socially-engaged studio artist today by visiting the studios of artists at a wide range of points in their careers, from undergraduate students in classes to MFA students in seminars, to established artists preparing to install their work in a museum or gallery. Together we will dis-cover the diverse range of influences and approaches that guide these artists. You will experiment with techniques and processes through hands-on workshops as you explore the work of some of these practition-ers in depth through writing exercises.

The World Ain't Feelin' Too Good: Politics, Power, and Health

Professor Bruce Coles ED 123

#9874 TH 2:15-3:10

Everywhere you look—on TV, the internet, in newspapers—you see evidence that the world ain't feelin' too good. Even in a wealthy country such as the United States, a number of folks are not well. Now think about that for a minute or two, and then ask yourself the following questions: What do you do to keep yourself healthy? What do you think makes people healthy in the larger community? Does having access to good healthcare produce good health? Why does where you are born, who you are, and where you live affect your health? Do justice and fairness impact health and, if so, what can you do about it?

Come explore these questions and more. Together, we will challenge our personal and society's ideas and beliefs about what makes us sick and what makes us healthy as a people. We'll critically assess the evidence that tells a story about the world in which we live and the impact it has on our health. We'll chip away fiction from fact, weed out the dogma, and make some inferences regarding the truth. And we'll apply what we learn and collectively create some practical solutions for the future.

Choices for a Healthy Planet

Professor Mary Ellen Mallia ED 121

#7836 T 1:15-2:10

How do choices in everyday life affect the environment? Most people are disconnected from the process by which goods and services are produced and disposed of, making it easier to develop unhealthy habits for the environment. This course will explore the meaning of sustainability, consider the link between lifestyle choices and their impact on the Earth and learn about steps that can be taken to create a healthier plan-et. Students will engage in reflective discussions based on assigned readings and hands on activities de-signed to promote environmental sustainability at the university.

Food and Our Future: Understanding Sustainability through

Science Literacy

Professor Irina Holden LI 48

#7880 TH 4:15-5:10

We often read and hear about scientific studies in popular media, but how do we understand and use them? In this class, students will study basic concepts of science literacy - civic, practical, and cultural - while learning about issues related to food sustainability, such as food supply, production, and consumption. Course activities will include examining case studies and learning basic principles of online research. On completing the course, students will have gained a better understanding of food sustainability, as well as of the importance of science literacy in their academic and personal pursuits.

Globalization and the Environment

Professor Robert Keesee ES 232

#7830 F 1:40-2:35

You’ve probably heard the phrase “The world is getting smaller”. Advances in technology, including communication and transportation, have made resources, goods, labor, and services more accessible from far ranging places across the globe. A challenge in a globalizing society is how do people respond to their local situation and at the same time maintain a global perspective. In other words, how do we “act locally, think globally”. What we will do in this seminar is explore how this process of globalization provides both problems and opportunities in dealing with the environment from the local to global scale. After a little groundwork is laid down, the specific topics will depend on the interests of the class. Students will be responsible for presentation and discussion of these topics.

Multiculturalism in Today's U.S. Society

Professor Blanca Ramos BA 224

#7882 M 2:45-3:40

How do your heritage, background, race and ethnicity influence your view of the world? Your day-to-day interactions? This course helps students expand their awareness and understanding of how culture shapes and influences daily life, enhance your appreciation of different cultural groups within and outside of the U.S., and prepare you to function successfully in cross-racial, cross-ethnic, and cross-cultural contexts. Topics covered include immigration and the immigrant’s experience, racial and ethnic identity, and western and non-western values. You will be encouraged to analyze concepts, issues, and themes from a social justice perspective. The course offers you an opportunity to heighten awareness of your own immigrant background, racial and ethnic heritage, and cultural values and beliefs, particularly as this will strengthen your ability to grapple effectively with issues of multiculturalism in today’s U.S. society.

Start Something that Matters

Professor Linda Krzykowski ED 121

#9761 T 11:45-12:40

“Start Something that Matters” to YOU: Be a Social Entrepreneur! Can you make money and do something meaningful? Can you be passionate about your career or is making money separate from doing what makes you happy? Social entrepreneurs are doing both and we’ll explore how in this class. Using the story of TOMS shoes, we’ll explore our interests and discover our passion.

First Year Experience in Sustainability UAlbany offers a variety of First Year Experience courses that introduce freshman to the concept of

sustainability. If you are advising students or are a freshman yourself, do not overlook the following one-

credit classes that touch on a variety of disciples. The breadth of the classes demonstrate the relevance of

sustainability for every student.

1. Reduce methane production.

Why Compost?

Composting Arrives at UAlbany

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Reports from the EPA have found that food waste comprises roughly 18% of municipal waste that is landfilled in the U.S., where the greenhouse gas emissions produced are 23 times more harmful than if composted. In January 2013, UAlbany began a composting pilot project at the Indian Quad dining facility to begin working on this issue. On Tuesday, June 4th, the UAlbany Sustainability Coordinators followed the path that Indian Quad’s food waste takes every day. The trip began with a stop at Indian Quad, where the knowledgeable Tyler Holloway of Empire Zero Waste, a food waste hauling company based in Castleton, NY spoke to the group which included representatives from UAS, the Office of Environmental Sustainability, the Library, and more. He told them about how his company collects and processes compost materials and gave a basic description of the regional composting business.

The coordinators then boarded a bus that followed the same 19-mile trip to Schenectady that the 32-gallon green totes travel everyday while most of us are still asleep. At the Schenectady County Yard Waste Composting Facility and Resident Recycling Center, the coordinators were greeted by the facility director who informed the group about how the facility worked, and the science behind composting. He introduced us to the “black gold,” or the nutrient-rich soil left over from composted waste. The director showed the group three different piles of compost, that had each been “cooking” for different periods of time. In the newest pile you could still see the waste, but in the oldest pile, the compost had broken down into dark, black dirt. Once the food waste is usable dirt, the Schenectady County Conservation District sells the compost product at a

reasonable price to residents. A number of U.S. campuses have

already successfully diverted their food waste from landfills using different methods including anaerobic digesters and vermicomposting. Utilizing Empire Zero and the Schenectady County Conservation District allows UAlbany to avoid building large and expensive infrastructure improvements involved with on-site composting. For example, some universities have invested over 4 million dollars to compost all food waste from their campus. The UAlbany composting project supports local businesses. This topic will be a discussion at the Student Sustainability Conference on September 21, 2013.

The Empire Zero Waste website emphasizes the value in taking small steps towards composting: “Compost Recycling is the first and most important step to changing how we think about waste.” The Indian Quad compost pilot will run through May 2014, which is the date of expected expansion into other dining halls.

“Compost

recycling is the

first and most

important step

to changing

how we think

about waste.”

2. Return nutrients to the soil.

1. Reduce methane production.

Why Compost?

2. Return nutrients to the soil.

3. Conserve water by form-ing soil that improves moisture retention.

4. Participate in a food cycle that supports local food growers.

About sixty percent of students regularly utilize alternative transportation, while only ten percent of

employee commuters travel by a mode other than their car.

All UAlbany staff and students can ride the CDTA for free simply by swiping their SUNY Card

Of course, some live too far from campus to use alternative transportation during the entire commute.

For these travelers, Albany offers seven park-and-ride lots that are easily accessible from NYS Thruway

interchanges.

One often cited obstacle for shying from alternative modes of transportation is the fear of being

stranded. But if you use alternative transportation three or more times a week, you are eligible for the

Guaranteed Ride Home program. This program provides a free taxi ride home in case an emergency

arises or if you unexpectedly work late.

Not convinced? Challenge yourself to leave your vehicle in the driveway one day a week for the month

of August, then keep track of any felt benefits and hindrances your experience. You may be surprised

to learn that you can reshape your trip to and from work without much effort.

If you can’t change up your commute, reconsider the cumulative effect of your regular errands.

According to Urban Cycling, forty percent of trips taken by Americans are under two miles, ninety

percent of which are travelled by car. Reduce the time in your car by planning ahead and consolidating

your errands to a single trip. Or if you are feeling up for it, put your legs to work by biking or walking

those shorter distances.

Shrink costs

The average commuter spends over

$7500/year on commuting expenses:

gas, the wear and tear on your vehicle,

maintenance on your vehicle, and

insurance. To pinpoint exactly how

much you spend yearly on your

commute, check out the commute

cost calculator.

Trim Your

Waistline

If you opt to bike or walk,

you can count on improved

health benefits. Biking at a

moderate pace burns on

average 400 calories per

hour for women and 450

calories per hour for men.

Decrease your

carbon footprint

A quarter of the American

carbon footprint comes

from motor vehicles. Each

gallon of gas burned

releases twenty pounds of

carbon dioxide pollution

into the atmosphere

It looks like electric vehicles may be here to stay. Sales of plug-in vehicles tripled from 2011-2012, and Americans have already purchased over 40,000 this year. UAlbany is making the switch from gasoline to electric easier with investment in an electric vehicle charging station. The Thurlow Terrace lot at the downtown campus boasts a spot for you to fill up by plugging in. Consumers swapping out conventional gas guzzlers for EVs can expect to save at least $2.31 per gallon. The new electric vehicle charging station is now open for business!

Electric Vehicles

Become a carpool convert. UAlbany is partnered up with iPool2, a ride-share and carpool matching service, available to anyone who lives in the Capital Region. The company makes it simpler for commuters to buddy up with colleagues who regularly travel a shared route.

This Fall, the UAlbany bus service is

making it more convenient for riders to

arrive at their destination. Each campus

bus is getting outfitted with a GPS

tracker, so you can anticipate if your ride

is running ahead of time or behind

schedule. The information will be

available using your smart phone, in

addition to the five screens that will be

located in high traffic areas across

campus.

Double Up!

Tracking Transit

For every

1 mile pedaled rather than driven, nearly

1 pound of CO²

is saved.

– (US EPA)

40 bikes were available at

8 different residential areas during the 2012-13 school year.

50% of students surveyed said they use the

bikes instead of driving.

8 more bikes will be added to the campus bike fleet

for the upcoming 2013-14 school year!

The bike share program continues to grow. We are working to

improve the quality of the service, the number of bikes in the

program and their availability.

If you bring your own bike to campus, be sure to register it (for

free!) at Parking and Mass Transit and then get it tagged by UPD to

prevent theft. Next year, the Planning Department and SA are

spearheading an initiative to develop a bike co-op. Campus bikers

will have access to tools and guides to tune up their bikes.

For every

1 mile pedaled rather than driven, nearly

1 pound of CO²

is saved.

– (US EPA)

40 bikes were available at

8 different residential areas during the 2012-13 school year.

Over 450

students took advantage

of the program during the

2012-13 school year.

8 more bikes will be added to the campus bike fleet

for the upcoming 2013-14 school year!

The Purple Path began as the vision of graduate students

in the Urban and Regional Planning Studio. The concept was

to create a pedestrian and bicycle friendly pathway

surrounding the approximately 500-acre uptown campus.

When complete, the Purple Path will be a full five kilometers in

length. These students, studying for their Master’s degrees,

drafted a proposal to implement this multi-use pathway on

campus. The University accepted the plan and began

construction on a small section near the athletic fields in 2007.

The Office of Campus Planning has adapted the Purple

Path plan and it is currently in phased implementation plan.

Phase Two was completed in the Fall 2012 in conjunction with

the construction of Liberty Terrace and the rehabilitation of

the Washington and Western Avenue campus entrances. This

section of the Purple Path covers approximately half of the

eastern side of the campus near Liberty Terrace, State Quad,

and Collins Circle. The recent construction, particularly at

Liberty Terrace, included a massive overhaul of the Indian

Pond area, including new trails and pathways, a bridge,

viewing decks and platforms, and seating areas. Phase Three

will complete the Purple Path on the east side, and Phase Four

will cover the entire western side of the campus. There is

currently no set date for the completion of the Purple Path

project, but it is a part of the current Facilities Master Plan.

Go out for a walk or a bike ride and enjoy the campus!

Consider your walking routine: according to the Federal Transit

Administration, the average American walks about six minutes

per day, against the CDC*-recommended 22 minutes. A good

walk everyday reduces risks of heart disease, high blood

pressure, or even back and chest pain. Campus Rec has

detailed 1-mile, 2-mile, and 5k routes.

A Look Back at the Purple Path by Jeremy Grunstra

Tips for Safe Biking

Ride on the right

Ride in the right lane, except when passing another vehicle, preparing for a left turn, or avoiding hazards.

Never ride against traffic

Always ride with the flow of traffic.

Obey traffic signs and signals

Use hand signals to advise motorists you plan to turn, change lanes or stop.

Make eye contact with

motorists Never assume a motorist sees you or that you have the right-of-way. Expect the unexpected such as: parked vehicles pulling into traffic; vehicle doors opening into your path; and debris on the road.

At night use headlights, tail-

lights, and reflectors

Always wear a helmet

The Challenge

How to Participate

This fall, the Office of Environmental

Sustainability is unveiling its newest

program, the Green Workspace

Challenge. It is a self-reporting system

designed to encourage faculty and staff

to make their workplace more

sustainable and to recognize their

achievements and progress.

UAlbany has made several commitments

to significantly cut carbon emissions and

to weave sustainability throughout our

operations. These pledges include the

Talloires Declaration, the American

College and University Presidents’

Climate Commitment, and the United

Nations Higher Education Sustainability

Initiative. SUNY has also established a

target of reducing our fossil fuel

consumption by 30% by 2020.

Small changes in our behavior have a

substantial impact in ensuring UAlbany

will achieve these goals. By joining the

Green Workspace Challenge, you will

gain recognition for you current

sustainable efforts and learn about ways

to improve the ecological footprint of

your workspace.

You will play a large role in shaping the

University’s Green Workspace Challenge.

Because each workspace will have

different constraints, we are trying to

design a certification program that

objectively recognizes the sustainability

efforts across campus.

1. Turn off lights and use natural lighting whenever possible.

2. Enable sleep mode on all copiers, printers, and fax machines.

3. Print smarter and save paper by printing double-sided and using wider margins.

4. Do not use screen

savers Instead turn off your computer monitor when you are away for 20 minutes or more.

5. Host paperless

meetings by sending out electronic copies of relevant documents.

Benefits

Contact the Office of Environmental Sustainability

to express your interest in being a pilot office for

Fall 2013.

Define your workplace. You are able to define your

own workspace that makes sense for your office.

For example, if you share communal areas and

resources with a department near you, invite that

department to join you. When reporting for your

workspace, please include part-time and full-time

staff, as well as students and interns. Additionally,

when you are filling out the self-assessment,

remember to include spaces that your office uses,

including storage areas, kitchens, and other shared

spaces.

Assign one or more representatives to serve as the

Green Office Ambassador(s).

Fill out and submit self-assessment.

Certificate to display in workplace

An electronic logo to displace on your

workplace’s website

Recognition on the Office of Environmental

Sustainability’s website

Ongoing support provided by the Office of

Environmental Sustainability to earn, maintain,

and improve certification

How to Participate

Photo Courtesy of The Giddy Up Facebook Page

Listen to Dr. Paul Roundy, Associate

Professor of Atmospheric Science at

UAlbany, discuss a basic overview of

climate change and weather at the

Albany Pine Bush Discovery Center on

August 15th at 7pm.

Albany Pine Bush

The first-ever Albany Mayoral Forum

on Sustainability was held at The

Linda on July 2. See where your

candidate stands on sustainability

issues by streaming the hour-long

program from WAMC’s website.

Experience the tastes of Saratoga while learning about what makes our area so special. Start at the famous Saratoga Farmers Market and taste some of the mouth-watering cheeses, tapinades and home-made jams creatively produced by local food artisans. At the same time our experienced guides will tell you the inside history of Saratoga and the area’s farm community - Tour runs on August 3rd from noon to 2pm. Click Here for more information and to book tickets.

Saratoga Springs

Food Tour

Mayoral Forum

Honest Weight Food Co-op moved to their new

location at 100 Watervliet Ave. in Albany. Honest

Weight is a member owned and consumer

cooperative committed to providing the community

with high quality natural foods and products. Browse

the Co-op’s robust event calendar for classes,

workshops, and lectures that highlight nutrition and

healthy lifestyles. Be sure to stop by August 8th for

their official Grand Opening!

Photo Courtesy of The Giddy Up Facebook Page

Saratoga Springs

Food Tour The Giddy Up

Book tickets (only $20 Roundtrip) now from Albany to Saratoga to spend a day at the track or enjoy a night on the town. Either way, save gas and stay safe by letting The Giddy Up do the driving! The Giddy runs when the track open.

Honest Weight Food Co-Op

Come star gaze for one of the biggest meteor showers this summer on the night of August 9th! Bring lawn chairs, blankets, and binoculars if you have them. Some might consider packing bug spray as well.

Meet at Dyken Pond Environmental Education Center at 475 Dyken Pond Rd., Cropseyville, NY at 8:30pm.

Star Gazing

This happy hour event welcomes all who have

any interest in connecting with other local

“greenies” be they actively working for sustaina-

ble options in their day job, concerned about

buying healthier foods and products, interested

in understanding alternative energy, curious

about local business opportunities, or simply

interested in meeting some of the coolest peo-

ple in the area. Begins at 5:30.

Green Drinks Albany 4th Tuesday of Every Month

Networking

Office of Environmental Sustainability Fall Communications Interns

Jobs

ACE educates and inspires young people to break through the challenge of climate change. ACE believes that achieving a safe and stable climate in our lifetime requires the ideas, action and influence of young people. Our goal by 2020 is to educate, inspire and activate 12 million teens and young adults as part of a multigenerational force for carbon reduction and healthy communities. We are well on our way to achieving that goal, having reached 1.6 million students since 2009 through dynamic, award winning multimedia school assemblies, student action campaigns and leadership opportunities reaching well beyond campus grounds. ACE has staff in 15 metro areas across the United States, made up of a passionate team of coworkers who believe youth have the power to change the world for the better. As Presenter, you will be on the frontlines of ACE’s award-winning multimedia education program. We need a dynamic, science-minded, education-driven performer to deliver our multimedia assemblies on climate change to high school students in the NYC metropolitan area. You’ll do phone and email outreach to schools to schedule assemblies and will be in the field with high school students, communicating the essential science of climate change in a lively, fun and unforgettable way. You’ll also work with the rest of the NYC team to connect youth to other leadership and engagement opportunities with ACE and the wider climate movement. You’ll work from home, meet regularly with other NYC-based ACE staff in person and online, and attend weekly national meetings with colleagues online. Click here for more information

Alliance for Climate Education

The Office of Environmental Sustainability is seeking three motivated and energetic interns to assist with

the publication of monthly sustainability bulletin, developing flier templates for a variety of sustainability

engagement initiatives, assisting with social media management and completing other assignments as

requested. The interns are expected work a minimum of 10-12 hours weekly. Internships are unpaid

though students may obtain academic credit through the Communications Department.

Qualifications:

Excellent writing and communication skills

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite applications, especially Publisher

Background or strong interest in environmental issues/sustainability

Project-oriented with strong self-initiative

Adaptable to organizational changes and new projects

Positive attitude, commitment and follow-through

Photography skills a plus

Deadline:

Applications for the fall internship will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

If interested, send a resume and letter of intent to Mary Alexis Leciejewski

at mleciejewski@albany.edu. Questions about the internship can be addressed to Mary Alexis at

518-442-2861

Interested in energy and sustainability? Share your thoughts, concerns, ideas and goals, while

developing your writing, reporting, and analysis skills. Our Energy Independence Community of

the Capital Region is seeking three student reporters to inform the community about their

perspective of environmental issues.

Report and comment on school and local events – on what happens or what doesn’t.

Discuss energy and sustainability issues and the implications.

Share your thoughts, observations and dreams.

Promote, motivate and educate in energy and sustainability concepts and skills.

Deliver one or two 600+ word blogs every month or two on Energy and Sustainability topics,

typically per school district. Incorporate pictures, video, and charts & graphs.

Work to your schedule - No Deadlines.

If you are interested contact DanG@OEIC.us.

Student Energy & Sustainability Reporter

Internships

Office of Environmental Sustainability Fall Communications Interns

The Department of Theatre is looking to rebuild its costume

and properties stock. If you have any clothing that you wish

to donate, we would be happy to reuse and recycle the items

in our productions for many years to come. Period-related

clothing would be most useful, but all is welcome. Also,

shoes, hats, gloves, costume jewelry, etc., are needed. If you

are wondering what to do with your Louis XIV sofa that is in

need of re-upholstery, the 1950s dining room set you are

finally replacing, Grandma’s old-fashioned Tiffany lamp, or an

incomplete tea set, consider donating these items or similar

items to the Theatre Department. Props in our current stock

have been used by theatres in productions across the

northeast; some have been in our possession since the 1960s;

but we are always in need of a few more items. As we are

quite short-staffed currently, we would prefer you to deliver

the items to us in the Performing Arts Center on the uptown

campus, but arrangements can be made for pick-up. Contact

John Knapp at jknapp@albany.edu to make arrangements or

for more information. All donations are tax deductible.

Upcycle on Campus

The Office of Environmental Sustainability will be moving from University Hall to Seneca B009 in Indian Quad by this

beginning of Fall semester. Stop by and say hello!

We’re Moving!

The Department of Theatre is looking to rebuild its costume

and properties stock. If you have any clothing that you wish

to donate, we would be happy to reuse and recycle the items

in our productions for many years to come. Period-related

clothing would be most useful, but all is welcome. Also,

shoes, hats, gloves, costume jewelry, etc., are needed. If you

are wondering what to do with your Louis XIV sofa that is in

need of re-upholstery, the 1950s dining room set you are

finally replacing, Grandma’s old-fashioned Tiffany lamp, or an

incomplete tea set, consider donating these items or similar

items to the Theatre Department. Props in our current stock

have been used by theatres in productions across the

northeast; some have been in our possession since the 1960s;

but we are always in need of a few more items. As we are

quite short-staffed currently, we would prefer you to deliver

the items to us in the Performing Arts Center on the uptown

campus, but arrangements can be made for pick-up. Contact

John Knapp at jknapp@albany.edu to make arrangements or

for more information. All donations are tax deductible.

The Office of Environmental Sustainability will be moving from University Hall to Seneca B009 in Indian Quad by this

beginning of Fall semester. Stop by and say hello!

Editor Mary Alexis Leciejewski

Creative Director Krista Bentson

Cover Photo

Dave Tieman

Writer/Photographer

Jeremy Grunstra

Writer

Mylene Assi

albany.edu/gogreen

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