Earth Day Events at the Office of Sustainability
As the 51st anniversary of Earth Day approaches, we are excited to promote a month-long series of various sustainable virtual events hosted by departments across campus to educate the community and celebrate environmentalism! All events listed below are also available to view and register on Chapman’s Events Calendar. For more details as we get closer
District 15 Film
Join the Office of Sustainability for a screening of and panel afterwards of the short documentary District 15 on December 2, from 12-1:30PM. The documentary features the work of non-profit organization Communities for a Better Environment (CBE) which focuses on environmental justice and building healthier and sustainable environments in predominantly low income communities of color. District
Green Thanksgiving Tips + Composting
With Thanksgiving right around the corner, the beginning of the holiday season is here, and for many, that means food is on our minds, so we’ve got some tips for you and your loved ones about sustainable food options and proper composting. And while many of us are fortunate enough to have access to fresh
Vote for the Environment
As we observe the ever-changing political, social, environmental, and cultural climate throughout this fall in the United States, we also approach the election date in just less than 20 days. Due to many factors such as a pandemic and the demand for social and environmental justice, it is essential to exercise our rights to vote,
Back-to-School Sustainability Tips
1. Bring your dorm/living area to actual life From succulents to fresh flowers, plants are a great way to clear toxins from the air in your living space and add color to a corner. Studies have also shown that indoor plants can boost productivity, mood, and creativity – we could all use some of that
Intersectional Issues: Food Deserts
Even before COVID-19 seemingly took over any form of normalcy, millions of Americans struggled to have consistent access to groceries. A food desert is an area where there is lack of access to nutritious and affordable food, oftentimes due to a combination of having to travel farther to find healthier food options and also being
Intersectional Issues: Environmental Racism
It seems as though we have reached a new turning point in history – in the midst of a pandemic, police brutality being documented, and emphasizing social justice movements such as Black Lives Matter like never before. In order to address the concept of intersectional environmentalism, we must first acknowledge environmental racism. Essentially, this is
Fast Fashion and Outsourcing
If you go into your closet right now, it’s likely that most of your clothing tags read, “Made in China.” This is a result of large retail companies like H&M and Forever 21 using a technique called outsourcing to produce their clothes. Outsourcing occurs when a company hires an outside party to create their products.
A Fair Trade Valentine’s Day
It’s that time of the year again – almost Valentine’s Day! This year, we encourage you to look into the products which you’re purchasing for the holiday. Fair Trade is an institutional arrangement that allows businesses and producers to meet international standards on the production of goods. This organization advocates for environmental and social good,
Eco-Friendly and Affordable New Year's Resolutions
Consider committing to Meatless Mondays, vegetarianism, or veganism. Through purchasing whole foods such as fruits, veggies, grains, seeds, and legumes, you might be surprised with how much money you can save by cutting out animal products or processed foods while staying healthy at the same time! Stay tuned for our plant-based guide for Chapman and