Author Archives: Christina Erickson

United Way of Northwest Vermont – Volunteer Connection Listings

United Way of Northwest Vermont – Volunteer Connection Listings Week of December 25, 2017 By Sue Alenick, United Way Volunteer Columnist GIVE THE GIFT OF TIME! United Way of Northwest Vermont’s mobile-friendly Volunteer Connection search platform connects you to hundreds of volunteer needs with local nonprofits. Go to www.unitedwaynwvt.galaxydigital.com or contact us at volctr@unitedwaynwvt.org or 860-1677 to find a more needs. […]

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Sustainable Study Abroad Opportunity in Panama

 I’m the Chief Admissions Officer for the Kalu Yala Institute, a study abroad program in Panama focused on sustainable living, community development, and social entrepreneurship. Since the Summer of 2010 we have had students from 28 countries, 46 states, and 188 universities produce more than 500 individual research reports and projects in sustainability, across a […]

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Voice your opinion on what would help stabilize Burlington’s neighborhoods

I hope you can join us and voice your opinion on what would help stabilize Burlington’s neighborhoods.  You are invited (and send this others too): Interactive Community Open House Tues., Dec. 12th Join us anytime between 3 and 7 PM City Hall, Contois Auditorium Please give us your reaction to work completed so far on a […]

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EHS 100 Partners with Howard Center for a Donation Drive (T/TH of Finals Week)

My EHS 100 class partnered with Jen Colman to craft a donation drive for the Howard Center. Jen  spoke to my class a few weeks ago. The students learned how the Center functions and sustains itself. Needless to say, the success of the Center relies heavily upon its community’s support… yes, that includes US! A […]

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How YOU can use the Green Revolving Fund  – Next Proposal deadline is November 1, 2017

What is the GRF?  Primarily a fund that supports energy efficiency projects here on campus, BUT also has a portion available for projects proposed by Champlain College community members. The GRF aims to fund projects that: Promote awareness and understanding of sustainability in education, campus culture and behavior Directly or indirectly reduce Champlain’s environmental impact […]

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How Champlainers can help Defeat the Peak – Tuesday & Wednesday

As part of its Defeat the Peak program, Burlington Electric has issued a peak day alert, encouraging members of the Burlington community to reduce their energy usage on Tuesday from 6:00-8:00pm. If together we hit our targeted amount of load reduction, community nonprofit Steps to End Domestic Violence will be awarded $1,000. Burlingtonians can lend a hand by […]

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Invite to VT Movement Builder Spokescouncil: The Vermont Climate Union

Calling all Vermont movement builders! The time has arrived for the inaugural gathering of a new statewide Climate Justice spokescouncil, The Vermont Climate Union.  You are warmly invited to join us for this long-anticipated event. If you would like to come, please fill out this doodle scheduling poll and come continue to build this movement […]

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Registration is Open For EPA’s Sixth Annual Campus RainWorks Challenge

Campus RainWorks Challenge EPA is pleased to announce the rules for the 2017 Campus RainWorks Challenge. On this page: About the 2017 Challenge Calendar How to Enter Prizes FAQs Cooperating Organizations About the 2017 Challenge What is the Challenge? Stormwater runoff is a significant source of water pollution in communities across the United States. The Campus […]

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350VT Sponsoring Trainings/Programs: Empowerment, Climate Justice and Social Action Trainers

Check out these great upcoming opportunities with 350 VT! An Evening with Starhawk: Collaboration, Co-Creation, and Empowerment in the Climate Movement.  Sept. 26th, 6-8.30pm.  Montpelier, VT.  Interactive workshop with renowned activist and movement elder, Starhawk, offers the opportunity to engage in different ways of approaching strategy and collaboration.  Click here to RSVP.  Open to all. Building Ground Climate Justice […]

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