“While people are willing to adopt sustainability practices for economic reasons, deep feelings of ambivalence, irritation and distrust towards “elitist” environmental activists do not diminish as new practices are implemented.”
Sustainable clothes — brand new to you
A new thrift store on Butler’s campus, Blue’s Closet, co-managed by two Butler students, ensures students have access to clothes in a simple, sustainable way.
Microtrends: Killing the planet one purchase at a time
“The next time you scroll social media and see a new trending item, take a second to consider if being trendy for two weeks is worth the permanent effects that microtrends can have on the environment.”
Butler gets thrifty after Blue’s Closet exceeds initial expectations
Blue’s Closet, a student-run thrift store, opens a two-day pop-up shop; Multimedia Reporter Reilly Byron gives us the story.
VIDEO: Broad Ripple Farmers Market celebrates 30 years of tradition
Multimedia Reporter Frankie Ponzio shines a light on the Broad Ripple Farmers Market: a local staple 30 years in the making.
The Butler Collegian DAWGCAST — Episode 5
Tune into the first show of the semester, Episode 5 of The Butler Collegian DAWGCAST! All things Butler University is covered in this fast-paced media show. Segments include the Butler Collegian Sports Report, This Month with President Danko, Club Chat and more. DAWGCAST is hosted by Multimedia Editor Eva Hallman. Tune in on Spotify or YouTube, at The Butler Collegian.
No Mow Zones add to initiative to ‘re-wild’ campus
Areas of campus are being blocked off and no longer mowed to promote biodiversity and chemical-free landscaping.
BU Be Green
Students and staff alike are working towards making campus more ecologically sound for future Bulldogs.
Graduating green: Sustainability on campus
Center for Urban Ecology and Sustainability, CUES, Green Grad program rewards students for living sustainably.
Bon Appétit makes changes to dining experience
New options to join familiar favorites at the dining locations on campus.