Medical ethnobotanist and professor at Emory University, Cassandra Quave, spoke to a full room during the annual Ethel Belk Lecture on Wednesday, Sept. 30. Quave gave the audience a thorough walkthrough of her book, “The Plant Hunter: A Scientist’s Quest for Nature’s Next Medicines.”
Southwest Ohio has numerous outdoor areas that students can explore in their free time, a well-known example being Hueston Woods. There are also many opportunities to venture off the beaten path and explore other unique areas, all under 30 minutes from campus.
This September, the first migratory armadillo in Ohio was found deceased. Now, the Hefner Museum and Jezkova lab are preparing to conduct research and debut the taxidermied specimen.
On Sep. 19, volunteers across southwestern Ohio and southeastern Indiana participated in the annual Clean Sweep of the Great Miami River Watershed event.
One thousand acres of natural areas surround Miami University’s campus and contain miles of interconnected paved and dirt trails for students to use. A small natural areas team dedicates their time every week to ensure the trails are safe and enjoyable for everyone.
At the beginning of the year, Harrison Shupe set a goal: to observe and identify 200 unique bird species in Ohio before Dec. 31. On Aug. 31, he found his 201st.
As the Miami University RedHawks kick off another football season, Miami sustainability advocates are making plays of their own.
This year, Oxford welcomed over 4,000 first-year students, bringing many new faces to the Oxford Farmers Market, where local vendors gather to sell everything from produce to refurbished jewelry.
Senior staff writer Venezia McHenry is bringing home more than souvenirs from Luxembourg -- she's bringing inspiration for a more sustainable community.
From waste reduction to native plant restoration, several Miami University students are spending this fall doing hands-on research experiences that will benefit future generations of Miami students.
Miami University's Outdoor Pursuits Center offers programming and exploration opportunities for community members of all ages.
The decision to approve a new arena project on Cook Field shocked Miami students and triggered a wave of conversation and debate. Given the project’s direct proximity to Miami’s natural areas, one concern brought to the table was the preservation of these green spaces.
Miami University has many ways to experience nature, through hiking trails and local parks. In addition, there are also many clubs and organizations that can connect the outdoors to academic interests.
In previous years, sidewalks around the seal, the Tri-Delt Sundial and the area under Upham Arch could be seen covered in plastic confetti following graduation photoshoots. This year, water soluble confetti has offered an alternative to plastic through a university-wide initiative.
Two years of construction on the North Geothermal Plant next to Millett Hall have come to a close. With big changes coming to North Campus in the form of a new arena and relocated intramural field, Miami's next steps in geothermal are taking this into account.
Earth Fest brought out local organizations, small businesses and local advocacy groups to put on a day of celebration for the community. Activities fostered a local love and appreciation for the environment.
The proposed Cook Field arena project will radically alter the landscape of campus -- and could threaten a centuries-old Osage orange tree in the process. Guest columnist and former EPA attorney James Vinch discusses the ramifications and ethics behind the decision at hand.
Miami hosted the 2026 SUSTAIN conference on Thursday, April 10. It brought together over 80 Cincinnati business organizations for discussion and showcased Miami's sustainability efforts along the way.
Engaging for Climate in Oxford is hosting their fourth art exhibition focusing on climate change commentary. The show provided artists of all ages and mediums a chance to provide their perspective.
Off campus fraternities took part in a competitive aluminum can drive during the week of Green Beer Day to win the recovered aluminum costs and $500 to philanthropy.