Interested in sustainability and climate action on campus but not sure where to begin? All are welcome to drop by the EcoReps Community Circles, a space to meet new people, discover new opportunities, and connect with one another!
A different craft or activity that you can take home will be offered each circle as an easy way to connect and keep our hands busy. Bring your friends or come and meet new ones, we hope to see you there!
For 23 years the Knoll has been powered by students and the Middlebury community. Come join us in the garden! No experience required; please check out go/knollhours for more information
As the maple leaves turn gold and plant friends begin to fruit and flower, we are also welcoming one of the well-celebrated East/Southeast Asian festival - Mid-Autumn Festival, deeply connected with culture, community, and land. With the peak harvest season having come to the Knoll, it is time to celebrate this abundance together with friends and loved ones. Join us for a Mid-Autumn Harvest Festival at the Knoll with music, performances, and food!
Meet at the front porch of Franklin Environmental Center at Hillcrest to join the popular Fall Family Weekend Campus Tree Tour led by passionate Middlebury horticulturalist and tree expert Tim Parsons. Learn fun facts and hear stories about various trees around campus. Tim will also explain how he manages our rural Vermont campus as an urban forest.
This practice-based activity is open to anyone on campus, but especially those interested in thinking about ecology beyond traditional Western disciplinary lenses. We will use drawings and sound to consider the boundaries between more-than-human nature and embodied experience that Gloria Anzaldúa set out in her mediations, which proposed a feminist approach to the spaces and places at the U.S-Mexico border.
“Forest Recovery from Human Land-Use: Implications for Streams and Carbon Storage” a Howard E. Woodin Environmental Studies Colloquium Series talk by Stephen Peters-Collaer, PhD student in forest ecology in the Carbon Dynamics Lab at the University of Vermont.
Franklin Environmental Center, The Orchard-Hillcrest 103
For 23 years the Knoll has been powered by students and the Middlebury community. Come join us in the garden! No experience required; please check out go/knollhours for more information
For 23 years the Knoll has been powered by students and the Middlebury community. Come join us in the garden! No experience required; please check out go/knollhours for more information
Interested in sustainability and climate action on campus but not sure where to begin? All are welcome to drop by the EcoReps Community Circles, a space to meet new people, discover new opportunities, and connect with one another!
A different craft or activity that you can take home will be offered each circle as an easy way to connect and keep our hands busy. Bring your friends or come and meet new ones, we hope to see you there!
For 23 years the Knoll has been powered by students and the Middlebury community. Come join us in the garden! No experience required; please check out go/knollhours for more information
The Addison County Clean Energy Community is hosting Sun Day to celebrate the power of clean energy to save money, live healthier lives, and to confront the climate crisis by eliminating fossil fuels. Join us for a kid friendly afternoon of live music, food trucks, an electric vehicle petting zoo, art projects, face painting, advice on how to make the switch to clean energy, an opportunity to learn how to get involved in our local efforts, and more.
The 2025 Northeastern Old Growth Conference: Wildlands and Old-Growth Forests, co-hosted by Middlebury College and the University of Vermont, will be held September 17–20, 2025, at Middlebury’s scenic Bread Loaf Campus in Ripton, Vermont. Scientists, conservationists, policymakers, health professionals, writers, and artists will gather to share knowledge and inspire a future with more wildlands and old-growth forests in the Northeast. This year’s themes include The Future of Old Growth, Healthy Forests, Healthy People, and Old Growth Ecology.
The 2025 Northeastern Old Growth Conference: Wildlands and Old-Growth Forests, co-hosted by Middlebury College and the University of Vermont, will be held September 17–20, 2025, at Middlebury’s scenic Bread Loaf Campus in Ripton, Vermont. Scientists, conservationists, policymakers, health professionals, writers, and artists will gather to share knowledge and inspire a future with more wildlands and old-growth forests in the Northeast. This year’s themes include The Future of Old Growth, Healthy Forests, Healthy People, and Old Growth Ecology.
“AI and Climate: Superpowers for Good or Drivers of Destruction?” a Howard E. Woodin Environmental Studies Colloquium Series talk by Tim Profeta, Professor of the Practice, Middlebury College, and Senior Fellow, Duke Nicholas Institute for Energy, Environment, and Sustainability and Vee Syengo ‘25.5, Computer Science and English double major at Middlebury College.
Franklin Environmental Center, The Orchard-Hillcrest 103
The 2025 Northeastern Old Growth Conference: Wildlands and Old-Growth Forests, co-hosted by Middlebury College and the University of Vermont, will be held September 17–20, 2025, at Middlebury’s scenic Bread Loaf Campus in Ripton, Vermont. Scientists, conservationists, policymakers, health professionals, writers, and artists will gather to share knowledge and inspire a future with more wildlands and old-growth forests in the Northeast. This year’s themes include The Future of Old Growth, Healthy Forests, Healthy People, and Old Growth Ecology.
The 2025 Northeastern Old Growth Conference: Wildlands and Old-Growth Forests, co-hosted by Middlebury College and the University of Vermont, will be held September 17–20, 2025, at Middlebury’s scenic Bread Loaf Campus in Ripton, Vermont. Scientists, conservationists, policymakers, health professionals, writers, and artists will gather to share knowledge and inspire a future with more wildlands and old-growth forests in the Northeast. This year’s themes include The Future of Old Growth, Healthy Forests, Healthy People, and Old Growth Ecology.
For 23 years the Knoll has been powered by students and the Middlebury community. Come join us in the garden! No experience required; please check out go/knollhours for more information
Join Sustainability & Environmental Affairs (SEA) for our second annual Welcome Back Fall Social & Poster Session! SEA Summer Interns from Sustainability Solutions Lab (SSL), The Knoll, Climate Action Fellowship (CAF), and New Perennials will display their array of work in a poster session, and we invite you to come chat with them, explore their projects, meet the SEA staff, hear about our programs, and learn more about sustainability & climate action at Middlebury! All are welcome, refreshments will be provided.
Franklin Environmental Center, The Orchard-Hillcrest 103
For 23 years the Knoll has been powered by students and the Middlebury community. Come join us in the garden! No experience required; please check out go/knollhours for more information
Think you can tell the difference between real organic and fauxganic blueberries? Join us for a free blind taste test of soil-grown, organic blueberries vs. hydroponic counterfeits. Cast your vote, learn the truth, and tase some delicious berries!
In this Howard E. Woodin Environmental Studies Colloquium Series talk students currently enrolled in ENVS 0401 B Community-Engaged Environmental Studies Practicum with present work from their semester long community-engaged projects.
Franklin Environmental Center, The Orchard-Hillcrest 103
In this Howard E. Woodin Environmental Studies Colloquium Series talk students currently enrolled in ENVS 0401 A Community-Engaged Environmental Studies Practicum with present work from their semester long community-engaged projects.
Franklin Environmental Center, The Orchard-Hillcrest 103
Join us for a conversation with Brian Donahue, scholar, farmer, forester, and author of the new book Slow Wood: Green Building from Local Forests, published by Yale University Press.
How are governmental negotiations at UNFCCC Conferences of the Parties (COPs) shaped by generational gaps and questions about intersectionality? Former climate negotiator for the government of Mexico, Ivonne Maricarmen Serna ‘23, will speak about her experiences at UNFCCC COP-29 to the Middlebury community and broader public.
“How to Love a Forest” a Howard E. Woodin Environmental Studies Colloquium Series talk by Ethan Tapper, Forester, Author of “How to Love a Forest: The Bittersweet Work of Tending a Changing World.”
Franklin Environmental Center, The Orchard-Hillcrest 103
Come meet fellow ES majors, minors, and faculty. Learn more about the major and opportunities in the program and get any questions answered prior to fall registration. Prospective majors and minors are also encouraged to attend.
A variety of snacks and treats will be provided.
Franklin Environmental Center, The Orchard-Hillcrest 103
“Tell Me What You Think – Three Thousand Acres in the Champlain Valley: Middlebury College Lands Planning” a Howard E. Woodin Environmental Studies Colloquium Series talk by Marc Lapin, College Lands Conservationist and Associate Laboratory Professor in Environmental Studies.
Franklin Environmental Center, The Orchard-Hillcrest 103
Join us for an interactive workshop sponsored by Conflict Transformation and the Climate Action Program on Nonviolent Direct Action with Dr Emily Welty and Dr Matthew Bolton on April 8th from 2:30pm - 4:30pm. The workshop will include specific case studies and explore how to name a strategic demand, how to identify the opponent/decision maker and their needs, how to think carefully about tactics and what the ethical challenges are in building grassroots campaigns. If interested, please RSVP by April 4.
Emily Welty and Matthew Breay Bolton are members of a Nobel Prize-winner campaign to abolish nuclear weapons and 2024 Middlebury honorary degree recipients. At the beginning of their week-long residency, join a talk and discussion to learn about their work in Peace and Conflict Studies, disarmament, playwrighting, and activism.
Ancilleno Davis is an Assistant Professor of Environmental Science at the University of the Bahamas and Faculty Programs Coordinator of UB North Field Station. He grew up on New Providence Island in The Bahamas and has visited more than 13 countries and territories to deliver scientific talks or presentations on ecology and conservation.
Franklin Environmental Center, The Orchard-Hillcrest 103
Ancilleno Davis, Michelle LeFebvre, and Alexis Mychajliw in conversation
Ancilleno Davis is an Assistant Professor of Environmental Science at the University of the Bahamas and Faculty Programs Coordinator of UB North Field Station. He grew up on New Providence Island in The Bahamas and has visited more than 13 countries and territories to deliver scientific talks or presentations on ecology and conservation.
Franklin Environmental Center, The Orchard-Hillcrest 103
White, disabled, and genderqueer, Eli Clare lives near Lake Champlain in unceded Abenaki territory (also known as Vermont) where he writes and proudly claims a penchant for rabble-rousing. He has written two books of essays, the award-winning Brilliant Imperfection: Grappling with Cureand Exile and Pride: Disability, Queerness, and Liberation, and a collection of poetry, The Marrow’s Telling: Words in Motion.
Franklin Environmental Center, The Orchard-Hillcrest 103
Join us for a workshop with renowned writer, activist, storyteller, and poet Eli Clare to explore the ways in which we can share, model, and foster inclusive spaces, gatherings, and communities.
Co-sponsored by Climate Action Program, Sustainability and Environmental Affairs, Disability Resource Center, Office of Institutional Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Terry Kellogg ’94, P ‘24, ‘27 will return to campus for a conversation, moderated by Maeve Nolan ’25 (Economics major) and Santiago G. Canella ’25 (History major), about the pitfalls and opportunities of sustainable innovation. Terry is the Founder and Managing Director of https://helioscv.com/.
Environmental Studies Core Conversations: Success and Failure
Dan Brayton, Professor of Environmental Studies and Julian W. Abernathy Professor of Literature Molly Costanza-Robinson, Professor of Environmental Studies and Professor of Chemistry and Biochemistry Jeff Howarth, Associate Professor of Geography Dan Suarez, Assistant Professor of Environmental Studies and C.V. Starr Fellow in International Studies
Franklin Environmental Center, The Orchard-Hillcrest 103
Join us for a crucial discussion on the evolving political landscape and its impacts on climate research, scientific data, citizens, education, environmental justice and beyond. As government priorities shift, what challenges and opportunities lie ahead for scholars, practitioners, and advocates? Let’s strategize, share insights, and explore ways to safeguard critical research and inclusive policies in these uncertain times.
All are welcome—bring your questions, concerns, and ideas!
Food will be provided.
Franklin Environmental Center, The Orchard-Hillcrest 103
The 2025 Scott A. Margolin ‘99 Lecture in Environmental Affairs presents Dr.Jenna R. Jambeck, Georgia Athletic Association Distinguished Professor of Environmental Engineering giving a talk titled “Stories from Sea to Source: Reducing Plastic Pollution.”
“Exporting Extinction: How the International Financial System Constrains Biodiverse Futures” a Howard E. Woodin Environmental Studies Colloquium Series talk by Audrey Irvine-Broque, PhD Student, University of British Columbia.
Franklin Environmental Center, The Orchard-Hillcrest 103
Applications for the Climate Action Fellowship open in early March! Join us for an info session on this wonderful paid opportunity to build community and support around a diverse array of projects that bridge the gap between theory and practice in climate related work.
Franklin Environmental Center, The Orchard-Hillcrest 103
Do you speak for the trees? If so, come to EcoReps Movie Night (Wednesday, Feb. 26, 7 PM in Hillcrest 103) and spend time with like-minded sustainability enthusiasts!
The night will kick off with some quick trivia where you’ll have the chance to Kahoot your way into some sweet prizes. After that, our Lorax-ing will begin. Plus, we’ll have popcorn and snacks!
All are welcome: You, your friends, sustainability enthusiasts, Lorax enthusiasts, Kahoot enthusiasts, popcorn enthusiasts and more. See you there!
What is EcoReps?
Franklin Environmental Center, The Orchard-Hillcrest 103
Reduce Reuse Recycle Repurpose: Quilting for Change. An Art Exhibit and Quilting Event.
Featuring several decades of work of local quilt artist: Ann Eileen Miller Baker. Come learn or share your experience quilting. Bring pieces of clothing you want to turn into a quilt, potholder, wall hanging, etc.
*scissors, needles, thread and fabric will be available
Franklin Environmental Center, The Orchard-Hillcrest 103
“Here Comes the Sun” a Howard E. Woodin Environmental Studies Colloquium Series talk by Bill McKibben, Schumann Distinguished Scholar Environmental Studies.
McKibben will reflect on the sudden remarkable explosion of renewable energy around the world. The talk will include the climate implications of this development as well as the cultural and artistic meaning of reconnecting humans with the sun.
Bill McKibben is founder of Third Act, which organizes people over the age of 60 for action on climate and justice.
Franklin Environmental Center, The Orchard-Hillcrest 103
“Dispossession in the Heartland: A Critical Analysis of Consolidated Agricultural Power and the Path Toward Fair-Market Farmland Access” a senior thesis presentation by Windsor Smith ‘24.5, Environmental Justice major. Windsor’s thesis engages Marxist agrarian research to critique the actors, processes, and consequences of small and mid-size farm dispossession in the U.S., as well as potential solutions for improving future land access within a capitalist system.
Can you envision a world free of poverty on a livable planet? How can we influence the actions of global financial institutions to play a greater role in achieving such a goal? Please join this discussion with people who are actively engaged with this important topic both globally and locally. On the 80th anniversary of the World Bank and International Monetary Fund (IMF), a critical perspective on mandates and what lies ahead. Insights and observations will be shared by https://www.un.org/sg/en/content/profiles/mark-brown.
Peter Lovell Memorial Lecture in Architecture and Design:
Kevin Chu, Executive Director of Vermont Futures Project gives a lecture on “Housing and the Economic Health of Vermont”. The lecture will be followed by a Panel Discussion and Q&A.
