Environmental Studies Conversations: Community-Engaged and Collective Action Learning Panel Lindsey Berk, Executive Director, ACORN Johanna Miller,Energy and Climate Program Director and VECAN Coordinator, Vermont Natural Resources Council Amy L. Redman, Environmental Justice and Health Equity Advisor, Vermont Department of Health
Franklin Environmental Center, The Orchard-Hillcrest 103
Hold the Salt: Salinity Influences Structure and Function of Streams Across North America
Most inland waters are defined by their low salinity relative to the oceans. However, both geological and anthropogenic processes can lead to freshwater salinization. This talk will summarize work done by Eric Moody and his research students at Middlebury College using ecological stoichiometry as a framework to study the causes and consequences of freshwater salinization in streams and rivers across North America.
“Animal Farming Should Be Environmentalists’ Central Focus” a Howard E. Woodin Environmental Studies Colloquium Series talk by Kevin Kuruc, Assistant Professor of Economics at Middlebury College.
Animal agriculture destroys more habitat than any other human activity and ranks among the most water intensive. The industry produces enough greenhouse gases to push warming close to two degrees on its own. And it causes tremendous suffering to the farmed animals themselves. No human activity is more at odds with our shared goals and values.
Franklin Environmental Center, The Orchard-Hillcrest 103
“Consilience, Ecology, and Public Education: A Look at The Walden Project and Perennial Learning” a Howard E. Woodin Environmental Studies Colloquium Series talk by Matthew Schlein, M.A., M.S.W. and Founder/Director of The Willowell Foundation.
Franklin Environmental Center, The Orchard-Hillcrest 103
Environmental Studies Core Conversations: Truth in Environmentalism Mez Baker-Medard, Associate Professor of Environmental Studies Dan Brayton, Julian W. Abernethy Professor of Literature and member of the Environmental Studies Program Molly Costanza-Robinson, Professor of Chemistry and Environmental Studies Joseph Holler, Associate Professor of Geography
Franklin Environmental Center, The Orchard-Hillcrest 103
The Scott A. Margolin ’99 Lecture in Environmental Affairs takes an interdisciplinary approach to the natural environment and human interaction with it.
In 1998, the Environmental Affairs Lecture was named in honor of Scott A. Margolin, of the Middlebury College Class of 1999. In his one year here, Scott established himself as a dedicated student of Environmental Studies, a leader in Environmental Quality and other student affairs, and an outstanding writer. He lives in our memory.
Franklin Environmental Center, The Orchard-Hillcrest 103
Come meet fellow Environmental Studies majors, minors, and faculty. Learn more about the major and opportunities in the program and get any questions answered prior to fall ‘26 registration. Prospective majors and minors are also encouraged to attend. Light snack and refreshments will be provided.
Franklin Environmental Center, The Orchard-Hillcrest 103
“Climate Change Impact During the Transition to Renewable Energy in the Natural and Social Landscape in Tierra del Fuego, Southern Chile” a Howard E. Woodin Environmental Studies Colloquium Series talk by Gabriela Mora-Klepis, Senior Research Technician, Geography and Geosciences Department, at The University of Vermont.
Franklin Environmental Center, The Orchard-Hillcrest 103
