“I didn’t have a broad concept of sustainability before connecting with members of the larger Oberlin community - the experience forced me to expand my definition”
“By engaging with the Oberlin community I learned how easy communication is and how many more people in this town would love to sit down and talk to you”
“I enjoy the hands-on work I do with the larger Oberlin community, like running the Free Store and food rescue”
“Covid has been very challenging. Climate change is going to bring on new challenges”
“In order to make bigger impact in the world, we have to have smarter consumers”
“Other people care about climate change and are working towards solutions – it's okay to feel optimistic!”
“My personal climate action plan is to change to LED bulbs in my house”
“To grow the love within Oberlin, we just need to continue the good things that we do now!”
“Sustainability to me overall… is saving the planet, and everybody has to be a part of that”
“Sustainability is really about continuously building or beautifying the Oberlin situation”
“Whenever you see there’s trash on the floor just pick it up, or if you’re going somewhere that’s nearby don’t use your car”
“I believe that many of the people in the community and college work together to try to bring the best to the community”
“Oberlin just has a really nice vibe”
“The town and the college are so close to each other, it really gives students and locals the opportunity to unite for common goals”
“It's joyful to bring students with me and see the self-esteem that the [Grafton] men are gaining through music”
“In Tappan Square, you sense the history of this place as you’re walking through it. I think the trees in this town are amazing”
“Riding your bike is very spiritual. You’re getting close to nature”
“The police department’s climate action plan is to purchase hybrid vehicles from here on out”
“Be motivated by what you care about”
“The sense of community is my favorite thing about Oberlin for sure - the friendships I’ve made with co-workers, customers and their kids”