“I walk to live”
“Oberlin is a place where things can be done first, and then be scaled up in the larger world”
“Learning the truth takes time, effort, and energy”
“Studying Environmental Communication motivated me to take a summer internship with Iowa Public Radio, where I focused on environmental issues”
“After years of effort and sweat, I’m proud to have graduated from an institution that achieved Carbon neutrality in 2025”
“Oberlin community members care about where their food is coming from and that it is sustainably sourced”
“Other people care about climate change and are working towards solutions – it's okay to feel optimistic!”
“My students are constantly doing community service and we interact with organizations like the Public Library and Oberlin Community Services”
“I think that's the biggest impact we can have; small efforts can make a big difference!”
“I have tried to help teachers to save water and electricity. It is good for me to figure out how to protect nature and the environment”
“I want to make a difference. I want to join groups that want to change the world like I do”
“My personal climate action plan is to change to LED bulbs in my house”
“I love the diversity and young energy of Oberlin. There’s a lot going on in such a small town!”
“To me, Oberlin has always had a little touch of nature; we connect to things differently”
“We do some pretty serious composting at Kendal. I’ve been saying we should get rid of the lawn-mowers and buy some goats!”
“It's joyful to bring students with me and see the self-esteem that the [Grafton] men are gaining through music”
“Being a part of OSCA has made me think about where my food comes from. It’s cool to know that we buy in bulk from local farmers”
“Oberlin just fits well with my idea of social justice and ecological awareness”
“In order to make bigger impact in the world, we have to have smarter consumers”
“The goal of climate protests in our community is solidarity with the whole world”