As the end of my CEP internship experience nears, I find myself reflecting on what has been an incredibly meaningful 6 months, and an important part of my graduate studies. I am fortunate to have worked with the Columbia Land Conservancy: an impactful organization, dedicated to conserving natural habitats and reconnecting …
“What’s a land trust?” is the response I get almost every time someone asks me about my internship. I’m always happy to explain, but I often wonder how the work of land trusts around the country can go unnoticed by so many? As I work towards my master’s degree at …
Most of us have had that two-week-old gallon of milk in our fridge we weren’t too sure about. When we check the expiration date and find that it expired two days ago…we become skeptical. Hesitantly, we take a whiff…non-conclusive. Some brave people might bite the bullet and actually have a …
Since returning from the BCEP trip to Oaxaca, Mexico, I have had time to reflect and appreciate the width and depth of my experiences. The food, the people and the environment of Oaxaca provided a rich cultural experience, that continually challenged my perceptions and expectations. Even though it was easy …
