go green. Clair Hugo tells us more in this Bobcat Update.
San Marcos is known for its rolling river and beautiful, hill-country
scenery, and sustaining our community has been an important responsibility for
students, faculty, and San Marcos residents. Each school year, a different
Common Experience theme is designated by the University Honors Program. The
theme this year is sustainability.
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Among the environmental projects on campus is The Living Library, a garden
located between the Agriculture building and Hines. The Living Library has a
fruit, vegetable and herb garden nurtured by students. It is called the Food for
Thought Garden.
STANDUP – A rainwater collection tank has even been installed in The Living
Library to help minimize water usage on campus.
A composting operation known as Bobcat Blend has been introduced by the
Department of Agriculture. Students are encouraged to divide their compost into
food waste, plastic and paper. Likewise, recycling receptacles are located in
several locations on campus, and the Texas State Recycling Center has made an
immense impact on recycling services for students and staff.
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Texas State organizations also encourage students to ride their bikes to school
rather than drive. The annual Bike to School Day is celebrated each Earth Day.
Many students participate in this event, and free bike tune-ups and t-shirts are
offered in the quad.
Find out more about how you can help maintain our home at Common Experience link
on the Texas State website.
For Bobcat Update, I'm Clair Hugo.
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