Alumni, Family and Friends
During the month of April, Citizen Science Month offered thousands of opportunities to turn curiosity into impact. There was something for everyone, everywhere! Penmen joined projects or events online and in-person to help scientists answer questions they cannot answer without the help of citizen scientists.
Food Bank Gardens
Many food banks operate a garden where they grow fresh produce for distribution. Oftentimes, volunteers are needed in the spring to prepare the garden for planting. We asked Penmen to reach out to their local food bank or pantry to get a better understanding of their needs. Feeding America is a great resource to help you identify your local food bank.
Plant a Row
Started in 1995 by the Garden Writers Association (GWA), the Plant a Row (PAR) program has encouraged gardeners all over the country to plant an extra row of produce in their gardens to donate to local organizations working to alleviate hunger and food insecurity. The US Department of Agriculture has some resources to start a community garden here.
SNHU community members planted gardens at home and joined community gardens, committing to deliver their extra produce to a nonprofit or neighbor in need once harvested.
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The SNHU Alumni Board of Directors asked Penmen to join them for the Walk the Talk Challenge. During the pandemic, board members noticed a lot more trash in their local areas. Knowing that people were itching to do something good for the planet, they encouraged SNHU community members to clean up while on a walk or run. Many cities and towns host a "clean up day."
We asked registrants to grab some gloves, a few trash bags and get outside (while following your local social distancing precautions, of course)! After, individuals reported the distance they covered and number of bags collected; see our progress here. Way to "Walk the Talk" and make an impact on the environment!
April 30 – May 3, 2021
City Nature Challenge is a 4 day BioBlitz where individuals all over the world head outside to document the nature found in their communities. Knowing what species are in our city and where they are helps us study and protect them, but the ONLY way to do that is by all of us working together to find and document the nature in our area. By participating in the City Nature Challenge, not only do you learn more about your local nature, but you can also make your city a better place – for you and other species!
How to participate:
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