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Article ItemHumor, storytelling, and empathy: Dr. Joe Albert on what makes a leader stand out , article
Joe Albert is a leadership coach, consultant, trainer, and Professor of Practice in Virginia Tech’s Master of Natural Resources program. We sat down with him to discuss what makes a good leader, and why it’s so important to have strong leadership in the sustainability field.
Date: Jan 10, 2023 -
Article ItemThe importance of ESG in meeting climate goals, with MNR graduate Lia Luczynski , article
With public health, climate, and social justice crises on the rise, more companies are prioritizing ESG strategies as a way to measure their impact on people and the environment. MNR graduate Lia Luczynski discusses why corporate responsibility is an important aspect of sustainability.
Date: Jan 03, 2023 -
Article ItemWater security—the humanity of it all , article
Water is a critical precondition for enduring human prosperity, but who owns it? Center Founder Dr. Michael Mortimer reflects on the ways water security is provided or guaranteed and the questions water rights raise in communities.
Date: Dec 06, 2022 -
Article ItemAlums share insights and tips for sustainability careers in the government, business, and nonprofit sectors , article
We are thankful for our incredible alums who make a difference in the world every single day. Ten of them shared their time and advice last month in the “Exploring Sustainability Careers” webinar series, co-hosted by our Career Coaches.
Date: Nov 22, 2022 -
Article ItemField investigation: Holding polluters accountable with MNR graduate Aundi Mevoli , article
MNR graduate Aundi Mevoli shows us that preserving the health of San Francisco Bay is no easy feat—it requires a bit of detective work and a lot of commitment. Aundi shares how her experience in the MNR program has helped her in a major career shift.
Date: Nov 15, 2022 -
Article ItemOyster restoration in Lafayette River: a success story , article
Oysters are a vital part of coastal health. MNR (Online) student Tom Johnson writes about the collaborative efforts focused on restoring populations, and in turn, the marine environment, along the shores of the Chesapeake Bay.
Date: Oct 11, 2022 -
Article ItemFinnish Lapland: authentically inauthentic or something altogether more wicked? , article
When it comes to climate change, the Arctic displays some of its most dramatic effects. Dr. Michael Mortimer introduces us to the Finnish Lapland and the many challenges that make it a fascinating destination for students of sustainability.
Date: Aug 16, 2022 -
Article ItemMNR alum sourav guha invites educational institutions to engage meaningfully with issues of representation and reparation , article
How can we ensure that diversity, equity, and inclusion are all centered in our work as sustainability professionals? sourav guha, MNR (online) alum, shares his experience in increasing the opportunities for students of color to gain access to higher education and excel in traditionally “white” fields, for example, sustainability.
Date: Aug 02, 2022 -
Article ItemMNR alum Adam Schellhammer expands his career to new fields and countries , article
The field of sustainability is one that requires everyone—from field practitioners to communicators to policymakers. Master of Natural Resources graduate Adam Schellhammer shares his unexpected career change from field to facilitator.
Date: Jul 05, 2022 -
Article ItemCLiGS Global Study returns with a first-time trip to the Baltic Sea , article
For the first time in two years, MNR students traveled on a Global Study trip, and to a new pairing of destinations—Finland and Estonia—where they learned about how governments and industries are transforming economies and landscapes in response to global warming.
Date: Jun 21, 2022
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