Mission: To foster environmental literacy within the residential community and translate that literacy into sustainable behavior

"It has opened my eyes to all the many issues our world face regarding sustainability.  I feel a sense of necessity to be a leader in solving these issues.  It also provided an environment where I can express my ideas freely, and where I was able to practice leading within a group." --Eco-Rep, Fall 2011

What Are Eco-Reps?

The Eco-Reps program trains incoming first years during their fall semester to be environmental leaders at Davidson College.  Students learn about campus sustainability and apply their knowledge by leading peer eductaion initiatives in the dormitories.  Students go on behind-the-scenes tours of the Baker solar panel installation and other campus facilities, participate in workshops, and learn firsthand from Davidson faculty and staff working on sustainability at Davidson.  Eco-Reps earn a small stipend.

Eco-Reps learn about topics including:

• Environmental leadership
• Energy systems and the campus solar panels
• Local water issues
• Sustainable food and the Davidson Farm
• Recyling and compost practices
• Environmental Justice
• How to get involved in campus environmental clubs and projects 

What Do Eco-Reps Do?

• Attend weekly leadership meetings on Wednesday from 6-8 PM during fall semester
• Attend 2 Saturday field trips to learn about sustainability in the community
• Design creative ways to educate hall residents about sustainability
• Write 1 Davidsonian article
• COntribute to campus sustainability initiatives
• Network with sustainability oriented students, staff, and faculty

How to Get Involved?

If you are a freshman student who is interested in promoting sustainability in your residence hall and becoming an environmental leader on campus, fill out an application or email Allison Dulin for more information. Applications for Fall 2012 are due by Friday, August 31st at 5:00pm. Previous environmental experience is not required.