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November 17 - November 21, 2025
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Imre Barna

Rethink Waste

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  • 150 TOTAL

participant impact

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    spent learning

Imre's actions

Day 1 - Rethink Waste

Test Your Waste Knowledge: Rethink Waste 201

I will take the waste quiz to ensure I know what is compostable, recyclable, and what goes to the landfill.

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Day 1 - Rethink Waste

Take and Send a Photo

Take a photo of yourself from either the Sorting Event, the Milo refill station, or your visit to the Spider Exchange, and send it to [email protected]. If you submit each day, send a different photo. These photos may be used by the Rethink Waste team.

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Day 2 - Preservation & Conservation

SUPPORT LOCAL POLLINATORS

At least 30% of crops and 90% of flowering plants rely on pollinators to produce fruit. I will spend 30 minutes researching which plants support local native pollinators.

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Day 2 - Preservation & Conservation

Volunteer for an Invasive Species Removal

I will volunteer to remove invasive species in my community. There are options to join on Wednesday at Belle Isle or Friday on campus – conservation’s a good idea any day of the week!

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Day 3 - Food & Agriculture

Determine Your Food Footprint

I will spend 30 minutes learning about the footprint of my food choices.

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Day 3 - Food & Agriculture

Attend International Dinner

I will attend the International Dinner at Heilman Dining Hall from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m.

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Day 3 - Food & Agriculture

Learn About the Farm Bill

I will learn more about the Farm Bill and how it impacts public health and public lands.

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Day 2 - Preservation & Conservation

Read About James River & Ghanaian Waterway Restoration Efforts 

I will learn more about the history of the James River in Richmond and restoration plans for waterways in Ghana, including the Korle Lagoon, and what efforts are being done today to protect these waters.

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Day 2 - Preservation & Conservation

Learn About Conservation Practices in Ghana and Organizations Protecting Natural Land

I will learn about how conservation practices are enacted in Ghana, and I will read about the organizations protecting this land.

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Day 2 - Preservation & Conservation

Learn about indigenous tribes' relationship to the land

I will learn more about the traditional practices of land care and management.

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Day 2 - Preservation & Conservation

Read about Ghanaian Wildlife Areas

I will virtually visit popular wildlife areas and parks in Ghana.

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Day 2 - Preservation & Conservation

Take a photo of a native plant

I will take a photo of a native plant and upload it to the Feed.

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Participant Feed

  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Day 2 - Preservation & Conservation
    Why are invasive plant species harmful?

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    Imre Barna 11/21/2025 12:58 PM
    Invasive species can displace native plant populations by outcompeting for nutrients, light, or other resources, reducing food for native species and possibly even changing the landscape.
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Day 3 - Food & Agriculture
    What are some slight alterations you can make to your diet to make it more environmentally conscious?

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    Imre Barna 11/21/2025 12:55 PM
    While I don't eat meat products, I could cut down on my dairy and cheese consumption.
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Day 1 - Rethink Waste
    What was one question that surprised you? Are there any items you still have questions about?

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    Imre Barna 11/21/2025 10:44 AM
    It is surprising that solo cups and styrofoam are the same type of plastic. It is also suprising that solo cups continue to be plastic #6 even though it is not easily or often accepted by recycling facilities.