Author Archives: Randolph Sullivan

Participating in the invasive species removal at Bandy Field on Saturday, April 25 challenged and expanded my existing knowledge on both how invasive species operate and the importance of removing them. Prior to this experience, and especially prior to taking … Continue reading →

         This semester, our discussions about environmental activism and leadership made me think about what comprises successful environmental leadership. Key discussions for me included (a) how compromise happens between a variety of stakeholders (e.g., to determine the management of parks … Continue reading →

During class on Friday, April 18th, learning about water management methods in Copenhagen prompted me to think about the impact that climate change has on coastal communities and the need for solutions such as relying on green infrastructures to combat … Continue reading →

In our class discussion and activity on Friday, April 4th, we learned about the recovery of the James River after the kepone crisis and related ecological problems resulting from pollution and unregulated industrial development near the river. These issues challenged … Continue reading →

During our visit to the James River Association’s Buzzard Education Center, a moment that stood out to me was observing the river’s flow. In particular, I was impressed by the paradox between the river’s size and power and the intricate … Continue reading →