"We've all been changed from what we were
Our broken parts smashed on the floor"
- Editors
This poster details efforts from Drexel University Libraries to promote Drexel University's initiative to "go green." Jay, Peggy, and I wrote the content and collected images. Additionally, I researched and wrote up green-living tips for students at Drexel, designed the layout, formatted the poster, and drew the graphics for this fun poster.
- Shown at Drexel University Research Day 2009.
- Displayed in 2009 inside the lobby of W. W. Hagerty Library.
- Stored in Drexel's e-Repository, iDEA
Abstract:
Drexel Libraries has begun efforts to make our libraries more environmentally-friendly. In addition to improving workflow based on greening techniques such as energy conservation and paperless offices, we are starting a physical archive of vegetable and flower seeds, auditing all departments within the libraries for ways to go green, and following waste disposal and recycling efforts.
In addition to the physical efforts taking place in the libraries, the Libraries Greening committee is also spreading the word about our efforts and the efforts of Drexel Green, both to the campus and the world at large through the use of a "Greening" blog to track our progress, broadcast local environmental news and events, and provide regular tips for greener living. As a result, our patrons and staff are becoming more environmentally-conscious.
At Drexel, students are encouraged to work on projects related to Drexel Green Initiative through Freshman Design, Senior Design, or assignments through various courses. Through library instruction, virtual consultations from the Library's web site, and by dvelping collections in related areas, Drexel libraries aim to impart crucial information skills that students need to successfully complete these projects and assignments. This poster highlighs some of these initiatives and in the process, helps support the University's overall mission of "Drexel Green."
