Tagged - nature
birders log
Birder’s Log: Fall migration recap this month
During one of my recent morning walks along the Genesee River, a familiar bird popped up from the bushes surrounding the trail to forage. Its large size and telltale black and white stripes on the top of its head made it clear it was a white-crowned sparrow. Seeing this bird was a clear sign that fall migration was underway. Read More
birders log
Birder’s Log: California birding in Orange County
California has been an enchanting and unforgettable place to bird and encounter multiple different species in a wide variety of habitats. For me, Southern California has been a longtime favorite place in the U.S. to visit, and seeing this area’s wide variety of bird species and its diverse natural habitats has been a real treat. Read More
birders log
Birder’s Log: Springing into migration season
After walking around campus, as well as other areas such as parks in Northwestern New York, spotting birds has become more commonplace. The resident bird species are singing, foraging, and preparing to nest while many migratory birds are starting to arrive. Read More
art exhibit
“Smash the Crash” opens exhibition in Frontispace
If you’ve come across an incident of a bird-window collision on campus, you’re not alone. Read More
environmental appreciation
Respecting the earth we live on
We often forget to stop and take stock of what we are lucky to have here — both in terms of campus resources and the nature that surrounds us. Read More
art
How being a frog on a lily pad might save the world
The issue of who is mute and who can speak lies at the core of the climate crisis. Read More
COVID-19
Mother nature is sending us a message, or worse, a warning
While we’re home during this pandemic, we have plenty of time to reflect on our actions. Read More