environmental studies
Virginia Heat Watch: Summer research focusing on climate vulnerability as part of statewide project

Randolph is one of 12 institutions in the Virginia Foundation for Independent Colleges (VFIC) collaborating on Virginia Heat Watch, which will map and analyze where residents are most at-risk during heat waves.... READ MORE >>
Small but mighty: Summer research evaluating the diversity of microscopic algae from the Eastern Shore

Aleighson Robertson ’24 scrolls through the images on her laptop, pointing out the microorganisms captured on each frame.... READ MORE >>
Randolph students continue ongoing project with 500-Year Forest Foundation

They are focusing on old growth forest assessment and invasive species management, building on work done during Randolph’s Summer Research Program in 2019.... READ MORE >>
Warren to lead regional efforts for statewide heat mapping project this summer

The project, called Heat Watch, will study where residents are most at risk during extreme heat waves.... READ MORE >>
Randolph announces 2020-21 Academic & Leadership Awards

2020-21 award winners ... READ MORE >>
Randolph Thrive: New student-led program emphasizes healing power of nature

Randolph Thrive is a self-navigated program based on research showing that time spent outdoors can reduce stress, anxiety, and depression. Organizers have designated seven spots across campus where students can connect with nature and find stress relief.... READ MORE >>
Randolph expands pollinator garden for Earth Day

On Thursday, professor Karin Warren, Sustainability Coordinator Allison Brooks, and a rotating group of volunteers expanded the pollinator garden located between Martin and Presser halls.... READ MORE >>
Randolph student pursues passion for sustainability at Lynchburg Grows

As a general farm intern this spring, Brooklyn Ford ’22 is involved in all aspects of the nonprofit urban farm’s daily operations, from planting to harvesting to composting. ... READ MORE >>
Randolph professor, students continue water quality monitoring project despite pandemic

Randolph’s 18-year streak studying the Blackwater Creek continued in 2020—just with some masks and social distancing thrown in.... READ MORE >>
Warren presents at environmental studies conference, elected to board of directors

Warrin, who was elected to serve on the AESS board of directors for a second term in June, made two presentations, including “Connecting Campus and Communities for Climate Justice” and “Getting the Most of External Reviews: Before, During, and After.”... READ MORE >>