Ecologue

Interested in having a leadership role? Want to help make Corvallis a more sustainable place? Then look no further! The Corvallis Sustainability Coalition is currently looking to recruit new members for their Steering Committee for a 2-year term.  The mission of the Corvallis Sustainability Coalition is to promote an ecologically, socially, and economically healthy city […]

Recently, the Oregon State University Spring Creek Project has received a $95,000 grant from the Oregon Community Foundation. The grant was awarded for the Project to oversee the process of “Forest Symphony”, a wind symphony composed by Hip-Hop Artist Paul Miller, inspired by Oregon forests. The Oregon State Wind Ensemble will debut the Forest Symphony in […]

Start the year engaged with your community! Fall into Service on Saturday September 26th! Join the Center for Civic Engagement and Student Leadership & Involvement to learn about and contribute to organizations that are doing great work to strengthen our local community while building connections with others at OSU. 5 projects (Stone Soup, SAGE Garden, […]

As mentioned in a post earlier, Corvallis is currently competing for the $5 million Georgetown University Energy Prize. In order to help spread the word about reducing the community’s energy usage, the Corvallis Environmental Center is looking for Public Outreach interns. The position involves tasks such as going door-to-door and tabling at community events. The […]

The Corvallis Sustainability Coalition is currently looking for volunteers (called Energizers!) to help spread the word about “Take Charge Corvallis”. Take Charge Corvallis is the coalition’s local initiative to compete for the $5 million Georgetown University Energy Prize. The initiative’s goal is to get all community members in the know about how important energy saving […]

Looking to become a Benton County Team Member? Well, here’s your chance! Benton County is currently accepting applications for their Sustainability Coordinator position. The position is a great opportunity to help work with Benton County’s newly expanded role within community sustainability and resilience. It is a full-time, permanent position.  Duties include planning, coordinating, and implementing sustainable practices within the Benton […]

Oregon State University is proud to demonstrate its leadership in workplace sustainability by supporting the development of the national plug-in electric vehicle (PEV) charging infrastructure. OSU is pursuing this goal as part of the U.S. Department of Energy’s Workplace Charging Challenge – a national partnership that aims to increase the number of employers offering workplace […]

The annual Benton County Fair (July 29-Aug 1) is currently looking for volunteers to help with the waste stations. Volunteers will help fair-goers sort their waste into compost, recycling, and trash. As compensation, volunteers will receive a FREE FAIR TICKET if they work 2 hours. Free parking passes will also be provided to all volunteers. […]

The Benton County Sheriff’s Office has partnered with the Philomath Police Department, Benton County Fairgrounds, and the Benton County Health Department to offer a Drug Take Back Event this Saturday, June 27th from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event is targeted to prevent the misuse of prescription drugs as well as to help keep the […]

Registration is now open for Day of Caring Service Projects on May 29th! Students, staff, and faculty are invited to participate in this day of service. Choose from 6 different projects with 6 community partners, which will take place from 2-4 PM or 2-4:30 PM. Check-in will be on campus at the MU Lounge with transportation […]