Student Waste not for those who has not
By: Anna Rapp
Issue date: 3/12/10 Section: News
At Simpson University, a number of girls have given up blow-drying their hair this month, while campus men are showering in the dark. All this and more is being done to aide the relief effort in Haiti.
How do these measures add up to a relief effort? It all started February 24, with the launching of Residence Life's 2nd annual competition "Waste Not For Those Who Have Not." Students are encouraged to take part in this friendly competition to lower their energy usage and water consumption in the dorms.
The greater community has been challenged to sponsor students by pledging money for each percent point lowered in the water and electricity they consume. All money raised will go to Haitian Relief Efforts, including the Simpson Haiti Relief Team, Haitian Christian Ministries and Missionary Flights International.
"That's as simple as it gets. It's more than just lowering the school's utility or water bill," said Becky Weber, Residence Life Supervisor.
"It's an opportunity to provide relief to those who desperately need it and promote everyday changes that develop stewardship."
Weber hopes that from this experience students will "become better stewards of creation and it's resources, while teaching generosity to others at the same time".
Weber believes this initiative works right along with the 'Simpson Way,' and what Simpson University stands for.
"Community: My Responsibility" is acted out as students are encouraged to evaluate their lifestyle patterns in contrast to the way that many around the globe live.
Different dorms on campus are taking different measures, both simple and extreme, to save energy.
Many unintrusive lifestyle changes may include turning off lights, appliances and faucets while not in use, and taking shorter showers.
These small disciplines can add up to significant lifelong habits and large statistics when looking at dorms of over 100 students.
Morgan-Sharpe Resident Assistant Ashley Braxton, is taking more extreme measures to help her dorm 'waste not.' Braxton is collecting hair dryers from Morgan Sharpe girls this semester to save energy.
Resident Director of Currie-Ediger Dorm, John Tuggle, is encouraging his men to go without electric razors for the campaign period.
In addition, for the fun of it, Tuggle is suggesting his men use hand held razors and wear mustaches in camaraderie.
The contest lasts for one month and ends March 24. The student body will be updated on dorm progress and rank at campus chapels throughout the month of competition.
How do these measures add up to a relief effort? It all started February 24, with the launching of Residence Life's 2nd annual competition "Waste Not For Those Who Have Not." Students are encouraged to take part in this friendly competition to lower their energy usage and water consumption in the dorms.
The greater community has been challenged to sponsor students by pledging money for each percent point lowered in the water and electricity they consume. All money raised will go to Haitian Relief Efforts, including the Simpson Haiti Relief Team, Haitian Christian Ministries and Missionary Flights International.
"That's as simple as it gets. It's more than just lowering the school's utility or water bill," said Becky Weber, Residence Life Supervisor.
"It's an opportunity to provide relief to those who desperately need it and promote everyday changes that develop stewardship."
Weber hopes that from this experience students will "become better stewards of creation and it's resources, while teaching generosity to others at the same time".
Weber believes this initiative works right along with the 'Simpson Way,' and what Simpson University stands for.
"Community: My Responsibility" is acted out as students are encouraged to evaluate their lifestyle patterns in contrast to the way that many around the globe live.
Different dorms on campus are taking different measures, both simple and extreme, to save energy.
Many unintrusive lifestyle changes may include turning off lights, appliances and faucets while not in use, and taking shorter showers.
These small disciplines can add up to significant lifelong habits and large statistics when looking at dorms of over 100 students.
Morgan-Sharpe Resident Assistant Ashley Braxton, is taking more extreme measures to help her dorm 'waste not.' Braxton is collecting hair dryers from Morgan Sharpe girls this semester to save energy.
Resident Director of Currie-Ediger Dorm, John Tuggle, is encouraging his men to go without electric razors for the campaign period.
In addition, for the fun of it, Tuggle is suggesting his men use hand held razors and wear mustaches in camaraderie.
The contest lasts for one month and ends March 24. The student body will be updated on dorm progress and rank at campus chapels throughout the month of competition.
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