Saint Peter's University
AC-4: Applied Learning
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4.1 Applied learning for sustainability program
List or sample of currently active/available applied learning or living laboratory experiences for students that address sustainability challenges:
Cura Farms, located on the first floor of the Mac Mahon Student Center, has been growing lettuce, tomatoes and herbs for nearly a year—this January marks a full year of harvesting food. So far the farm has grown and donated 160 pounds of leafy greens to the campus kitchen and dining services for special events.
CURA (center for urban research in agriculture) utilizes what’s called “tower gardening,” which is a state-of-the-art vertical aeroponic growing system.
The lab, which also employs 9 student workers, was built using funds from the PODER grant.
Are three or more institutional departments or units currently supporting solutions-focused applied learning or living laboratory experiences for students?:
Are there processes or tools in place to assess the success of the applied learning projects?:
Description of the processes or tools used to assess the success of the applied learning projects:
Is there an online portal or equivalent vehicle that documents completed, current, and/or prospective applied learning projects?:
Description of and/or website URL for the online portal or equivalent vehicle that documents completed, current, and/or prospective applied learning projects:
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