Parker Owens

I will create healthier school-life balance habits by setting boundaries around classwork, study time, and rest to support my well-being.

I will only check my email during school or study hours, using my personal time for activities that support my well-being and align with my values.

I will connect with a local nonprofit, environmental or otherwise, and find out how I can get involved or become a member.

I will sign up for a car-sharing service or coordinate ride shares with roommates, classmates, or campus peers to reduce the number of vehicles on the road.

I will take a walk each day to clear my mind, get some fresh air, and support my physical and mental health as a student.

I will declutter, clean, and donate or recycle unneeded items in my dorm room, apartment, or home to create a more peaceful and organized living space.

Historically, marginalized and low-income communities live closer to landfills, contributing to a multitude of health problems. I will find out how I can limit single-use items and do my best to limit the waste I generate. I will keep 2 containers out of the landfill each day.

Good sleep is essential for a healthy body and mind. I will prioritize getting 8 hours of quality sleep each night and develop a bedtime routine that supports rest and relaxation.

I will keep 4 disposable plastic bottles from entering the waste stream by using a reusable water bottle.

Plastic bags and small plastic pieces like straws are most likely to get swept into our waterways. I will keep 1 plastic straws out of the landfill and ocean each day by refusing straws or using my own glass/metal straw.