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Northland College teaching students talk with Washburn fifth graders

For Lucas, Elementary Ed Provides Pathway to Greater Good

Harrison Lucas '17

…that he’s done in his life and try to carry that on. Q. How was it coming to Northland College? A. I transferred here from St. John’s University in Minnesota. When I first got to Northland it was different to say the least. I was coming from a larger school,…

Setting the table at the Farmers Union Dinner

Room for More at the Table

Reflections on the Universal Power of a Shared Meal

…growing season. The Chequamegon Food Cooperative intentionally sources local fare year-round and encourages shoppers to “Chip Up” their order to fund micro-loans for farmers. The construction of the Hulings Rice Food Center at Northland College further cements Northland’s commitment to purchasing local foods, provides a state-licensed kitchen for entrepreneurs to…

Northland College student installing hoop house

Food Is Everything

Danny Simpson '18, Assistant Manager of the Hulings Rice Food Center

Danny Simpson ’18 worked on his aunt’s organic farm for six years before coming to Northland College, where he has played a major role in the food scene on campus—from managing the gardens to leading food and sustainability initiatives to catering art shows and parties. In April, he was awarded…

Northland College alum Roxanne Johnson at work at Blue Green Alliance

Uniting Labor and Environment

Roxanne Johnson '03 on the BlueGreen Alliance

…work to highlight the importance of supply chains that make the clean economy possible. Any key experiences at Northland College that shaped your career path? I did my environmental studies capstone with one of my best friends, Melissa Damaschke ‘03, on the energy component of Northland’s ecological footprint. I loved…

Northland College alum Abby Rose and her sister Yana Dee at Yana Dee Ethical Apparel

Thread of Hope

Making Fashion Ecological, Sustainable, and Just

…we’re chasing trends.” Abby Rose did not take a direct path from Northland College to Yana Dee Ethical Apparel. After graduation, she worked with AmeriCorps in West Virginia and then in California, where she oversaw volunteers and a gardening program at a nonprofit with eight gardens, a food bank, and…