Food Systems

April 5, 2022

Finding the Money: Develop proposal for the next Campus Sustainability Fund (CSF) grant

Utlized data, field trip experiences as well as new suggestions and ideas to write a proposal for the Campus Sustainability Fund (CSF) grant to support improvements to Green Square during the 2023-2024 academic year. Community Partners: Kyle McDermott (CSF Outreach Coordinator), Fotima Ibrokhim (CSF Outreach Coordinator)

Scope of Work: Create plan for the 2022 seasonal student worker position(s)

Investigated the scope of labor required for the forthcoming seasons of Spring, Summer, and Autumn at the UW Tower Urban Garden Space in order to develop a plan for the seasonal worker student position. By understanding the amount of hands-on effort required to complete the project, as well as the credentials and experiences that come…

Living Systems: Support soil health through a practical plan

Assessed the soil quality at the UW Tower Green Square to help support both the soil and possible future urban agriculture practices. Understanding the soil and how to best amend the quality will set up a strong foundation of growth, longevity, and sustainability at the UW Tower Green Square. Community Partners: Perry Acworth (UW Farm…

Mind the GAP (Good Agricultural Practices): Maximize the food donation potential of the space through crop planning & food safety

Developed a plan for how the UW Tower’s Green Square Garden will grow produce to donate to the UW Food Pantry. The goal is to grow produce year-round to supply the pantry with fresh produce, so that food pantry users have access to fresh produce regardless of what time of year it is. Community Partners:…

Placemaking: Design & maintenance for multiple uses

Created a plan of action that would expand the appeal of the UW Tower’s Green Square and allow it to support multiple uses. This project includes welcoming diverse community populations, urban agriculture practices, recommending therapeutic uses, appealing aesthetics, and long-term maintenance consideration. Community Partners: Cheryl Wheeler (UW Tower Green Team); Jacinda Luna (UW Tower), Troy…

Story-telling in the Garden: Create a communication plan for the garden

Researched effective means of communicating the stories of UWTower’s Green Square project. The goal was to increase engagement with the outdoor space by creating a welcoming area for all through the combined efforts of social media and strategic, inviting signage. Community Partners: Cheryl Wheeler (UW Tower Green Team); Jacinda Luna (UW Tower), Troy Swanson (UW…

Why & For Whom: Vision ideal uses and determine accessibility

Engaged with the vision for UW Tower Green Square to contribute to food system sustainability and equity. Community Partners: Cheryl Wheeler (UW Tower Green Team); Jacinda Luna (UW Tower), Troy Swanson (UW Tower) & a whole crew of folks from the UW Tower

November 11, 2021

A Qualitative Investigation of Resilience Among Small Farms in Western Washington: Experiences During the First Growing Season of COVID-19

The purpose of this study was to qualitatively assess the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on directly marketing small farms in western Washington State, with a focus on farmers’ experiences with resilience.

July 16, 2021

Building a More Resilient & Equitable Food System in Seattle

Community Partners: City of Seattle Office of Sustainability & Environment Analyzed resilience framework from Boston, MA in order to add recommendations to Seattle Food Action Plan and build more resilient and sustainable food systems locally.

The Making of Composting with College Roommates

Integrated research on the benefits of composting and experimentation by getting roommates to start composting.

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