Auburn, Ala. - Bee Campus USA has just recently announced its decision to name Auburn University as the first university in the state of Alabama to become an affiliate of the Bee Campus USA program. This program is designed to assemble the strengths of educational campuses for the benefit of pollinators.
Auburn will be joining the 39 other campuses who have made it a mission to help the Bee Campus USA program. All of these affiliates aim to raise awareness of pollinators, food production, native plant species and integrated pest management. They also aim to stimulate the economy through protecting these species and the services that those efforts support.
“Auburn University is a stellar example of the influence educational institutions can have on their students and the broader community. Their talented faculty, staff and students offer an invaluable resource for Alabama residents in seeking ways to manage ornamental landscapes in more wildlife-friendly ways," said Phyllis Stiles, Bee Campus USA director.
In order to hold on to this statusas a Bee Campus USA affiliate, Auburn must defend seven commitments that are focused on protecting pollinators, their habitats, promoting awareness and telling others how they can help.
Currently, the students organization, Auburn for Bees, already does what it can to spread awareness throughout campus about what students can do in order to save the bees. They also work directly with the Auburn University Laboratory of Insect Pollination and Apiculture.
“Spreading awareness is the easiest step a person can take if they would like to contribute to this cause,” said Kressie Kornis, president and founder of Auburn for Bees.
