These Little Steps

      There is still much debate over the validity of Global warming, but there is no question that our consumption has had an impact on the Earth. If you were to take a walk around Florida Gulf Coast University’s main campus, you will see all kinds of garbage carelessly thrown on the ground. Many students neglect to pick up their litter, despite the convenient disposal and recycling units. Sometimes garbage can be found within mere steps of a recycling and garbage bin.Most of this waste is not able to decompose, such as plastic candy wrappers, and can impact the surrounding wildlife or impact off-campus locations when carried by the wind.  Sharing is normally a good thing, but is it really necessary to pass our trash along for someone else to take care of?

       Many bold efforts have been made by an “environmentally friendly” FGCU to make a difference and raise awareness but ultimately it is up to us, the student body, to make the change. If we can’t take the initiative, the only other option for FGCU would be to hire more employees for grounds-keeping. However, the hiring process would be lengthy, difficult, and an unnecessary expense.  The campus is so large that it would unreasonable to think the whole campus can be managed properly without help from the student body. As long as students continue to consume without properly disposing of trash, there is not more beyond what FGCU is already attempting that will make a sizable difference.  FGCU has put forth it’s best effort, now it’s our turn to be the difference.