Student Gardening
by Mara Erickson
"If people take an interest in this project and come to understand some
of the motivation behind it, perhaps they will take in interests in local
foods issues in general as well."
-Anne Peterman
Over by the big red barn by Baker Village, Luther College's old pigpen has not been forgotten. Although farms on Luther have been non-existent since the 1980's, Luther students have revived the idea of homegrown vegetables, fresh from the garden.
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What is it (and where is it)? The student garden is an ongoing project under the Environmental Concerns Organization (ECO) and their advisor, Jon Jensen, as a concentration on local food. Located on the north side of Baker village, it is convenient to access and take part in. Who can help? Involvement in Luther's student garden is open to anyone who "has an interest in supporting local produce, gardening, working outdoors," and having fun. (Anne Peterman.) How can I help? As the garden is in its beginning stages, there are plenty of ways to be involved with the project including coming to ECO meetings and pitching in on workdays. Other opportunities to help will no doubt be available as the garden "takes root." |
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Why should I care? This garden hopes to be a part of something bigger in the future in
terms of greater awareness for local food and other environmental-friendly
issues. Although starting small with plants such as beans and broccoli in the
greenhouse, one of the eventual goals is to supply the campus with some
of the produce that is grown. Anne Peterson adds, "It is also a
great way for some people to see the process of growing a meal from
the beginning." |
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Sources:
Chips: September 25, 2003 & April 22, 2004
Interview with Anne Peterman, April 2004