Greenworks Video

we are part of this, amazing!

Podcast Plans

Within the next week, we will create a podcast about the effects of climate change in Philadelphia. We will research the change it's creating, and what the city government and residents are doing to fix damages.
here is the outline for our podcasts
intro
body
-address problems: global scale, what is really happening, why?
-ways to counter act climate change locally, Greenworks -OF
-Target #1 Pros: increased use = increase frequency of trains, chaper. con: longer commute to work, dependent
-Target #2 Pros: lower garbag fees, cupons to recycle Cons: recycling not going to correct destination, time needed to seperate
-Target #3 Pros: helping families and homes, create jobs Cons: expensive, borderline qualifiers
Conclusion

Hey this video is a good example of why we should change the way we live on earth.please comment se comment

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On Friday July 17, 2009, University Green interviewed an internship group that is creating a website for parents and those unable to read. The internship is creating the website so that parents know what is going on in the school, because the school fails to inform the parents of school activities. We feel that parents should be informed about the progress of their children and it is sad that the school does not care enough to keep parents involve. Parents in the community want to be involved and it is proven when they work with the interns to help create the website.

Some parents care, but some are illiterate and the website is trying to help them by making videos in multiple languages. This is going to be very helpful and it is making a huge change. This website is creating a more welcoming community and comfortable environment for students and parents.

This project is funded by the Digital Service. To get more info, check out their blog at pevywp.blogspot.com!!!

Mock Trial

Mock Trial

We just interviewed the Mock Trial group in room 405 at Temple’s main campus. We discovered that they were planning a mock trial case on Badger aero mechanical. This company created windmills, which polluted the groundwater. They are debating whether it is legal or illegal to dump chemicals from the creation of windmills. Not only did we learn about what they are researching, but we also found out a little about them as a group. They are BITS mock trial, but they call themselves the G squad. They enjoy socializing with peers and mentors. Everyone in this group has their own role in the case that they will play, such as an attorney, witnesses, defendant, and plaintiff. At the end of the program, they will be acting in front of former mayor John Street. The program will help them become a better public speaker and build social skills. For more information go to www.bitsmocktrial.blogspot.com

Second Life Interview

Today, we interviewed the Second Life & African American History group, led by BITS program mentor, Liv. The program is based on the African American Landmark Project, which highlights several landmarks, locations, and people throughout the city of Philadelphia through the use of blue signs placed at various sites.




Through their mission of gaining understanding of Philadelphia landmarks, they hope to achieve their goal of creating a virtual simulation of these landmarks through the use of Second Life software.



They plan on choosing and focusing on one specific landmark or area, conducting research on the sites, and documenting and incorporating the information and images into the Second Life program. Today, the group will be visiting the Legendary Blue Horizon and Progress Plaza, located on Broad and Oxford Street.





When asked about the benefits of the program, the students said they were interested in the project because it gives them a chance to learn about their cultural history.





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At the College of Engineering the Environmental Engineering group measured the energy contained in food by burning it. We learned how many calories were in an ounce of Doritos. It was very interesting, can't wait to go back and learn more

Welcome!

Hello everyone we are a student internship group with the Philadelphia Youth Network blogging about the environmental research projects happening across Temple University's campus. Our mission is to increase awareness of these projects and to learn about social media in the process. The funding for our research comes from Mayor Nutter's GreenWorks project. Please Join us!!!