Category: One Health
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The Psychological Toll of Abandoning Nature: Why We Should Care
The urban environment is taking a toll on humans, leading to higher psychiatric disorder prevalence. We have an innate love for nature, known as Biophilia, and studies show that it has a positive impact on mental health. Conservation is crucial for protecting not only our physical health but also our spiritual and cultural well-being. Without…
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Colossal’s De-Extinction Project: DelVal Professor and Students Give Thoughts
The Anthropocene era signals humans’ significant impact on Earth, that impact being mass extinction. Colossal Biosciences aims to resurrect Wooly Mammoths and other extinct creatures to improve ecosystem health. However, Dr. George doubts the project’s efficacy, citing ecosystem complexities. He questions prioritizing de-extinction over current conservation efforts. The debate raises concerns about the project’s feasibility…
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Opinion or Fact? What We Don’t Know About Food Labels
By Imani Walker/ Full360 Reporter Public ethics has made its way into grocery stores. Extra words on food packages greet customers as they stroll their way down the meat and egg aisles, drawing attention the more appealing they seem. The rise of public opinion determining the ethics in agricultural business models has influenced how businesses…
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Big Man On Campus! Delaware Valley University Welcomes ‘Roll With Joe’ to the Breeding Center
By: Imani Walker/ Full360 Reporter Roll With Joe has joined the Delaware Valley University Breeding Center to partake in the breeding program. Roll With Joe is a 2008 Standardbred Stallion who has earned $1.8 million on the race track. He originates from Blue Chip Farm who has been a wonderful partner to Delaware Valley University,…
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Colleges Against Cancer Q&A and Podcast
Host Bryan Winstead and Media Producer Emma Monismith / Full360 Student Media Full360 Media Producer Bryan Winstead recently sat down with leaders of the newly formed Colleges Against Cancer club, speaking with President, Sam Wilton, Vice President, Grace Wilson and the Treasurer, Gretta Schneider. In a 25-minute interview recorded by media producer Emma Monismith, members…
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Duck Banding gives students hands-on experience in wildlife conservation through Ducks Unlimited Club
The DelVal chapter of Ducks Unlimited visited Middle Creek Wildlife Management Area to capture, band, and release ducks for conservation. This allows biologists to monitor populations, migrations, and make management decisions. The changing climate is affecting waterfowl distribution, emphasizing the importance of wetland conservation. Ducks and waterfowl are crucial for wetland health and biodiversity.