Hamilton Students Participate in Energy Conservation Week

Despite the cold rain and early winter-like weather, several Hamilton students participated in an campus camp-out that culminated the celebration of Energy Conservation Week. Hoping to save energy by cutting down on electricity, Hamilton students and faculty were asked to spend less time using energy-charged appliances and cars, and become less dependent on the luxuries gas or electrical energy provide. The week's activities began by focusing on using alternative modes of transportation around campus, such as bikes, rollerblades, skateboards, or by simply walking. Monday's activities included a parade in which many students displayed their alternative modes of getting around campus! Other events of the week included a campus camping cookout and the promotion of local agriculture in the dining halls. The events of the week were sponsored by the Hamilton Outing Club and the Hamilton Environmental Action Group.