Bartram Trail hike

May 18, 2012
Filed under Multimedia, Student Life, Student Life, Top Stories, Video

Few people ever have to put their survival skills to the test, but these skills will be critical for two sophomores. Liam Foskett will embark on an 87 mile hike on the Appalachian Trail this July. Anna Marker and Jeanelle Seals found out what it takes to prepare for that kind of trip. [vimeo 42338387... Read more »

Record-setting pollen cripples allergy sufferers

Mary Adams, DEC crew
April 20, 2012
Filed under News, Top Stories

Every year, Georgia springs bring beautiful flowers and trees. But this year, they are (literally) breathtaking. Sophomore Ashleigh Baker knows all too well the consequences of merely stepping outside during March and April. “I’ve had asthma and pollen allergies my whole life. The pollen doesn’t... Read more »

Decatur garden hosts honeybees

Britt Pendergrast, Dec crew
March 14, 2011
Filed under News

It may be hard to imagine how such a pesky little buzzing insect like a bee can play such a huge role in everyday life. Surprisingly, honeybees account for nearly 80 percent of insect pollination, and about one-third of the human diet is derived from insect-pollinated plants. Unfortunately, honeybees... Read more »