Reimagine your Campus with the Urban Ecology Center Poster Submissions

Welcome to the poster submissions page for the Reimagine Your Campus with the Urban Ecology Center symposium. Here, you’ll find a collection of innovative ideas from Cal State LA students who have reimagined the future of our campus through the lenses of sustainability, biodiversity, and environmental justice.

Each project was developed in alignment with the Urban Ecology Center's (UEC) mission to promote urban ecology, food security, and the creation of environmentally conscious communities. From revitalizing campus gardens to proposing eco-friendly infrastructure, these student-led submissions showcase practical and forward-thinking solutions to enhance our campus and the surrounding community.

Poster Submissions

Brewing a Greener Future: From Grounds to Growth Through Coffee, Plants, and Community at Cal State LA Poster A green and brown-themed poster titled Brewing a Greener Future: From Grounds to Growth Through Coffee, Plants, and Community at Cal State LA, created by Alexis Panameno and Destinee Todd. The poster presents a proposal to repurpose used coffee grounds for plant growth on campus.

Brewing a Greener Future: From Grounds to Growth Through Coffee, Plants, and Community

 by Alexis Panameno & Destinee Todd

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Farm to Feed: Overcoming Hunger by Planting Fruits & Veggies Poster A green and yellow-themed poster titled Farm to Feed: Overcoming Hunger by Planting Fruits & Veggies (Golden Currant, Avocados, Oranges, Kale, and Corn) by Courtney Bailey. This poster discusses why farming on campus can help address food security for Cal State LA students and staff. It features information on what plants to grow, including native California crops such as golden currant and avocados, and how to farm them.

Farm to Feed: Overcoming Hunger by Planting Fruits & Veggies Poster

 By Courtney Bailey

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Pollinator Gardens: Combating Habitat Fragmentation in Urban Spaces Poster A green-themed poster titled Pollinator Gardens: Combating Habitat Fragmentation in Urban Spaces by Matthew Wahba.The poster explains a proposal for creating pollinator gardens at Cal State LA inspired by UC Riverside's Botanical Garden. It features sections on ecological significance, the importance of urban pollinator plants, and the project’s location on campus. Key plants like California buckwheat and monkeyflower are highlighted

Pollinator Gardens: Combating Habitat Fragmentation in Urban Spaces

By Matthew Wahba

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Living Walls poster by Annika Veeravatanayothin, proposing living walls on campus buildings to improve biodiversity, air quality, and sustainability.

Breathing Life onto Campus: Living Walls

by Annika Veeravatanayothin

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Ring Gardening: Creating A Habitat Haven for Pollinators with Native Perennials poster by Helen Perez and Cristian Turcios, proposing native plant gardens around campus to support pollinators and enhance green spaces.

Ring Gardening: Creating A Habitat Haven for Pollinators with Native Perennials

By Helen Perez and Cristian Turcios

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Shade for Change: Combatting the Heat Island Effect with Native Plants poster by Caitlin Jane 'CJ' Calica, proposing the use of black walnut and sycamore trees to enhance shade

Shade for Change: Combatting the Heat Island Effect with Native Plants

by Caitlin Jane 'CJ' Calica

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Rooftop Greenhouses: Enhancing Urban Ecology, Food Security, and Water Reusability poster by Branden Gonzalez and Emily Elliott, proposing rooftop greenhouses at Cal State LA

Rooftop Greenhouses: Enhancing Urban Ecology, Food Security, and Water Reusability

By Branden Gonzalez and Emily Elliott

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Poster proposing collaboration to enhance campus gardening initiatives and sustainable food practices

Grow What We Eat, Eat What We Grow

By Raquel Higgins, Stephanie Laverone, and Susan Oseguera

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Sunbolt Initiative: Urban Heat Mitigation and Campus Beautification

Sunbolt Initiative: Urban Heat Mitigation and Campus Beautification

By Harley Richardson

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Poster proposing the transformation of unused land into a collaborative learning garden promoting sustainability and education

Reclaiming Land for a Collaborative Learning Garden

By Jennifer Leiva, Hannah Calistri, and Heidi Buratti

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Poster proposing recycling initiatives and composting with worms to improve soil health and sustainability on campus

Worm Work: Keeping the Community Clean and Healthy

By Jonathan Acosta, Cynthia Gutierrez, Melany Martinez, Emma Santa Maria

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Poster proposing a crochet canopy project to address heat islands and provide shade equity on campus.

The Crochet Canopy Project

By Kathryn Lucas and Stephanie M. Kaugh

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Poster proposing the revitalization of an urban garden to promote sustainability, education, and community engagemen

Urban Garden: From Soil to Soul

by Matthew Ehlenburg, Kimberly Rodriguez, Mike Castaneda, Alyssa Polk, Kyle Tiu, Fiona Mao, Odalys Castillo, Princess Moran, Stefanie Cortez, and Cecille Lightbourn

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Poster proposing sustainability initiatives and resource use within the university library, including workshops, recycling events, and community sharing

The University Library & Sustainability

By Kendall Faulkner, Katie Perry, and Tiffanie Ford-Baxter

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Poster proposing the revitalization of the Janice Cordova Garden to provide a peaceful and reflective space for the campus community.

Janice Cordova Garden of Well Being: Re-Blossoming

By Dalis Lopez, Lucy Valencia, and Miles Tademy

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Illustration of a proposed campus garden featuring vibrant greenery, flowers, and trees with purple and pink blossoms, surrounded by a concrete border

Untitled

by Valerie Rodriguez

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Poster proposing a visualization of campus improvements on Circle Dr. for enhancing green spaces

Circle Dr.

By Camille Abcede, Mia Delgado, Andrea Duran, Ashley Gonzalez, Joellie Martinez, Ariel Segura

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Poster proposing a before-and-after visualization of biodiversity improvements on campus

Reimagine My Campus

By Joshua Lozano Ramirez, Angel Ortiz, Alexander Sanchez, Yusuke Yasumoto

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Poster proposing a before-and-after visualization project featuring native California plants to enhance biodiversity on campus.

California Wildrose

By Janice Justo, Vieri Quinones, Diego Rivas, and Cian Carlo Yulo

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Poster proposing improvements to King Hall playground to establish biodiversity, sustainability, and recreational opportunities.

Not So Playful Playground

By Raymoneek Wright, Hailey Robirds, Melanie Ortiz, and Diana Chavoya

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