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I chose Western because I was looking for a place to major in sustainability 

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and I really like the small class sizes. 

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I chose Western so I could major in sustainability. 

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This school is the perfect size, it's not too big, not too small, and it's in the perfect location. 

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Today in field geography we learned about soil qualities 

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and how they can be affected by erosion. 

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We went on a field trip to an actual farm

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and we saw the difference in qualities of soils depending on location. 

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Learning about soil is important because we need to have good healthy soil

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to produce good sustainable crops for people to eat and survive. 

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But imagine that this was left without vegetation on it for one winter. 

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The best part about the WOU faculty is that they always have time for you. 

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Professor Van Steeter is the most energetic professor I've ever had. 

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He makes all classes super fun. I actually stay really focused and learn a lot from him. 

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My career goal is to work in a job that I really love and have a lot of fun with. 

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Hopefully out in the field doing researching. 

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This major is perfect for it because I get to get the experience I need

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mentally and physically to be able to work out in the field. 

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What are policies that are coming in to politics 

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that would be beneficial to the environment? 

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My career goal is to work with businesses to use natural energy flows 

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to maximize profits and minimize pollution. 

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I would definitely recommend Western to other students 

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especially if you want to be at a smaller school where you're not just a number. 

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You're actually a person and your professors know who you are. 

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Classes are always interesting and there's always some way to get involved. 

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Western Oregon University is the right place for us. 

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