Landscape & Water

The natural landscape is one of Berea College’s greatest assets—and deepest responsibilities. Through initiatives like our Bee Campus designation, Tree Campus certification, managed forest lands, and the Forestry Outreach Center, we foster biodiversity, ecological health, and environmental education. Our water stewardship efforts further ensure that this vital resource is protected, conserved, and respected. Together, these programs reflect our commitment to nurturing the land and waters that sustain our campus and community.

Bee Campus USA

Bee Campus USA is an initiative of the Xerces Society for Invertebrate Conservation, a nonprofit organization based in Portland, Ore. Its mission is to galvanize communities and campuses to sustain pollinators by providing them with healthy habitats rich in a variety of native plants and free of pesticides.

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Grounds and Sustainability

Berea College takes pride in maintaining its grounds to the satisfaction of the campus body and the local community. The Grounds Management Team, comprised of staff labor supervisors and student laborers, works diligently to keep campus landscapes tidy and well-managed, with an emphasis on removing invasive species and encouraging the growth of native plants.

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