We’ve had a busy year working with students to improve climate resiliency and examine ways to better utilize common spaces. Click here for details about Thrive’s experiential learning activities in 2025.

Student reflections on their experience:

“One of my key takeaways is how intentional communities like Ecovillage foster sustainability not just through infrastructure but through relationships, shared values, and collective action.”

“Ecovillage is a living example of how community design can align with ecological values—emphasizing local food systems, renewable energy, and interdependence.”

“I learned that climate resilience goes beyond environmental preparedness—it includes social resilience, equity, and education. The Thrive program highlighted how educating younger generations to understand systems thinking, adapt to changing conditions, and act with care for their communities is essential to building a resilient future.”