Clayton State University

Earth Day

Earth Day Exhibitors March 21, 2007

Exhibitors  (More Exhibitors will be added when confirmation is received)

• 1-87-RIDEFIND. 1-87-RIDEFIND represents a cooperative effort between the Atlanta Regional Commission (ARC), the Georgia Department of Transportation and the Federal Highway Administration. ARC's TDM Division operates and maintains a confidential, computerized regional ridematch database (1-87-RIDEFIND) that matches commuters in the Atlanta region with potential carpool partners and provides vanpool information. The 1-87-RIDEFIND database serves individual commuters as well as employer services organizations, such as Transportation Management Associations (TMAs) and the Clean Air Campaign. 1-87-RIDEFIND will bring a Segway® Human Transporter to demonstrate.
• American Motorcycle Association. (11 am - 1 pm) The American Motorcycle Association is a 265,000 member organization with a history of pursuing, protecting, and promoting the interest of motorcycle enthusiasts. The AMA was founded in 1924 and is the premier defender of motorcyclists' rights in the United States. Tom Eddins, School of Technology, will be recycling soft drink tabs to recycle into insulin needles.
   
• Atlanta Bicycle Campaign. The Atlanta Bicycle Campaign is a member-supported organization working for better on-road bicycling conditions in metro-Atlanta. The ABC believes that truly healthy communities welcome bicyclists and provide a safe riding environment. We promote bicycle transportation, responsible recreational riding, and education for bicyclists and motorists alike.
  
• Clayton County Water Authority. The Clayton County Water Authority (CCWA) has a simple yet profound, mission statement, which best describes what the utility does for the residents and businesses of Clayton County: "God made it; we clean it up, and serve H2O to go" for customers everyday. That's a pretty good proclamation of what it means to the Authority to be stewards of this community's "Cycle of Water".
  
• Cochran Mill Nature Center. Cochran Mill Nature Center is located just 20 minutes south of Atlanta in Palmetto, Georgia, on fifty privately-owned, heavily-wooded acres. Whether hiking, participating in an environmental education program, joining us for camp or special events, or dropping by for a relaxing hike or day by the pond, Cochran Mill Nature Center has something for you. They will be exhibiting venomous snakes and as well as non-venomous snakes.  They may bring a juvenile alligator.
  
• Electric Vehicle Club of the South. The EV Club of the South is open to anyone interested in electric vehicles. Our goal is to inform the general public of the benefits to driving an electric vehicle. We believe the limited oil supply this world has left is better used for other purposes than personal transportation.
  
• Georgia Conservancy. Celebrating its 40th anniversary this year, the Georgia Conservancy is a statewide, nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving and protecting Georgia’s air, water and land. The Conservancy, through its focus on clean air and water, land conservation, coastal protection, growth management and education, works to protect the environment and promote the stewardship of Georgia’s vital natural resources.
• Georgia Forestry Commission. The Georgia Forestry Commission is a state agency responsible for providing leadership, service, and education in the protection and conservation of Georgia's forest resources.
  
• Georgia Regional Transportation Authority. Xpress is Atlanta's premier commuter service, with luxury coaches carrying riders throughout the region each weekday. With plenty of leg room, reclining seats, luggage racks, electrical outlets (some seats) and reading lamps, it's a first class way to ride! Xpress is a public transportation service and is operated as a partnership between the Georgia Regional Transportation Authority (GRTA) and Clayton, Cherokee, Cobb, Coweta, Dekalb, Douglas, Forsyth, Fulton, Gwinnett, Henry, Paulding and Rockdale counties, Cobb Community Transit CCT) and Gwinnett County Transit (GCT) also operate Xpress routes from their counties.
   
• Girl Scouts -- Troop # 27552. Girl Scout Troop #27552 will have cookies for sale along with information about Girl Scouts of Northwest Georgia.
   
• Good Shepherd Clinic. The Good Shepherd Clinic is a free clinic that provides free primary medical care to residents of Clayton County who have no health insurance.  Our website is www,goodshepherdclinic.com.
   
• Hands On Atlanta. Hands On Atlanta is a non-profit organization that meets critical needs through volunteer service and civic engagement. Founded in 1989 by 12 friends, the organization has grown to 40+ volunteers. Volunteer areas include: Children & Youth, Seniors, Homelessness, Animal Adoption, Conservation, Meal Service, Technology, Health & Education just to name a few. Hands On Atlanta offers flexible volunteer opportunities.
  
• Hartsfield Area Transportation Management Association. Providing Commute Solutions to Companies, Employees, and Communities in the Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport Area. Assists in forming carpools and vanpools -Offers discounted transit passes -Participates in corporate and community transportation advocacy.
   
• Integrated Wellness. Michael Clark has been providing massage therapy to the Southern Crescent area for 13 years and celebrates 11 years of service with Integrated Wellness. He provides therapy at the Reis Chiropractic Clinic in McDonough and SmartBodies Wellness Center on campus. He specializes in chair, sports, and lymphedema treatment. Integrated wellness will provide chair massages from 12:45 pm - 3 p.m. and will have a drawing for 2 half-hour gift certificates.
  

• LifeLink of Georgia.LifeLink of Georgia is an independent, non-profit organ and tissue recovery organization dedicated to serving patients in need of transplant therapy and their families.
  

• RSM Project.  Right from the Start Medicaid is a DHR outreach program that promotes State and Federal funded Insurance programs as well as other grant programs that help Georgia's families. The RSM Project will be handing out applications  and answering questions on how to apply for State  health benefits, free medications. and more...
   

• Southern Crescent Sexual Assault Center (SCSAC) SCSAC is a private non-profit agency that provides services to survivors of sexual assault and educational programs to the community.
  
• The Clean Air Campaign. The mission of The Clean Air Campaign is to motivate Georgians to take action to improve air quality and reduce traffic congestion.
  
• The Sierra Club. The Sierra Club is the Nation's oldest and largest grassroots environmental advocacy group. Currently, we are working on the Cool Cities campaign to curb emissions that cause global warming. If you are interested in promoting exciting new transportation possibilities and energy sources, check us out! www.georgia.sierraclub.org.
  
• US Environmental Protection Agency. The mission of the Environmental Protection Agency is to protect human health and the environment. Since 1970, EPA has been working for a cleaner, healthier environment for the American people
  

On-Campus Clubs, Organizations, and Departments

	Clayton State Science Association.  The purpose of the Science Association is to provide an organization to promote the study of science through group activities, trips, professional presentations, and involvement with the school and community. The club will also serve as a resource and mentor for students interested in science. Projects: We will collect printer cartridges and have some examples for various plants (terrariums) and a Winogradsky column to educate people about plants and micro-organisms.
	Clayton State University Bookstore. Auxiliary Services at Clayton State University provides a variety of retail services to the campus community. The units of Auxiliary Services the University Bookstore, Dining Services, the LakerCard Center, Campus Vending, and SmartPrint (student networked printing). The Bookstore recycles books and the LakerCard Center recycles cell phones.
	Clayton State School of Nursing Volunteers. Will provide blood pressure checks.
	Clayton State University Parking/Communications.  Parking/Communication responsibilities include: issuing parking permits and registration of vehicles, providing 24/7 emergency and non-emergency services, official Lost and Found for the university, and background checks. Will be excepting cell phones for recycling.
	Clayton State University RideShare.Clayton State's University RideShare Program began in October 2001 and encourages all employees and students to register with 1-87-Ridefind to find potential carpool partners. This program also provides information about transit and works with Parking/Communications to encourage less traffic on campus. This program is part of the Department of Public Safety and works closely with the Clean Air Campaign and the Atlanta Regional Commission, 1-87-RIDEFIND. Stop by and register, check to verify that you are still on the ridematch list, or update your information and receive a free Earth Day gift.
	Clayton State University SEEDS Chapter. The MISSION of the Clayton State University SEEDS chapter is to promote ecological awareness and the importance of ecological science to biology students, prospective biology students, faculty and individuals everywhere. We also seek to expand and diversify the biological and ecological fields by raising awareness of careers in ecology and of the opportunities that are available to underrepresented students.We will distribute flyers with information about the CSU SEEDS chapter. We will also have displays about ecological science and environmental science.
	Nurse Managed Clinic at Clayton State University. Students can receive unlimited office visits with one of our health professionals and can receive immediate medical attention for non life threatening illness or injuries. Appointments are required but "walk-in" visits are available for acute illness. There are additional charges for meds, medical supplies, lab services and evaluations by the Doctor. A doctor is available once a week by appointment only for a cost of $7.00.  Free information on various health issues. You can have your blood pressure checked too.
	SmartBodies Wellness Center.  SmartBodies provides CSU employees, students and local residents a comfortable environment in which to workout and a professional staff to assist with your health and fitness goals. SmartBodies provides a variety of cardiorespiratory and weight training equipment to facilitate one's transition from a sedentary lifestyle to an active lifestyle. SmartBodies encourages everyone to physically move more and to sit less. SmartBodies Fitness & Wellness Center and the Department of Recreational Sports & Intramurals will provide general information regarding programs and services that are available on the Clayton State Campus.
	The HUB. The HUB is the frontline technical support center for Clayton State University. We provide support for student, faculty, and staff technical problems, as well as provide support for students needing help with school related applications. We strive to make sure technology enhances the learning process at Clayton State. Our purpose of attending this fair is to inform others of the importance of recycling computer equipment. This equipment includes monitors, ink cartridges, batteries and the computer itself. Most computer parts contain many materials that can be very harmful to our environment.

Alternate Fuel Car Show! Free Gifts!    Door Prizes! Entertainment! 
  Segway Rides from 1-87-Ridefind!   The Clean Air BAIR appearance
Snake Exhibition (in secured locked containers)
  Fun & Games    Music  Free Chair Massages by Integrated Wellness

    


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