Since I have been at Ohio University I have explored many different areas of study, always pursuing a way to
defend the defenseless. Through our environmental group at school, Campus Greens, I began to realize the
Earth needs scientists who are willing to speak for it. Our latest goal has been to stop long-wall coal mining in
Dysart Woods, a virgin forest in Ohio. Many people believe the mine will destroy the woods. However, there is
not enough evidence to back up that claim. I feel the only way to end the destruction of the forests is through
evidence of its importance