Hello!

My name is Avery Peters, and I am from Holmdel, New Jersey. I am a Theatre and Media & Communications double major with a minor in Sustainability Studies at Muhlenberg College.

In my free time, I enjoy acting, hiking, skiing, macrame, exploring new places, and so much more. Recently, I’ve been attempting to upcycle old clothes. While I’m still new at sewing, it brings me joy to bring old clothes back to life. Repurposing clothes is an opportunity to combine my creativity with my passion for sustainability. I’m curious to learn more about waste and consumption. I want to deepen my understanding of sustainability by exploring simple ways we can take care of our planet and incorporate them into our daily lives. I am extremely grateful for all the wonders the environment has to offer. That’s why I believe it is crucial to do my part and contribute to help make the world a better place.

At Muhlenberg, I am involved in a few clubs on campus, including the Great American Songbook Project (GASP), the Beekeeping Club, Planned Parenthood Generation Action Club (PPGen), and the Muhlenberg Theatre Association (MTA). These clubs align with my interests, and I’m always passionate about trying new things. The Beekeeping Club recently resurfaced on campus. As a collective, we maintain anywhere from two to three hives and make it a priority to make sure that the bees are thriving. It is also crucial to inform others about how important bees are for the. environment.

 

As someone who has always been interested in bees, I immediately knew I had to be a part of this club. My first time in the suit was a bit nerve-wracking; however, the moment we opened the hive, a rush of excitement filled my veins. Since joining the club, my appreciation for bees has grown tremendously. We take for granted what bees do for our environment and life would look vastly different without them.

Not only have I loved bees, but I’ve also always had a massive appreciation for all animals and insects. In fact, when I’m home from school, I work at a doggy day care and pet resort, so I am very knowledgeable about dog breeds, and I hope to broaden my overall knowledge with different species. I appreciate everything they do for our environment. Humans have been creating endless issues for future generations and species, and it is truly a disservice. For far too long, humans have used animals for clothing, animal testing, transportation and so much more.