Appalachia – Science in the Public Interest

Based in Mt. Vernon, Kentucky, Appalachia – Science in the Public Interest (ASPI), is a non-profit resource center advocating for sustainable development, responsible resource management, and informed personal choices. Students working with ASPI will engage the local community through environmentally based service and learning. Recent examples of student work have included flood damage restoration, painting, litter cleanup, gardening, and working at the town’s donation center. Other community-engagement opportunities include hiking, bonfires, and working with and getting to know local community members and ASPI staff.