This past May, I graduated from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. I recently got my diploma in the mail, and I am preparing to start a new job and for my whole life to shift on its axis. For the first time ever, I will no longer be a student. In the face ofContinueContinue reading “Looking Back on my RORG Experience: Chantal Korde”
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Erin’s Senior Capstone Project: Deucalion’s Garden
The Inspiration When I tell people I recently graduated from the Sustainable Design program at Illinois, their first reaction is often curiosity. I’m frequently asked questions like, “What is Sustainable Design?” or, “How is it different from other design majors?” To me, Sustainable Design is set apart by its focus on solving real-world problems andContinueContinue reading “Erin’s Senior Capstone Project: Deucalion’s Garden”
New Signage Brings Fresh Visibility to RORG
After years of thoughtful planning, the Red Oak Rain Garden (RORG) is now home to two new signs thanks to generous support from the American Water Charitable Foundation and the Student Sustainability Committee. An interpretive sign and a sculpture identification plaque not only beautify the space, but also deepen the public’s connection to this high-profile,ContinueContinue reading “New Signage Brings Fresh Visibility to RORG”
Rain Garden Rumble 2025
Round 1 ResultsRound 2 ResultsRound 3 ResultsFinal Results To mark the sixth year of our competitive native plant tournament, we invite you to get ready for… RAIN…GARDEN…RUMMBBLLLEEEEEEE!!!! Our Rain Garden Rumble tournament takes an educational spin on a sports classic, teaching people about native plants, their benefits, and how to include them in home gardens. Including rainContinueContinue reading “Rain Garden Rumble 2025”
Orange & Blue Week
From March 3-9, the University of Illinois celebrates Orange & Blue Week, a chance for Illini and friends to unite and make a difference. The Red Oak Rain Garden is honored to be a part of the inaugural effort to highlight crowdfunding projects that directly impact our students and campus. The University of Illinois atContinueContinue reading “Orange & Blue Week”
Rain Garden Rumble 2024
To mark the FIFTH YEAR of our competitive native plant tournament, formerly known as “Mulch Madness”, we invite you to get ready for… RAIN…GARDEN…RUMMBBLLLEEEEEEE!!!! Our Rain Garden Rumble tournament takes an educational spin on a sports classic, teaching people about native plants, their benefits, and how to include them in home gardens. Including rain gardens,ContinueContinue reading “Rain Garden Rumble 2024”
Red Oak Rain Garden 