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The Initiative

Introduction • In January 2017, the Department of English implemented a Beyond the Classroom funding initiative. • These funds assist instructors as they build intellectual community for undergraduates and foster an energetic department climate. Foster Environment Intellectual Change Nurture Community 2 May 12, 2017 The GoECO Initiative

The Birth of GoECO • Go English Community Operations (GoECO) • Mission : To enhance a traditional classroom environment into a cultivating community • Overall Purpose : Ensure students are able to have a “Beyond the Classroom” experience • First Initiative : Takeover of the Chef’s Garden at Adele H. Stamp Student Union • Established By : Patrick Nelson • Established Since : February 2017 3 May 12, 2017 The GoECO Initiative

Assignments Tawes 3rd Floor Patio • English Department’s Office: Maryland & Shakespeare theme Fish Peppers Black-eyed Susans Snap peas Chamomile Marigolds Jacob’s Ladder Rosemary Bronze Fennel 4 May 12, 2017 The GoECO Initiative

Assignments (cont.) Adele H. Stamp Union Chef Garden • Variety of herbs, flowers, and plants Rue Sage Oregano Basil Thyme Lavender 5 May 12, 2017 The GoECO Initiative

Outreach Initiatives 6 May 12, 2017 The GoECO Initiative

Our Community 7 May 12, 2017 The GoECO Initiative

Our Team 8 May 12, 2017 The GoECO Initiative

Questions? 9 May 12, 2017 The GoECO Initiative