Turf was left unmowed to create a released meadow of wildflowers and grasses. Shrubs and fast-growing trees were allowed to grow into a woody field. Already in place were honeysuckle to attract hummingbirds, choke cherries and winterberry holly to provide food for birds and goldenrod and asters to offer nectar for Monarch butterflies. We're planning teacher workshops on how to use the school yard habitat to teach about the environment. And, we're hoping to inspire children and teachers to create their own wildlife habitats.
Some people see it as just an unmowed mess.
But, you can learn to appreciate the changing mosaic of the wildflowers and the sound of the grasses blowing in the wind. Students are admitted to the University's prestigious graduate program only after a grueling audition process conducted by faculty at locations throughout the United States. The University of Delaware is a great place to work.