Since 2011, senior environmental studies capstone classes have assessed the land, habitat, plants, wildlife and water quality of Cozine Creek running through Linfield's campus. Review their project reports and findings here.
Student Projects
Spring 2020 report
Barber Property Inventory and Assessment
In 1979 and again in 1993, Paul A. Barber donated a total of 11.6 acres to the city of McMinnville, now known as the Barber Property. Our students provide a greater understanding of the location, its condition, and hopes for enhancing the ecological values and social uses of this unique forested property.
Spring 2019 report
Cozine Site Assessment and Management Plan
The senior environmental studies class of 2019 conducted individual projects during their capstone course. This report provides an updated site assessment and management recommendations based on the conditions of the Cozine Creek natural area during the spring semester.
Spring 2018 report
Cozine Restoration Project
The senior environmental studies class of 2018 obtained a $15,000 grant from the Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board (OWEB) to begin restoration efforts with help from GYWC and Upshot, LLC, a local restoration contractor. This report provides a foundation for future efforts.
Spring 2017 report
Cozine Restoration Management Plan
The class of 2017 surveyed Linfield's 30-acre parcel and made recommendations on restoration efforts – from the area vegetation, habitat and water quality to social uses. The goal of this report is to begin a sustained community-based restoration of the property.
Spring 2016 report
Cozine Inventory and Assessment
This report provides a comprehensive inventory and assessment of the natural environment of Linfield's 30-acre Cozine Creek property. The class of 2016 considers the history, current uses, concerns and preferences associated with this valuable campus resource.
Water quality reports
- Fall 2020: Examining Water Quality and Vegetation Along Cozine Creek
- Fall 2019: Water Quality and Vegetation Study
- Fall 2018: Examining Water Quality and Vegetation Along Cozine Creek
- Fall 2017: Examining Water Quality Along Cozine Creek
- Fall 2016: Examining Water Quality in Cozine Creek
- Fall 2015: Environmental Research Methods Water Quality Report for Cozine, Gooseneck and Mill Creeks
- Fall 2014: Comparing Water Quality at Three Creeks in the Greater Yamhill Watershed
- Fall 2013: Comparative Water Quality of Cozine, Gooseneck and Mill Creeks
- Fall 2012: Comparative Water Quality of Cozine, Gooseneck and Mill Creeks
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