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EARTH Stories: Illuminating Lives#Education

“Now at 25 years…you’ve begun to see the maturation not just of the school but of the graduates.”

When Erick Aguilar (’95, Costa Rica) needs ideas or help, he posts a message on Facebook and five minutes later he’s hearing from EARTH alumni around the globe. Find out why this global network of EARTH alumni is reenergizing retired Whole Foods Exec and EARTH University Foundation Trustee, Michael Besancon…


“I needed to thank the people responsible for selecting me.”

When Kevaughn Bonner (’15, Jamaica) was invited to interview for admission to EARTH, he knew it was his opportunity to make a change in Jamaican agriculture. Listen to what he wrote in a letter to our Foundation Chairman, Mark Ohrstrom…


“Of all the things I’ve seen…EARTH provides the best return.”

Sofia Allende (’17, Argentina) dreams of having an integrated farm back in Argentina—of producing milk and making dulce de leche. Tim Solso—retired Cummins CEO and President of EARTH’s Board of Directors—is helping her get there. Find out why he believes her education is the best investment he’s ever made…


"I see the beauty of teaching in this university...you get to know people and their stories."

Professors Yanine Chan (Costa Rica) and Rebeca García (Spain) discuss what makes the University’s teaching philosophy so unique, and how the support of the extended EARTH community during a difficult time made Yanine realize that “my work really works”…


About this project

In the past 25 years, EARTH University has made a positive impact on countless lives around the world. This holiday season, we want to share just a few of these stories of hope, family, values, transformation, love and opportunity with you.

About this project

In the past 25 years, EARTH University has made a positive impact on countless lives around the world. This holiday season, we want to share just a few of these stories of hope, family, values, transformation, love and opportunity with you.