Composting Theory · Ecological Care in Practice
Jennifer Nash, Jocelyn Olcott, Saskia Cornes, Tania Rispoli
26 August 2025A hands-on workshop series in collaboration with the Duke Campus Farm, “Composting Theory” explores ecological care through feminist and posthumanist readings, soil practices, and collective reflection. Sessions take place on select Saturday mornings—October 25 and November 15—at the Farm.
Each session combines a short, shared reading (≈25 pp.), or hands-on ecological practice, or a group practice. These workshops are designed primarily for faculty and graduate students. Advanced undergraduates interested in participating should email saskia.cornes@duke.edu.
Sessions run on Saturdays, 10:00–12:00 pm, at the Duke Campus Farm and begin with a light breakfast.
In the spirit of care, we are exploring options for childcare during these events. Please RSVP if you would like to bring younger family members.
Schedule
Saturday, October 25, 10:00–12:00 pm – In person, Duke Campus Farm
Aula Verde (Tree Room) – A Method for Climate Justice
with the visual artist and engineer Andrea Conte
Saturday, November 15, 10:00–12:00 pm – In person, Duke Campus Farm
Mushroom Inoculation – Growing Wonder
Readings: Anna Tsing
Shuangting Yao
Hi I’m a graduate student in MA computational media program, I want to attend the Mushroom Inoculation – Growing Wonder workshop this week Saturday. Thank you so much
Jason L
Do we have a carpool for this event? Thanks!
Yiwa Deng
Mushroom Inoculation would be very intersting！
Shannon Plunkett
I don’t think this is where I’m supposed to rsvp… but this is the only place I’m seeing I can comment and I’d love to come!
Lexy Rile
I couldn’t find another place to RSVP but would love to attend!
Travis Proctor
Hello, I would like to RSVP for the Mushroom Inoculation Lab on Nov. 15th. I’m a Professor (based in Ohio, but currently at the National Humanities Center) with an interest in the Environmental Humanities. If possible, I’d like to bring along my 10 and 8 yo children (who have experience with gardening/outdoor activities like this); please also let me know how to access the Anna Tsing readings. Thank you!