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Many of our sisters are very involved on campus and a part of other student organizations. In fact one of our very own members of Beta Mu, Morgan Krause, is the President of the Maji Project at FSU. Morgan is a junior apart of MC 22 majoring in environmental science and policy. She hopes to work in environmental conversation as a lawyer. She said that it was actually because of this major and the amazing options of environmental science and policy courses offered here that made her want to apply to Florida State.
The Maji Project is an environmental club that’s mission is to keep our planet clean by hosting beach cleanups and other events to raise awareness to the ongoing global water crisis.
I recently asked Morgan about the success of the Maji Project, her proudest moments, and why people should get involved:
"The Maji Project (pronounced mah-jee, not mah-hee like the fish) tackles the local and global water crisis through service, advocacy, and fundraising — our three pillars! "Maji" means water in Swahili and has its roots in Tanzania, where our founder visited almost ten years ago. There, she realized the desperate need for safe water resources across the globe and set out to make a difference. Now, almost ten years later, we host thrift swaps, beach cleanups, sustainable craft nights, informational sessions, and more, all to raise awareness and support those suffering from the local and global water crisis!
This past spring, with the help of the nonprofit organization Fountains of Hope, the Maji Project hosted our very first 5K walk/run in support of the tireless trek taken by women and children worldwide for safe water access. Many people don’t know this, but women and children bear the responsibility of bringing water to their homes and villages in many parts of the world. Sometimes, they may have to walk for 15 hours a week! For comparison, that’s the same amount of time as a part-time job, just to have access to water. Through this fundraiser, I am so proud to say that we raised over $3,687, which was then used to transport water filtration systems to Tanzania and other countries this past June and July. As president, I was able to recruit over 85 people to sign up for our event, and I wouldn’t have been successful without my sisters in Gamma Phi. Two years ago, if you had told me I could host a 5K during my sophomore year of college, I wouldn’t have believed you. Now, I am already planning the next 5K with our new executive board, and we are so excited!" said Morgan.
Maji is for anyone who cares about the Earth and the wonderful humans who live on it. The executive board has a wide range of majors because of this! Getting involved on campus is often easier said than done, so they have worked very hard to make Maji as accessible as possible. They do not require dues, and there is no mandatory attendance, making the club a safe space for all who want to make a difference, gain leadership experience, and maybe even meet some amazing friends along the way. Maji is just getting started at FSU, and anyone who joins will ultimately grow our mission and impact tenfold. Our meetings are biweekly on Thursdays at 6:00 PM!
Thank you Morgan! We are so proud of you and can’t wait to see what you accomplish next!
For more information on how to get involved, visit @MajiProjectFSU on instagram!
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