Creative Inquiry and the Foundation of the National Tigers for Tigers Coalition
Tigers for Tigers (T4T) is an innovative idea. Until its inception in 2013, there was nothing like it: a conservation collective, by students and for students, spanning college campuses across the country unified by the desire to ensure the survival of our shared identity – the tiger. Before the formation of the National Tigers for Tigers Coalition, T4T clubs were present on several campuses, including Clemson University and the University of Missouri. Despite sharing a commo
Global Anti-Poaching Act Passes the House!
On Monday, November 2nd, the House of Representatives passed the Global Anti-Poaching Act (H.R. 2494)! This important legislation provides the United States with more robust tools to address the global poaching crisis. Advancing through the House is a fantastic step, but more work remains to be done. The Global Anti-Poaching Act gives the United States the authority to strengthen Wildlife Enforcement Networks, designate countries with severe poaching problems and withhold ass
Protect Critical Tiger Habitat Today!
100 years ago, 100,000 tigers thrived in the wild. Today, only 3500 tigers remain. Of the 3500, 2200 tigers reside throughout India in pockets of isolated habitats. The Bengal tiger is the national animal of India and has been an important symbol for centuries. In 1973, the Prime Minister of India, Indira Gandhi, launched Project Tiger, a conservation initiative to restore critical tiger habitat, to mitigate conflict and ensure viable populations of tigers. This initiative le
Celebrate Tiger Awareness Week with Tigers for Tigers!
Happy National Tiger Awareness Week (TAW)! Monday, November 9th, marks the beginning of the annual, student-led initiative aimed at raising awareness about tiger conservation by engaging students with fun activities and fundraisers on tiger mascot campuses across the country. The idea for Tiger Awareness Week was conceived at our 2nd National Summit at the University of Missouri in the spring of 2014. T4T students worked hard throughout the summer and well into the fall semes
