Did you know that bees pollinate at least 30 percent of the world's crops? This includes, but is not limited to, apples, potatoes, strawberries, and yes... coffee (every college student's key to success). Bees around the world are falling victim to Colony Collapse Disorder at an alarming rate. Without these buzz-y fellows, it will be increasingly harder to maintain a great number of crops. But how can we help?

1. Plant some bee-friendly flowers.

Team up with Bayer to #FeedABee. Click this link, watch the video, and put in your mailing address. You will be sent FREE seeds to plant in an effort to save the bees!

2. Tweet without 'b's and purchase a tube of Burt's Bees Chapstick.

Burts Bees is pledging to plant 1,000 wildflowers to help maintain the bee population for every tweet sent, or limited edition chapstick sold. When tweeting to save the bees, leave out the letter 'b' from your tweet, use the hashtag #BringBackTheBees, & tag @burtsbees. A limited edition chapstick is only $3.30! Click here for more information.

3. Avoid pesticides on yards and plants if possible.

Certain pesticides can hurt and kill bees. If it's not necessary, refrain from using pesticides! Here's a guide on pesticide toxicity to bees. Disclaimer: I know it's a Wikipedia page, and we aren't supposed to use those in college, but its easy to read and honestly, Wiki usually has my back.

4. Spread the word.

Like bees spread pollen, you should spread awareness of the bee crisis. Have your friends redeem their free seeds, tweet without 'b's and don't use unnecessary pesticides. Save the bees!