Public Engagement
Introduction
Engagement in community problem-solving is fundamental to sustainability. By engaging with community members and organizations in the governmental, non-profit and for-profit sectors, institutions can help solve sustainability challenges. Community engagement can help students develop leadership skills while deepening their understandings of practical, real-world problems and the process of creating solutions.
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Inspiring Green Fashion in a Fast Fashion Landscape
- University of the Pacific (CA)
The fast fashion industry encourages buying cheap clothes with a short lifespan which need to be constantly disposed of and replaced. College students can be especially vulnerable to fast fashion …
- Posted Nov. 15, 2021
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Emerging Data Visualization Issues in Sustainability: Increasing 'Truthfulness' and Visual Literacy
- University of Wisconsin-Whitewater (WI)
This presentation involves the challenges of how to analyze and display data produced with information technologies in truthful and complete ways that are easily digested by human problem solvers and …
- Posted Nov. 15, 2021
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Power Dialogs: Coordinated Civic Education on Climate Solutions and Justice
- Bard College (NY)
Power Dialogs are a tool to mobilize educators across the planet to provide young people with realistic optimism that for fundamental economic reasons, the world is heading towards an energy …
- Posted Nov. 15, 2021
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Sustainability in Higher Education as a Career Path
- American University (DC)
- Arizona State University (AZ)
- Southwestern University (TX)
- University of Mississippi (MS)
Are you a student, graduate student, or young professional with a passion for sustainability in higher education? Are you unsure how to turn your passion into a collegiate career? You …
- Posted Nov. 15, 2021
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Campus Farmers and Growers Networking Meeting
- Loyola University Chicago (IL)
- University of Utah (UT)
- University of Wisconsin-Madison (WI)
Join other campus farmers and food system advocates in creating a robust, interdisciplinary network of campus-based growers and partners at our second annual networking meeting. Find someone in your region …
- Posted Nov. 15, 2021
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Envisioning the Role of Higher Education in the Climate Crisis
- Swarthmore College (PA)
- West Chester University of Pennsylvania (PA)
This networking session will focus on building connections between practitioners at various institutions working towards cultural transformation and paradigm shifts in response to the climate crisis. We are interested in …
- Posted Nov. 15, 2021
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Leaders of Color: Navigating Environmentalism and Sustainability
- University of Northern Colorado (CO)
This networking event is for, but not exclusive to, environmental leaders of color. It will start with a concise presentation on ecological leaders of color who have paved the way …
- Posted Nov. 15, 2021
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Inspiring Leaders for Sustainability On Campus & Beyond: Networking Meeting
- Elected Officials to Protect America (SC)
How do we develop leaders to bridge sustainability, community engagement, and civic leadership? Our greatest legacy as campus sustainability leaders may be the leaders we develop. The national news can …
- Posted Nov. 15, 2021
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Sustainable Development Solutions Network (SDSN USA) Networking Session
- United Nations Sustainable Development Solutions Network (NY)
This networking meeting will be an opportunity for attendees interested in, researching, and/or implementing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The SDGs are a set of 17 goals to be achieved …
- Posted Nov. 15, 2021
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Student Affairs/Engagement Meet-Up
- Arizona State University (AZ)
Come join staff, students, and faculty from across the country that work in, with, or led by students to gather in solidarity, discuss best practices, explore opportunities to expand engagement …
- Posted Nov. 15, 2021
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Arizona Meet-Up
- Arizona State University (AZ)
- Northern Arizona University (AZ)
Come join staff, students, and faculty from Arizona educational institutions (community colleges, high schools, and universities) to gather and explore opportunities to collaborate, including discussing a 2021 AZ Student Sustainability …
- Posted Nov. 15, 2021
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We're Here and Queer! Queers in Sustainability Meetup
- University of Montana (MT)
In the fight against climate change, those with marginalized identities will be most directly impacted and affected by injustices that follow. In pursuit of sustainability practices, it is imperative to …
- Posted Nov. 15, 2021
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Canadian Networking Session & Exploring Sustainability Charters
- University of Calgary (AB)
- Fleming College (ON)
- Bow Valley College (AB)
Meet with other Canadian conference attendees and discuss the effectiveness of sustainability charters with a focus on the SDG Accord through breakout groups. Put faces to some familiar names and …
- Posted Nov. 15, 2021
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Texas Regional Alliance for Campus Sustainability (TRACS) Networking Session
- Rice University (TX)
- Texas A&M University (TX)
This is a networking meeting for Texans and other parties interested in the Texas Regional Alliance for Campus Sustainability (TRACS) to connect and discuss campus sustainability topics unique to the …
- Posted Nov. 15, 2021
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CO_CUS Colorado College & University Sustainability Group
- Colorado State University (CO)
A networking opportunity for Colorado College & University staff attending AASHE
- Posted Nov. 15, 2021
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Drains on the System
- Macalester College (MN)
Macalester student volunteers stencil signs near storm drains in Saint Paul, Minn. to raise awareness about runoff pollution in the Mississippi River. This event was a collaboration between the Civic …
- Posted Sept. 20, 2021
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Webinar: Leveraging Social Media for Sustainability Campus Engagement During and Beyond COVID-19
- AASHE (MA)
- American University of Sharjah
In this interactive session you will learn how to effectively use social media platforms to engage with your campus community virtually, when it is not possible to conduct on campus …
- Posted Sept. 16, 2021
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The George Mason University Arboretum
- George Mason University (VA)
The George Mason University Arboretum cultivates curiosity, education, and well-being through stewardship of its trees, gardens, and other natural spaces. It was established in 2015, earned ArbNet Level II accreditation …
- Posted Sept. 8, 2021
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Four participants of the Barefoot College display their projects.
- University of St. Thomas (MN)
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The Barefoot College in northern India teaches women skills to bring solar power to their …
- Posted Aug. 30, 2021
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The Under-Told Stories team interviewing a community activist after the murder of George Floyd.
- University of St. Thomas (MN)
Under-Told Stories is a journalism project at University of St. Thomas’ Center for the Common Good. The project uses high quality video storytelling to help students understand and engage with …
- Posted Aug. 30, 2021
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The Under-Told Stories team reporting on an effort to clear mine fields in Cambodia.
- University of St. Thomas (MN)
Under-Told Stories is a journalism project at University of St. Thomas’ Center for the Common Good. The project uses high quality video storytelling to help students understand and engage with …
- Posted Aug. 30, 2021
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PCC Student Leader with Climate Rally Sign
- Portland Community College (OR)
A student leader at Portland Community College's Cascade campus shows off the sign they made for the youth climate rally during PCC's annual Eco-social Justice Day event. This photo was …
- Posted Aug. 30, 2021
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EV Affordability and Charging Accessibility
- University of California, San Diego (CA)
University of California, San Diego is advancing electric vehicle charging research, development and demonstration opportunities. Current projects include Adaptive Load Management, Vehicle-2-Grid, PV-Energy Storage integrated DC Fast Chargers, ISO 15118 …
- Posted Aug. 25, 2021
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UM6P FOOD BANK
- University Mohammed VI Polytechnic
The SD Ambassadors 2021 organized collecting funds campaigns in the 2nd edition of UM6P Food Bank.
- Posted Aug. 24, 2021
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UM6P SAP+D Green Tour
- University Mohammed VI Polytechnic
The Sustainable Development Ambassadors of School of Architecture, planning and design organized a green tour to the new students in order to highlight the sustainable development aspects of the campus …
- Posted Aug. 24, 2021
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Alumni Memorial Hall within Randolph Hall, College of Charleston
- College of Charleston (SC)
This is the central ceremonial space of the College, within one of its oldest continually used buildings.
- Posted Aug. 24, 2021
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L'Anse Community Solar Project
- Michigan Technological University (MI)
L'Anse Community Solar Project - A team of engineering researchers and students from Michigan Technological University worked with local and state partners to bring solar to the Community of L'Anse, …
- Posted Aug. 23, 2021
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University of Pittsburgh Textile Recycling
- University of Pittsburgh (PA)
Given that clothing and textiles make up approximately 6.3% of the U.S. waste stream, University of Pittsburgh established a textile recycling program to help keep textiles in the circular economy. …
- Posted Aug. 20, 2021
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Change Comes from the Margins: Sustainability Efforts in Community-Campus Partnerships
- University of North Carolina, Greensboro (NC)
These are some images of the community collaborations mentioned in the essay, Change Comes from the Margins: Sustainability Efforts in Community-Campus Partnerships
- Posted Aug. 20, 2021
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Sterling College EcoGather
- Sterling College (VT) (VT)
Place-Based, Community-Focused Education - Sterling College is in the process of developing EcoGather, a higher education platform designed to advance ecological thinking and action as a foundation for building …
- Posted Aug. 20, 2021
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Citizen science sustainability at the University of Tasmania
- University of Tasmania (TAS)
As part of her paid internship through the Sustainability Integration Program for Students (SIPS), Zoe Bucher-Edwards organised a wild pollinator count with the University of Tasmania's entemologist and PhD Candidate …
- Posted Aug. 19, 2021
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GVSU Sustainable Agriculture Project and New City Neighbors Partnership
- Grand Valley State University (MI)
A 30 x 168 ft. Gothic-style hoophouse was being erected at Grand Valley State University’s Sustainable Agriculture Project on November 17, 2020. Employees from Nifty Hoops, New City Neighbors and …
- Posted Aug. 13, 2021
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Mentorship Kick-Off
- Portland State University (OR)
Sustainability Mentorship Program - The Sustainability Mentorship Program at Portland State University provides students an opportunity to connect with career professionals in a variety of sustainability-related fields for two academic …
- Posted Aug. 13, 2021
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UCCS Food Next Door | Farm Subscription Program
- University of Colorado Colorado Springs (CO)
The Food Next Door Farm Subscription Program at University of Colorado Colorado Springs was created to support community food security and literacy. Through the program, a participant buys a subscription …
- Posted Aug. 11, 2021
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Archiving the Campus as Living Laboratory : Preserving a long memory for transformative change
- University of Utah (UT)
This is part of the Campus as Lab webinar series. To see the full series visit our YouTube Channel.
Sustainable change on campus is often driven by student-led projects, project-oriented …
- Posted July 26, 2021
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Campus as Lab Webinar Series - 2021-5-14 - Archiving Campus Sustainability Efforts
- University of Utah (UT)
This Campus as Lab webinar focuses on the University of Utah's efforts to create a campus wide hyper-local archive for sustainability knowledge that is available to all campus and community …
- Posted July 14, 2021
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Working with Vulnerable Communities on Climate Action through Nonformal Higher Education and Peacebuilding
- Salisbury University (MD)
- University of Cambridge
- M.K. Gandhi Institute for Nonviolence (NY)
Nonformal higher education provides an avenue to bypass the rigidity of hierarchical structures and prescribed norms within formal education, which offers opportunities to assist marginalized communities with climate action through …
- Posted July 7, 2021
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2020 Sustainable Career Panel Series: Corporate Sustainability
- Villanova University (PA)
This panel series highlights the amazing work Villanova alumni are doing to create a sustainable future for all of us. The Corporate Sustainability panel will feature: Alex Floyd the Senior …
- Posted June 10, 2021
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Villanova University 2020 Sustainable Career Panel Series: Under 30
- Villanova University (PA)
This panel series highlights the amazing work Villanova alumni are doing to create a sustainable future for all of us. The Under 30 panel features: Kevin Corbusier a Sustainability Project …
- Posted June 10, 2021
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2020 Sustainable Career Panel Series: Public Service
- Villanova University (PA)
This panel series highlights the amazing work Villanova alumni are doing to create a sustainable future for all of us. The Public Service panel features: Mike Garland, Director of Environmental …
- Posted June 10, 2021
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Closing Keynote Speaker George Bandy: AASHE 2013
- Interface, Inc (GA)
George Bandy, VIce President for Sustainability at Interface provides closing remarks at the AASHE 2013 Conference in Nashville, TN.
- Posted June 4, 2021
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Increasing University Competitiveness through Assessment of Green Content in Curriculum and Eco-Labeling in Higher Education
- University of Novi Sad
- Educons University
Growing environmental problems and increasing requirements of green jobs force universities around the world not only to transform their curricula but also to enrich existing ones with contents related to …
- Posted May 28, 2021
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Sustainable development goals and higher education: leaving many behind
- Nelson Mandela University (Eastern Cape)
- International Education Association of South Africa
This paper critically interrogates the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in relation to higher education in low-income countries. While the SDG Goal 4, Target 4.3, calls for ensuring ‘equal access for …
- Posted May 28, 2021
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Strengthening city–university partnerships to advance sustainability solutions: a study of research collaborations between the University of British Columbia and City of Vancouver
- University of British Columbia (BC)
- Sustainability Solutions Group (QC)
- City of Vancouver (BC)
This paper aims to investigate sustainability research collaborations between the City of Vancouver and the University of British Columbia (UBC), as a case study to better understand how to use …
- Posted May 28, 2021
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Motivators of Attendance at Eco-Friendly Events
- Iowa State University (IA)
This study identifies the factors that attract U.S. residents to eco-friendly events. To achieve our research objective, we obtained data (N = 1,115) from a cross-national, web-based survey distributed to …
- Posted May 26, 2021
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CGHE 2020 Annual Conference webinar panel: Higher education and sustainability
- University of Bristol
- University College London (London)
- International Association of Universities
Higher education institutions both impact and are impacted by global climate change and the environment. In this conference hosted by the Centre for Global Higher Education, a panel of professors …
- Posted May 26, 2021
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Climate Action at Lehigh: An Interview with Dave Pryor
- Lehigh University (PA)
The Office of Sustainability of Office of Communications and Public Affairs come together to discuss how to bring more students and staff into the conversation of sustainability and spread awareness …
- Posted May 26, 2021
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Earthfest 2020: Getting Involved with Sustainability on Campus
- University of Michigan (MI)
The Student Sustainability Coalition (SSC), a student organization from the University of Michigan, created a fun guide for students on how to get involved in sustainability on campus. Take a …
- Posted May 26, 2021
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Managing Organizational Change For Transformational, Deep Decarbonization Initiatives On Campus
- Second Nature (MA)
From website: "This webinar examined the importance of managing cultural and process change to support the implementation of deep decarbonization initiatives on campus - focusing on the critical roles of …
- Posted May 26, 2021
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Sneed Prairie Restoration Project
- Austin College (TX)
From website: "In 2001, Austin College initiated an ecosystem restoration project at a former family farm. The Clinton and Edith Sneed Environmental Research Area and Prairie Restoration site, named after …
- Posted May 26, 2021
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This tab provides access to data collected through AASHE’s Sustainability Tracking, Assessment & Rating System™ (STARS). STARS is a transparent, self-reporting framework for colleges and universities to measure their sustainability performance. STARS enables meaningful comparisons over time and across institutions using a common set of measurements developed with broad participation from the campus sustainability community.
All responses reference content from reports under the latest version of STARS, version 2.2. AASHE membership and log-in is required.
EN 10: Community Partnerships
- Description of a formal community partnership to advance sustainability (first partnership)
- Description of a formal community partnership to advance sustainability (second partnership)
- Description of a formal community partnership to advance sustainability (third partnership)
- Website URL - Community partnerships to advance sustainability
EN 11: Inter-campus Collaboration
- The national or international sustainability network(s)
- The regional, state/provincial or local sustainability network(s)
- Description of sustainability conference(s) and presentation(s)
- Description of sustainability resource center or awards program and submission(s)
- Description of sustainability board or committee appointment(s)
- Description of sustainability-related mentoring relationship and activities
- Description of sustainability-related peer review activities
- Website URL - Sustainability-related inter-campus collaborations
EN 12: Continuing Education
- Percentage of continuing education courses that are sustainability course offerings
- Inventory of continuing education sustainability course offerings (upload)
- Inventory of continuing education sustainability course offerings (description)
- Description of sustainability-related continuing education certificate program(s)
- Website URL - Continuing education courses and programs in sustainability
EN 13: Community Service
- Percentage of students engaged in community service
- Number of annual community service hours contributed per student
- Description of program(s) to support employee volunteering
- Website URL- Community service programs
EN 14: Participation in Public Policy
- Description of sustainability public policy advocacy at the municipal/local level
- Description of sustainability public policy advocacy at the state/provincial/regional level
- Description of sustainability public policy advocacy at the national level
- Description of sustainability public policy advocacy at the international level
- Website URL - Sustainability advocacy efforts
EN 15: Trademark Licensing
- Description of the independent trademark monitoring and verification organization
- The labor rights code of conduct for licensees (upload)
- The labor rights code of conduct for licensees (description)
- Website URL - Trademark licensing initiatives
Additional analysis on scores and quantitative fields can be conducted using the STARS Benchmarking Tool.