Conference Presentations
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AASHE’s database of conference presentations includes thousands of abstracts and presentation materials from AASHE’s annual Conference & Expo as well as presentation materials from other sustainability in higher education conferences.
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Bridging the Data Gap: Strengthening Procurement Insights from Small Producers Student Case Competition - Final Round
- University of Michigan (MI)
This is the final round for both undergraduate and graduate students of "Bridging the Data Gap: Strengthening Procurement Insights from Small Producers," a case competition held as part of the …
- Posted Oct. 8, 2025
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Bridging the Data Gap: Strengthening Procurement Insights from Small Producers Student Case Competition - Preliminary Rounds
- University of Michigan (MI)
This is the preliminary round of "Bridging the Data Gap: Strengthening Procurement Insights from Small Producers." a case competition held as part of the 2025 Conference on Sustainable Food Procurement …
- Posted Oct. 8, 2025
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Procurement 101
- University of California, Berkeley (CA)
Kick off the evening by joining a special session led by Helene York, a seasoned supply chain executive, and educator who has spent over two decades applying a sustainability lens …
- Posted Oct. 8, 2025
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Zingerman's Tour: Leveraging Lean Six Sigma as an Operational Guide to Sustainability
- Zingerman's Delicatessen (MI)
Zingerman’s Delicatessen is an Ann Arbor, Michigan institution helmed by managing partners Grace Singleton, Rick Strutz, and Rodger Bowser. The Deli is known for full-flavored, traditionally-made foods—from storied sandwiches and …
- Posted Oct. 8, 2025
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Sustainable Procurement Contract Language
- University of Michigan (MI)
This academic poster highlights the research, findings, and recommendations from the 2023 Winter Sustainable Food Procurement Research Project conducted for Michigan Dining (MDining) with sponsorship from the University of Michigan …
- Posted Oct. 8, 2025
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Legal Considerations for Sustainable Procurement
- Georgetown University (DC)
The poultry and meatpacking industries are essential yet plagued by unsafe working conditions and systemic exploitation of workers, particularly immigrants and marginalized communities. This workshop will highlight the work of …
- Posted Oct. 8, 2025
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Shifting to Plant-Based Default
- Sustainable Purchasing Leadership Council (MA)
This session led by the Sustainable Purchasing Leadership Council will dive into how our food choices can drive impactful climate action. The shift to plant-based defaults has been highly successful …
- Posted Oct. 8, 2025
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Navigating Sustainable Certifications
- University of Michigan (MI)
This workshop provides an overview of key supplier certifications, their significance, and the criteria used to evaluate their credibility. It will also explore the impact of certifications on supplier diversity …
- Posted Oct. 8, 2025
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Demystifying Sustainable Purchasing
- University of Michigan (MI)
- University of Notre Dame (IN)
Explore the transition to sustainable procurement by examining contract language/standards and alternative strategies to empower buyers and suppliers. This workshop addresses unique challenges in implementation, offering practical solutions and insights …
- Posted Oct. 8, 2025
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From Insights to Impact | Fueling Your Vision for Actionable Strategies
- Impact Collective Group
With so much new knowledge to absorb, knowing where to start can feel overwhelming. Join Impact Collective Group for a closing session that will empower you to turn insights from …
- Posted Oct. 8, 2025
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Fair Labor Considerations and Human Rights Due Diligence in Food Procurement
- Fair Labor Association (DC)
Understanding the human rights risks in food supply chains and engaging with supply chain partners accordingly is crucial to sustainable food procurement. This workshop will begin with an introduction to …
- Posted Oct. 8, 2025
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Tackling the Palm Oil Crisis: Certifying to Save Primates, People, Planet
- University of Michigan-Dearborn (MI)
Palm oil production is a significant driver of climate change, deforestation, and human rights abuses, while contributing to health issues like heart disease and obesity. Palm-to-Palm (PtP) seeks to address …
- Posted Oct. 8, 2025
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Scaling Sustainable Procurement
- University of Michigan (MI)
A project focused on enhancing sustainability within MDining’s procurement stream by developing a vendor scorecard and offering recommendations that promote sustainable practices, maintain vendor diversity, and propose improvements to the …
- Posted Oct. 8, 2025
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Office of Campus Sustainability
- University of Michigan (MI)
Learn more about the different programs managed by the Office of Campus Sustainability including sustainable grounds, zero waste events, hands in the dirt, Earth month, sustainable lab hub, and composting.
- Posted Oct. 8, 2025
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Would You Be A Migrant Worker?
- University of Michigan (MI)
Meredith spent 6 weeks living in and volunteering at a migrant work shelter in Taichung City, Taiwan. This is a snapshot of what she observed and why she has dedicated …
- Posted Oct. 8, 2025
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Impact Metrics collection and analysis by MDining Analytics team and how Impact Metrics interns are using this to create an impact report for MDining
- University of Michigan (MI)
- Posted Oct. 8, 2025
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Enabling Plant-Forward Pathways: Simple, Engaging Tools to Shift Food Choices in Campus Dining
- Menus of Change University Research Collaborative
Despite growing sustainability goals, adopting plant-based meals at scale remains a challenge for many institutions. This project presents a structured, research-driven approach to helping dining teams normalize plant-forward choices through …
- Posted Oct. 8, 2025
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10 CENTS A MEAL 2022-2023 EVALUATION RESULTS
- Michigan State University (MI)
Shared results from the academic year 22-23 for the 10 Cents a Meal program in Michigan. The poster also provides recommendations on how to improve the program in future years …
- Posted Oct. 8, 2025
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Ethical Eats - How Foodservice Leaders are Transforming Animal Welfare
- Aramark (PA)
- Sodexo USA (MD)
- Compassion in World Farming (NY)
As consumer awareness on animal welfare and demand for ethically sourced food continue to grow, major foodservice providers are taking significant steps toward improving animal welfare across their supply chains. …
- Posted Oct. 8, 2025
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Measuring Impact of Values-based Procurement Programs
- The Center for Good Food Purchasing (CA)
Join Good Food Purchasing for a session on integrating values-based procurement strategies into your initiatives. This workshop will provide practical guidance on partnering with GFP or independently conducting values-based impact …
- Posted Oct. 8, 2025
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Introduction to Values-Based Procurement
- The Common Market
- Chicago Food Policy Action Council (IL)
Discover how colleges and universities can advance values-based purchasing while supporting diverse, equitable food systems. Join nonprofit food distributor The Common Market as it showcases partnerships that uplift local, climate-smart, …
- Posted Oct. 8, 2025
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Argus Farm Stop Tour: Offsetting Risks of Supplier Diversity
- Argus Farm Stop (MI)
Argus Farm Stop sells produce for a wide variety of farms in our local area all year round. Our farmers receive 70% of the purchase price for their goods and …
- Posted Oct. 8, 2025
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Maize & Blue Cupboard Tour: Rerouting Food Waste to Address Food Equity
- University of Michigan (MI)
- Food Recovery Network (MD)
- Food Gatherers (MI)
The Maize and Blue Cupboard (MBC) ensures everyone on campus receives equitable access to healthy, nutritious food and the ability to prepare it for themselves or others. MBC provides a …
- Posted Oct. 8, 2025
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Telling Your Sustainability Story
- National Association of College and University Food Services (MI)
Every institution has a sustainable story to tell, telling your sustainable story is important as it communicates to your stakeholders your commitments to reduce your emissions. A good story helps …
- Posted Oct. 8, 2025
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Farm-to-Institution: Reentering the Marketplace
- Gavin Orchards
The farm was established in 2010. We started working outside of farms, delivering apples. People heard about offerings and the program grew. We are now delivering to colleges and universities …
- Posted Oct. 8, 2025
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Compostable or Confusing? Unraveling the Complexities of Compostable Products
- World Centric (CA)
As institutions seek to reduce single-use plastics and implement more sustainable procurement practices, compostable products often emerge as a promising solution – but not without confusion.
This session will demystify …
- Posted Oct. 8, 2025
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Unveiling the Palm Oil Pipeline: Re-Imagining Corporate Responsibility Towards Sustainability and Consumer Action
- University of Michigan-Dearborn (MI)
This workshop critically examines the complex interplay between global corporate practices, local community well-being, and the environmental consequences of unsustainable palm oil production. Palm oil, while a lucrative commodity, has …
- Posted Oct. 8, 2025
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Keynote: Building a Sustainable Development Plan with Impact Collective Group (ICG)
- Impact Collective Group
Founder and CEO, Sarah Weishaar launched Impact Collective Group with the vision of empowering organizations to achieve industry-leading success by delivering smart, tailored, and effective ESG solutions that drive performance …
- Posted Oct. 8, 2025
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Invitation to Join the Sustainable Food Procurement Community of Practice
- University of Michigan (MI)
At the close of the 2023 Conference on Sustainable Food Procurement by Institutions, the Sustainable Food Procurement Community of Practice was established to create a collaborative, ongoing platform for continued …
- Posted Oct. 8, 2025
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Conference Sustainability Initiatives
- University of Michigan (MI)
Learn how the 2025 Conference on Sustainable Food Procurement by Institutions has prioritized sustainability in its planning. Hear about Net Zero efforts, food recovery programs, and carbon sensitive catering and …
- Posted Oct. 8, 2025
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Keynote: Establishing a Sustainable Food Culture: Lessons from Zingerman’s Delicatessen
- Zingerman's Delicatessen (MI)
Zingerman’s Deli, a cornerstone of the renowned Zingerman’s Community of Businesses, is committed to sustainability in every aspect of its operations. As part of an $18 million Ann Arbor-based company, …
- Posted Oct. 8, 2025
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The Price of Transparency: Why Traceability in Olive Oil Matters for the Entire Food Industry
- Olive Oil Selections
This session will explore the challenges of traceability in olive oil and how they reflect broader issues in food supply chains. Attendees will gain insights into the financial, regulatory, and …
- Posted Oct. 8, 2025
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From Dock to Dining Hall: A Deep Dive into Sustainable Seafood Sourcing
- University of Michigan (MI)
- Sea to Table (NY)
The discussion will delve into the origins of MDining’s commitment to responsible seafood procurement, the challenges of defining sustainability priorities, the nuances of certifications like MSC, and the complexities of …
- Posted Oct. 8, 2025
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Identifying Opportunities in Higher Education: Case Study on UC Schools Systems
- University of California, Office of the President (CA)
- SupplyChange
SupplyChange connects underserved producers with institutions like schools, hospitals, universities, and corporations to create more inclusive and localized value chains. By addressing internal barriers and fostering collaboration, SupplyChange empowers institutions …
- Posted Oct. 8, 2025
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Fischer Farms and IU Case Study
- Indiana University Bloomington (IN)
- Fischer Farms
Dave Fischer with Fischer Farms will discuss how they've built their direct beef and pork business to supply restaurants and major universities. Jodee Smith from Indiana University will talk about …
- Posted Oct. 8, 2025
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AASHE Stars Update
- AASHE (MA)
This session will cover recent updates to the AASHE STARS (Sustainability Tracking, Assessment & Rating System) framework, highlighting key changes in reporting requirements and scoring methodology. Attendees will learn how …
- Posted Oct. 8, 2025
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University of Alaska Anchorage (UAA)’s Green Fee Board evaluates student sustainability awareness and engagement through their Campus Sustainability Survey
- University of Alaska Anchorage (AK)
University of Alaska Anchorage (UAA)’s Green Fee Board evaluates student sustainability awareness and engagement through their Campus Sustainability Survey
Sustainability awareness and engagement are imperative for creating a greener campus. …
- Posted April 8, 2025
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Getting to "I Do"- Exploring Engagement with a Distributed Student, Staff and Faculty Population
- Southern New Hampshire University (NH)
While every campus is unique in developing engagement programs geared to their culture and population, common challenges and strategies exist. Hearing new perspectives can spur your own creativity and help …
- Posted March 3, 2025
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Solutions Stage - Ecotone Renewables: Building a World Without Waste
- AASHE (MA)
- Ecotone Renewables (PA)
Join us as we introduce Ecotone Renewables and our flagship products, the ZEUS biodigester and Soil Sauce fertilizer. Ecotone Renewables is partnered with higher education institutions in the Northeastern USA …
- Posted Feb. 28, 2025
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BIG10 & Friends Sustainability Networking Meeting
- University of Nebraska - Lincoln (NE)
This networking session will allow members of the BIG10 & Friends Sustainability Network to gather in person and discuss lessons learned, successes, and next steps in a variety of initiatives …
- Posted Feb. 28, 2025
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Accelerate Connections: Speed Networking for Sustainability Professionals
- The University of British Columbia (BC)
The "Speed Networking for Sustainability Professionals" session is designed to quickly and effectively connect participants, helping them expand their professional networks in a dynamic setting. Ideal for sustainability experts, researchers, …
- Posted Feb. 28, 2025
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California Sustainability in Higher Education Meetup
- Santa Clara University (CA)
This session is for faculty, students, and staff from California's higher education institutions to discuss current and relevant sustainability initiatives.
- Posted Feb. 28, 2025
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Campus as Lab Managers, Coordinators and Faculty
- Duke University (NC)
Find your "Campus as Lab" people! Want to meet others in a similar role and "talk shop" about using your institution's infrastructure and operations for applied student learning? Come say …
- Posted Feb. 28, 2025
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IRA and Resources Discussion Community of Practice
- Boise State University (ID)
The IRA and Resources Discussion Community of Practice is a space where higher-education professionals and partners can gather to discuss how to utilize the Inflation Reduction Act. This session will …
- Posted Feb. 28, 2025
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Health-Promoting Campus Networks Meet-Up
- Auburn University (AL)
This session aims to gather participants from campuses that have joined a country-based Health-Promoting Network and/or discussed the adoption of the Okanagan Charter. The session will briefly review information on …
- Posted Feb. 28, 2025
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Creating Sustainable Connections: Pre-Conference Networking using Liberating Structures
- AASHE (MA)
Kickstart your conference experience by attending an engaging and interactive session designed to foster meaningful connections among early-arriving attendees through the dynamic and inclusive approach of Liberating Structures.
- Posted Feb. 28, 2025
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Senior Leaders Forum
- AASHE (MA)
The intention of this session is to connect senior sustainability change agents who have roles and/or responsibilities similar to yours to: Create a space for senior professionals to build and …
- Posted Feb. 28, 2025
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Supporting Early Career Professionals & Strengthening Networks
- California State University, San Marcos (CA)
This Supporting Early Career Professionals and Strengthening Networks meeting will provide new professionals in the field of sustainability the opportunity to make meaningful connections with their peers and other leaders. …
- Posted Feb. 28, 2025
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Engaging our Emotions for Climate Anxiety Programming
- Reed College (OR)
- University of Oregon (OR)
Climate anxiety is prevalent among those who study and work in sustainability in higher education. The stress, anxiety, guilt, and other difficult emotions we face as sustainability practitioners have the …
- Posted Feb. 28, 2025
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Wrangling ePTDs and Making Friends: Planning, Policy, & Infrastructure for e-Bikes and e-Scooters on Campus
- Tufts University (MA)
Students and employees utilize electronic personal transportation devices (ePTDs) like e-bikes and e-scooters as an inexpensive form of sweat-less transportation. Their relative portability makes it easy to bring them inside …
- Posted Feb. 28, 2025
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