A more sustainable university

Recycling bins in each office with weekly or bi-weekly pickup or a central place in each building for recycling - –student led initiative
Set an asymptotic goal of “zero waste”
Source purchases locally where possible
Experiential learning toward “green” living - University wide experiential learning (like common read)
Sustain through retention, retain through reduction of degree requirements whenever possible
Broader understand of what outcomes produce what resources
In-service education/information
Sustainability in the curriculum (e.g. a course in law economics and sustainability?)
Expand BSCI Participation
University wide reduction of carbon footprint – publicize getting there
Data driven course scheduling
Dual enrollment w/High Schools
Distance delivery of whole degree programs
More teaching faculty, less administration
Better software to help us be more efficient in class decisions
Expand & utilize extension and service learning services to develop and promote active, healthy communities. Communities can be university, local, state, regional, global. This work can be driven throughout our university curricula- inherently creates outreach and should result in grant procurement and scholarship. Addresses global and national health care concerns with focus on prevention. An integral piece of sustainability. Connects us globally – should pull together multiple disciplines across campus.
Implement a consistent/transparent budget process
All programs include environmental aspect
Develop areas of expertise regionally
Balance class sizes
Ergonomic /refreshed student study area
Planning models – degree audit
Invest in staff to make sure priorities are successful
“Capstone” courses to include campus sustainability projects
4-day work week
Each course linked to environmental issues – (climate change)
More flexible degree program
Partnering with other institutions, networks increases recognition, mutual value, synergy and sustainable efforts