Overall Rating | Silver - expired |
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Overall Score | 55.69 |
Liaison | Derek Nichols |
Submission Date | Nov. 20, 2012 |
Executive Letter | Download |
University at Buffalo
ER-3: Sustainability in New Student Orientation
Status | Score | Responsible Party |
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2.00 / 2.00 |
Matthew
Weigand Director, New Student Programs University Life & Services |
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Does the institution include sustainability prominently in new student orientation?:
Yes
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A brief description of how sustainability is included prominently in new student orientation:
Although environmental sustainability is not a stand-alone session at new student orientation, incoming UB students learn about UB’s commitment to environmental sustainability and their role in contributing to these efforts throughout the orientation process. Examples include:
· Print publications produced and distributed to new students prior to and at orientation have been minimized, taking advantage of electronic communication capabilities. All print publications meet FSC standards.
· “Disposable” giveaway items have been eliminated and replaced with more sustainable products such as reusable drawstring tote bags and reusable water bottles.
· At meals served during orientation, students are encouraged to minimize waste, and recycling and composting efforts at UB are showcased.
· Several orientation workshops include environmental sustainability as an integrated theme:
o Getting around UB (focusing on buses, shuttles, biking, Zipcar, etc.)
o Meal Plans & Campus Cash (focusing on reducing waste/composting as related to food services)
o Career Services (focusing on resources for those interested in exploring “green” careers)
o Living On Campus (focusing on recycling and LEED certified housing options)
· When travel between campuses is required at orientation, students utilize UB Stampede inter-campus buses, learning how to and the benefits of utilizing the transportation system.
· When leading campus tours, Orientation Leaders point out recycling receptacles and water bottle re-fill stations.
· Involvement fairs include student organizations that focus on environmental sustainability (e.g., Environmental Network, Engineers for a Sustainable World)
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The website URL where information about sustainability in new student orientation is available:
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