Overall Rating Gold
Overall Score 65.69
Liaison Jennifer Kleindienst
Submission Date April 5, 2023

STARS v2.2

Wesleyan University
EN-4: Outreach Materials and Publications

Status Score Responsible Party
Complete 2.00 / 2.00 Jennifer Kleindienst
Sustainability Coordinator
Finance and Administration
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Central sustainability website 

Does the institution have a central sustainability website that consolidates information about the institution’s sustainability efforts?:
Yes

Website URL for the central sustainability website:
https://www.wesleyan.edu/sustainability/

Sustainability newsletter or social media platform

Does the institution have a sustainability newsletter or social media platform that focuses specifically on campus sustainability?:
Yes

A brief description of the sustainability newsletter or social media platform:
The Wesleyan Sustainability Office operates social media platforms under the handle @sustainablewes on Instagram (operational but infrequently used: TikTok, Facebook, Twitter).

Signage

Does the institution have signage that highlights sustainability features on campus?:
Yes

A brief description of the signage that highlights sustainability features on campus:
Each of Wesleyan's LEED-certified buildings include interior plaques and signage to highlight the building's sustainability features. Additional signage showcases the permaculture garden in West College Courtyard.

Wesleyan has signs next to selected drinking fountains and water bottle filling stations to advertise their sustainability impacts. Each classroom and public meeting space has signs reminding users to turn off lights, projectors, and adjust HVAC and windows before leaving a space.

Sustainability map or tour

Does the institution provide a sustainability walking map or tour?:
Yes

A brief description of the sustainability walking map or tour:
The Sustainability Office offers sustainability campus tours on an irregular basis, often relating to a particular new initiative (ex: highlighting features of the new Sustainability Strategic Plan).

Green living guide 

Does the institution produce a guide for green living and/or incorporating sustainability into the residential experience?:
Yes

A brief description of the guide for green living and/or incorporating sustainability into the residential experience:
The Sustainability Office has a green room certification program that provides guidance on green living: https://www.wesleyan.edu/sustainability/students/green-room.html. Information is also provided to students about composting, heating tips, and recycling for all incoming students. Additionally, there are sustainability tips in new student packing lists.

Optional Fields

A brief description of other comprehensive sustainability outreach materials and publications not covered above:
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Additional documentation to support the submission:
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