Inspiring higher education to lead the sustainability transformation
Announcements
Seeking to elevate your sustainability degree program? AASHE’s six-month Program Directors’ Cohort begins this November, offering a unique opportunity for program leaders to assess and enhance their program offerings. This cohort is designed for directors seeking to align their curriculum with the latest sustainability education standards while addressing key challenges such as interdisciplinary integration and resource management. Over six months, you’ll collaborate with peers and receive expert guidance from facilitators, helping you refine your program’s strengths and prepare for the future. Whether you’re looking to update your curriculum, improve pedagogy, or strengthen your program’s impact, this cohort offers the tools, insights, and support you need. Don’t miss this opportunity!
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AASHE is now accepting applications for its Advisory Council, offering an opportunity for individuals to provide advice and guidance on AASHE strategy as well as specific programs and services. We encourage applications from leaders passionate about sustainability in higher ed, with a special call for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) and those with experience in racial equity and social justice. To be eligible, applicants must be affiliated with an AASHE member organization. Applications are due by Friday, November 1. Apply today!
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We are thrilled to announce that Shaun Harper, one of America’s most highly respected experts in diversity, equity, and inclusion, will deliver our next keynote at the AASHE 2024 Conference & Expo! This timely keynote will illuminate the critical role of DEI in higher education, addressing its pressing challenges and empowering sustainability advocates with transformative insights. Dr. Harper is Provost Professor at the Rossier School of Education, Price School of Public Policy, and Marshall School of Business at the University of Southern California (USC). He also serves as the Clifford and Betty Allen Chair in Urban Leadership and is the founder and executive director of the USC Race and Equity Center.
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Join AASHE and partners for the Campus Decarbonization Academy, a cohort-based program designed to equip sustainability, energy, and facilities managers, as well as business officers and campus planners, with the skills and strategies to lead decarbonization efforts. This program will provide practical knowledge on renewable energy, electrification, and energy-efficient technologies, while also focusing on building stakeholder buy-in. Participants will have the opportunity to connect with experts and peers, share best practices, and learn how to access key funding sources, including federal and state resources like IRA funds. The Academy will help institutions navigate the complex process of decarbonization, offering actionable solutions to support long-term climate action. Registration opens soon for this spring 2025 program.
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We are excited to share that registration is open for the 2024 AASHE Conference & Expo in Anaheim, CA, this October 27-29! The conference offers invaluable educational and professional advantages, equipping you with the latest insights and strategies in higher-ed sustainability. Additionally, it presents an exceptional occasion to reconnect with colleagues and friends you haven’t seen since our last in-person gathering in Boston, MA. Take advantage of this unique chance to deepen your connections and foster meaningful collaborations. We look forward to welcoming you to an inspiring and memorable conference experience. See you in October!
Announcements
The 2024 Sustainable Campus Index (SCI) recognizes top-performing colleges and universities overall and in 17 sustainability impact areas, as measured by the Sustainability Tracking, Assessment & Rating System (STARS). The SCI also features institutional highlights that showcase innovative leadership and celebrates institutions with exceptional report accuracy and quality.
Sustainability Tracking, Assessment & Rating System (STARS) is a transparent, self-reporting framework for colleges and universities to measure their sustainability performance.
The largest stage to share effective models, policies, research, collaborations and transformative actions which advance sustainability in higher education.
A one-stop shop for toolkits and resource collections on all aspects of sustainability in higher education.
A weekly e-newsletter that delivers the latest in campus sustainability news, resources, opportunities, events, and jobs and internships.
Sustainability Tracking, Assessment & Rating System (STARS)
About AASHE
AASHE empowers higher education faculty, administrators, staff and students to be effective change agents and drivers of sustainability innovation. AASHE enables members to translate information into action by offering essential resources and professional development to a diverse, engaged community of sustainability leaders.
By sharing knowledge, cooperating on projects and fostering meaningful relationships, partners in the Mentorship Program help advance the field of higher education sustainability.
As the campus sustainability movement has evolved, a wide variety of networks of campus sustainability advocates have emerged. These networks, which are often formed along state, provincial and/or regional lines, share many goals with AASHE. For this reason, we have formalized a collaborative relationship with many of these networks through our Affiliates Program.
AASHE has partnered with 13 Centers for Sustainability Across the Curriculum on a pilot basis to offer workshops and other professional development opportunities on sustainability in the curriculum in an effort to increase the accessibility and diversity of sustainability-oriented training for faculty.
