In this conversation, we will explore racial equity in the context of DEI in the investment industry and how endowments can leverage their influence for positive, systemic change. Topics may include DEI training for investment teams; selecting diverse asset managers, integrating DEI principles into the investment process, and shareholder engagement to advance racial equity. We […]
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California Higher Education Sustainability Conference (CHESC)
The California Higher Education Sustainability Conference (CHESC), hosted by the University of California, Santa Barbara, is offering our first virtual conference this summer with live interactions as well as on demand sessions available for a year post event, networking activities, an awards ceremony, a full virtual exhibit hall and poster show, and entertainment to bring […]
Integrating Sustainable Investment Options Into Higher Ed Retirement Plans
Join IEN for an informative and interactive webinar with council members, comprised of IEN institutions and top asset management firms, to learn how your institution can close this blind spot and provide retirement funds that reflect both the mission of your organization and the values of your employees.
Webinar: Community Engagement in the Transition to Carbon Neutrality
This webinar will present a guide to help universities interested in going carbon neutral find innovative ways to engage their students and their broader campus community in the process.
Principles for Responsible Management Education (PRME) Northeast Conference
The Fifth UN PRME Northeast Conference will be held on March 26-27 and aim to address issues that are essential for building a sustainable future for the Northeast, the US, and the world. This year’s theme is Sustainable Development Goals: Transforming Business Education and Practice. Academic, student, corporate, and NGO participants are invited to discuss […]
Texas Regional Alliance for Campus Sustainability 2020 Summit
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley will host the 2020 Annual Texas Regional Alliance for Campus Sustainability Summit. This summit will be held at the South Padre Island Convention Center, one of the largest destinations and most valued ecological regions of South Texas. The summit focuses on continued education for sustainability practices, and participants […]
Intermountain Sustainability Summit
The Intermountain Sustainability Summit is an annual benchmark event where sustainability professionals from business, non-profits, government, and education come together, along with the next generation of leaders, to learn, share, network and build momentum as we work to improve our communities, environment and economy.
Fossil Fuel Divestment Day
On February 13th, campus divestment campaigns across the country, along with allies in state pension divestment campaigns and international groups, will take unified action on divestment.
2019 AASHE Conference & Expo
Expected to draw approximately 2,000 participants, the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education’s (AASHE’s) annual conference is the largest stage in North America to exchange effective models, policies, research, collaborations and transformative actions that advance sustainability in higher education and surrounding communities. We invite you to join us and share your knowledge, achievements and ideas.
UMACS Conference 2019
This year’s Upper Midwest Association for Campus Sustainability (UMACS) conference theme is Diversity, Community, & Creativity: Elements for Sustainable Transformation.