Governance

STARS is a highly collaborative project with multiple opportunities for participation and engagement.

STARS Steering Committee

The STARS Steering Committee (SC) approves updates and revisions to the technical content of STARS, including each new version, and also advises on program policy, finances, and strategic positioning.  SC members serve a three-year term and may be re-appointed for a second term. 

Current SC Members

• Tonie Miyamoto (Chair), Director of Communications and Sustainability, Colorado State University (2022-2027)
• Alex Davis (Vice Chair), Assistant Director, University Sustainability Practices, Arizona State University (2024-2026)
• Jennifer Chirico, Associate Vice President of Sustainability, Georgia Institute of Technology (2026-2026)
• Julian Dautremont, Director of Programs, AASHE (ex-officio)
• Stephen Ellis, Associate Director, Asset Strategy & Resilience, Boston University (2022-2027)
• Cassandra Lamontagne, Sustainability Coordinator, Office of Sustainability, Concordia University (2024-2026)
• Benjamin Newton, Environmental Sustainability Director, Central Community College (2021-2026)
• Kelli O’Day, Assessment Program Manager, University of California, Davis (2024-2026)
• Pallavi Pokharel, Sustainability Manager, Idaho State University (2026-2028)
• Carmen Primo Perez, Division of the Chief Operating Officer, University of Tasmania (2021-2026)
• Ezra Small, Campus Sustainability Manager, University of Massachusetts Amherst (2026-2028)
• Madeline Yeatts, Sustainability Manager, Allegheny College (2026-2028)

• Read SC meeting minutes
• Access SC standard operating procedures
• Review the qualifications and criteria for becoming an SC member

Advisory Council

The AASHE Advisory Council (AC) is a key source for input and insight regarding the content of STARS credits.

• Meet the current Advisory Council
• Review the qualifications and criteria for becoming an advisor 

Partner Organizations

STARS Partner Organizations are higher education associations and other non-profit organizations that provide value to the development and promotion of STARS.  To inquire about becoming a partner organization, email stars@aashe.org.

Governance Applications

We are not currently accepting applications to join the STARS Steering Committee and the AASHE Advisory Council. We typically solicit applications in the fall.