| Overall Rating | Gold |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 71.04 |
| Liaison | Natalie Hayes |
| Submission Date | Oct. 19, 2023 |
Bentley University
IN-48: Innovation B
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
|---|---|---|
|
0.50 / 0.50 |
Natalie
Hayes Associate Director of Sustainability Office of Sustainability |
Name or title of the innovative policy, practice, program, or outcome:
A brief description of the innovative policy, practice, program, or outcome that outlines how credit criteria are met and any positive measurable outcomes associated with the innovation:
The Service-Learning and Civic Engagement Center (BSLCE) announced the launch of our new Social Justice Lounge, located in the BSLCE in Morison 101, in October 2022. The lounge is a special spot, outfitted with furniture and décor representing Business for the Greater Good- fair trade, upcycled, sustainable, and illustrating varying business models that take a holistic and synergistic People, Planet, Profit approach. It's a small space designed for intimate and thoughtful conversation on DEIJ issues. The inaugural Social Justice Lounge Series, a series of talks given in the space, wsas organized by Professor Mateo Cruz, the Social Justice Faculty Fellow. An example of the talks are below:
- Wednesday, October 12: How To... Run for Office and Win!
- Wednesday, November 2: How To... Fight for Trans Rights!
- Wednesday, December 7: How To... Build a Socially Conscious Business!
A letter of affirmation from an individual with relevant expertise or a press release or publication featuring the innovation :
The website URL where information about the programs or initiatives is available:
Additional documentation to support the submission:
Data source(s) and notes about the submission:
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