| Overall Rating | Silver - expired |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 63.42 |
| Liaison | Elaine Durr |
| Submission Date | Feb. 5, 2014 |
| Executive Letter | Download |
Elon University
ER-4: Sustainability Outreach and Publications
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
|---|---|---|
|
4.00 / 4.00 |
Elaine
Durr Senior Director of Sustainability Office of Sustainability |
Does the institution have a central sustainability website that consolidates information about the institution's sustainability efforts?:
A brief description of the central sustainability website that consolidates information about the institution's sustainability efforts:
The Elon Sustainability website is a comprehensive source for sustainability information and is easily accessible from the University's homepage. It includes information about the Office of Sustainability's mission, the Environmental Advisory Council, the campus' sustainability planning documents, the numerous physical campus sustainability initiatives, academic sustainability initiatives, student programs related to sustainability, how to live sustainably on and off campus, sustainability news and events and sustainability related resources (local and regional groups as well as sources).
The website URL for the central sustainability website that consolidates information about the institution's sustainability efforts:
Does the institution have a sustainability newsletter?:
A brief description of the sustainability newsletter:
The Sustainability Newsletter was started in the fall of 2011 and is created by the Communications Intern in the Office of Sustainability with guidance from the Education and Outreach Coordinator. It is distributed once a semester via email to those who sign-up for the student sustainability list and to faculty and staff. It is also posted online. The content may vary each time it is published; but in general, the newsletter contains information about new programs, events, interesting information/statistics about existing programs and stories about student and/or faculty/staff projects or work related to sustainability.
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Does the institution have a vehicle to publish and disseminate student research on sustainability?:
A brief description of the vehicle to publish and disseminate student research on sustainability:
Visions Magazine, The World We Live In and The World We Want To Live In, is a faculty-student organized and operated publication, which features the works of Elon University students and student-faculty collaborations. All content goes through a blind peer review prior to being accepted for publication. The primary purpose of Visions is to expose students to the scholarly process of research, writing and peer review. It provides publishing opportunities to students from all disciplines with an interest in the environment and sustainable development.
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Does the institution have building signage that highlights green building features?:
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Does the institution have food service area signage and/or brochures that include information about sustainable food systems?:
A brief description of food service area signage and/or brochures that include information about sustainable food systems:
Elon Dining Services (Aramark) has a web page dedicated to sustainability efforts within the dining facilities. Information about these efforts (e.g., composting, tray-less dining, local/regional food purchasing) is incorporated into informational posters, digital signage and table tents in the facilities. In fall 2013, first-year students were given a reusable shopping bag with a flyer about Dining Services' sustainability efforts. In fall 2011, item identifiers were incorporated in the dining halls and convenience stores. These identifiers mark gluten free, vegan, vegetarian, fair trade, local, organic and rainforest alliance foods. Information about the North Carolina 10% Campaign is also displayed in the dining facilities. Elon Dining Services signed-up for this Campaign in 2011.
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Does the institution have signage on the grounds about sustainable grounds-keeping strategies employed?:
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Does the institution have a sustainability walking map or tour?:
A brief description of the sustainability walking map or tour:
The Sustainability Tour Map highlights sustainability features and programs on campus. It is electronically available, along with pod cast files, on the Sustainability website.
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Does the institution have a guide for commuters about how to use alternative methods of transportation?:
A brief description of the guide for commuters about how to use alternative methods of transportation:
The Transportation page of the Sustainability website provides commuters with information about the various alternative transportation options available including the BioBus, carpooling, car sharing, vanpooling, the emergency ride home program, information about regional bus routes and bicycling. The Sustainable Living Guide for students also includes information about alternative methods of transportation.
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Does the institution have a guide for green living and incorporating sustainability into the residential experience?:
A brief description of the guide for green living and incorporating sustainability into the residential experience:
The Sustainable Living Guide provides a number of strategies and tips for incorporating sustainability into the residential experience. There is also a guide for students living off campus. It includes the following topics: power, transportation, waste management, in the residence, get involved and challenge yourself. The Sustainable Living Guide for residential neighborhoods with LEED facilities includes information about the sustainable features of the LEED buildings in that neighborhood. Students are provided with information about the Sustainable Living Guide upon move-in.
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Does the institution have regular coverage of sustainability in the main student newspaper (either through a regular column or a reporter assigned to the sustainability beat)?:
A brief description of regular coverage of sustainability in the main student newspaper, either through a regular column or a reporter assigned to the sustainability beat:
There is not a reporter assigned to the sustainability beat or a regular column on sustainability; however, sustainability topics and stories are often covered in the student newspaper.
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Does the institution produce another sustainability publication or outreach material not covered above? (1st material):
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There is an Elon Sustainability Facebook page used regularly to communicate sustainability events, activities and information. Similarly, there is an Elon Sustainability Twitter account (@Sustainable Elon).
www.facebook.com/ElonSustainability
www.twitter.com/SustainableElon
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Data source(s) and notes about the submission:
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