Overall Rating Silver - expired
Overall Score 57.84
Liaison Paul Edlund
Submission Date Feb. 19, 2019
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STARS v2.1

Montana State University
EN-4: Outreach Materials and Publications

Status Score Responsible Party
Complete 2.00 / 2.00 Mathew Bain
Intern
Office of Sustainability
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Central Sustainability Website 

Does the institution have a central sustainability website that consolidates information about the institution's sustainability efforts?:
Yes

A brief description of the central sustainability website (optional):
The MSU Office of Sustainability website hosts information regarding sustainability on campus - including the university's sustainability goals, upcoming events, employment opportunities, clubs, and project information.

The website URL for the central sustainability website:
http://www.montana.edu/sustainability/

Sustainability Newsletter 

Does the institution have a sustainability newsletter?:
No

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A brief description of the sustainability newsletter:
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The website URL for the sustainability newsletter:
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Social Media Platforms 

Does the institution have social media platforms (e.g. Facebook, Twitter, interactive blogs) that focus specifically on campus sustainability?:
Yes

A brief description of the social media platforms that focus on sustainability:
The MSU Office of Sustainability maintains a Facebook and Instagram account focused on increasing engagement with the student body and greater community. The Facebook page updates students with news and upcoming events. Additionally, the student group Sustainability Now (SNow) maintains a Facebook and Instagram account, which are used to engage with their members and the greater community. News and upcoming events are shared through these platforms.

The website URL of the primary social media platform focused on sustainability:
https://www.facebook.com/MontanaStateSustainability/?hc_ref=NEWSFEED&fref=nf

Student Newspaper Coverage 

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?:
No

A brief description of the regular coverage of sustainability in the main student newspaper:
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The website URL for regular coverage of sustainability in the main student newspaper:
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Student Research Publication 

Does the institution produce a vehicle to publish and disseminate student research on sustainability?:
No

A brief description of the vehicle to publish and disseminate student research on sustainability:
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The website URL for the vehicle to publish and disseminate student research on sustainability:
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Green Building Signage 

Does the institution have building signage that highlights green building features?:
Yes

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A brief description of building signage that highlights green building features :
All buildings designated as LEED certified have a plaque indicating this certification and the level of achievement.

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The website URL for building signage that highlights green building features :
http://www.montana.edu/sustainability/projectsandinitiatives/buildingsandgrounds.html

Sustainable Food Systems Information 

Does the institution have signage and/or brochures that include information about sustainable food systems?:
Yes

A brief description of the signage and/or brochures that include information about sustainable food systems:
Miller Dining Commons and the new MSU Dining Pavilion include signage indicating which products are part of the Farm to Campus program. The dining commons also have signage to encourage students to limit food waste through the "Taste It, Don't Waste It" campaign as well as signage regarding how to sort waste for composting.

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The website URL for food service area signage and/or brochures that include information about sustainable food systems:
http://www.montana.edu/culinaryservices/farm_to_campus/

Sustainable Grounds Signage 

Does the institution have signage on the grounds about sustainable groundskeeping and/or landscaping strategies employed?:
Yes

A brief description of the signage on the grounds about sustainable groundskeeping and/or landscaping strategies employed:
Edible and native gardens are marked throughout campus with signs and information on the plants that are present.

The website URL for the signage on the grounds about sustainable groundskeeping and/or landscaping strategies employed:
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Sustainable Walking Map or Tour 

Does the institution produce a sustainability walking map or tour?:
No

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A brief description of the sustainability walking map or tour:
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The website URL of the sustainability walking map or tour:
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Guide for Commuters 

Does the institution produce a guide for commuters about how to use more sustainable methods of transportation?:
Yes

A brief description of the guide for commuters about how to use more sustainable methods of transportation:
The MSU Office of Sustainability provides information via their website on sustainable transportation methods available in the community.

The website URL for the guide for commuters about how to use more sustainable methods of transportation:
http://www.montana.edu/sustainability/transportation/index.html

Materials for Cyclists and Pedestrians 

Does the institution produce navigation and educational tools for bicyclists and pedestrians (e.g. covering routes, inter-modal connections, policies, services, and safety)? :
Yes

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A brief description of the navigation and educational tools for bicyclists and pedestrians:
The MSU Office of Sustainability provides maps to bicyclist and pedestrians showing the trail systems in and around Bozeman. The office also provides free bicycle commuter training to all students where traffic laws, safety tips, and information on bicycle routes is covered. The office website also provides information on additional resources and tips for bicyclists and pedestrians.

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The website URL for navigation and educational tools for bicyclists and pedestrians:
http://www.montana.edu/sustainability/transportation/biking/cyclesafetips.html

Green Living Guide 

Does the institution produce a guide for green living and/or incorporating sustainability into the residential experience?:
Yes

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A brief description of the guide for green living and incorporating sustainability into the residential experience:
The MSU Office of Sustainability has developed a "Sustainability Handbook" for campus. This handbook acts as a guide for green living and way a to communicate sustainability initiatives to the community. The handbook is available on our website, and can be downloaded and shared as a pdf.

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The website URL for the guide for green living and incorporating sustainability into the residential experience:
http://www.montana.edu/sustainability/programsandinitiatives/2018_Sustainability%20Handbook_2018.pdf

Other Outreach Materials 

Does the institution produce other sustainability outreach materials or publications not covered above?:
Yes

A brief description of these materials or publications:
The HUB is a listserv hosted by the MSU Office Student Engagement. Those on the list will receive an email every other week (typically, during the academic year) with upcoming events, student government updates, student organization spotlight and service opportunities in our area. The HUB includes a section on sustainability news. The MSU Office of Sustainability also runs a sustainability listserv for anyone in the campus community to share sustainability related news.

The website URL for these materials or publications:
http://www.montana.edu/engagement/thehubenewsletter.html

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