Overall Rating Silver - expired
Overall Score 55.56
Liaison Katie Beitz
Submission Date Aug. 25, 2021

STARS v2.2

Oklahoma State University
EN-4: Outreach Materials and Publications

Status Score Responsible Party
Complete 2.00 / 2.00 Kristeena Blaser
Sustainability Coordinator
Energy Services
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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

Website URL for the central sustainability website:
http://sustainability.okstate.edu/

Sustainability newsletter or social media platform

Does the institution have a sustainability newsletter or social media platform that focuses specifically on campus sustainability?:
Yes

A brief description of the sustainability newsletter or social media platform:
The Office of Sustainability maintains a Snapchat, Twitter, Facebook and Instagram that includes events, sustainability facts and tips and promotes overall sustainability at OSU.

Signage

Does the institution have signage that highlights sustainability features on campus?:
Yes

A brief description of the signage that highlights sustainability features on campus:
The Student Union features two touchscreen monitors that highlight the LEED green building features of the recent Student Union renovation.

Other buildings include signage that describe water bottle refill stations and window treatments designed to reduce bird impact fatalities.

Sustainability map or tour

Does the institution provide a sustainability walking map or tour?:
Yes

A brief description of the sustainability walking map or tour:
The OSU sustainability walking tour starts in the Student Union, which is LEED certified and takes you through and around to our quad area (native landscape, food garden, rain barrels, recycle bins), bike repair stations, water bottle refilling stations, native plant corridor, eco-friendly cafes, bike shop rental, and bus transportation center.

Green living guide 

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

A brief description of the guide for green living and/or incorporating sustainability into the residential experience:
Within the "Get Involved - Students" section of the OSU Sustainability website, there is a specific guide called "Living Space" that is geared toward campus residents. It includes green living tips for the living room, bedroom, bathroom, kitchen, laundry and dining out.

Optional Fields

A brief description of other comprehensive sustainability outreach materials and publications not covered above:
The Office of Sustainability maintains a web page called "Get Involved Students" that serves as a guide to encourage students to conserve energy and natural resources on campus. It lists campus sustainability volunteer opportunities and clubs that focus on sustainability.

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