| Overall Rating | Gold |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 68.42 |
| Liaison | Andrew D'Amico |
| Submission Date | Aug. 25, 2021 |
Princeton University
IN-50: Innovation D
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
|---|---|---|
|
0.50 / 0.50 |
Patrick
Caddeau Dean of Forbes College Dean of the College |
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 “Pink House” at 99 Alexander Street in Forbes College serves as a unique sustainable living and learning community for a group of upper-class students.
The location affords residents the opportunity to capitalize on the building’s kitchen and lounge, proximity to the Forbes garden, and facilities within Forbes College to promote the use of Princeton's campus as a living laboratory.
This program fosters student leadership as well as the integration of academic interests with residential college life. Residency in the Pink House is not a requirement for participation. Pink House Events include:
Meals: Forbes residents are invited to the Pink House to cook a sustainable meal together. Meals that are “sustainable” in that they contain low carbon impact foods, locally sourced, in season, vegetarian, etc. are often often featured.
Sustainability Film Nights: The College hosts screenings of feature films and documentaries related to sustainability. Weather permitting, these screenings will be held outside in the Pink House yard.
Nature Walks: The College organizes walks to the nearby garden, woods, and trails to both appreciate nature and teach students about the environment of the Central Jersey area.
Farm Visits: The College sponsors trips to local farms to learn about sustainable agriculture in the Princeton area.
Speakers: The College collaborates with other campus organizations to sponsor talks and fora on various aspects of sustainability, both in Forbes and on the broader campus to explore the relationship between sustainability and other disciplines.
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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