| Overall Rating | Silver - expired |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 57.03 |
| Liaison | Kristyn Achilich |
| Submission Date | Oct. 4, 2017 |
| Executive Letter | Download |
Saint Michael's College
IN-24: Innovation A
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
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1.00 / 1.00 |
Heather
Lynch Director of Sustainability Academic Affairs |
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Name or title of the innovative policy, practice, program, or outcome:
Veterans Garden Initiative
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 VGI is comprised of programs from the Vermont Community Garden Network, Helping and Nurturing Diverse Seniors, the Veterans’ Affairs, and the Garden Program/Office of Sustainability at Saint Michael’s College. Saint Michael's College emphasizes the importance of supporting the community through service learning; however veterans and student-veterans are often times a group which need service, yet is overlooked. VGI helps integrate the vets with the civilian community which promotes learning, understanding, and respect between the two groups. The Program focuses on confronting issues such as food security and access by teaching Veterans and other partners how to grow food (in an ecologically-sound way) while at the same time encouraging all around well-being through the numerous benefits of working with one’s hands.
Which of the following impact areas does the innovation most closely relate to? (select up to three):
Public Engagement
Food & Dining
Diversity & Affordability
Food & Dining
Diversity & Affordability
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The website URL where information about the innovation is available :
Additional documentation to support the submission:
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