| Overall Rating | Silver - expired |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 52.49 |
| Liaison | Caitlin McLennan |
| Submission Date | Nov. 1, 2016 |
| Executive Letter | Download |
Utah State University
EN-4: Outreach Materials and Publications
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
|---|---|---|
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2.00 / 2.00 |
Alexi
Lamm Sustainability Coordinator Facilities |
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Central Sustainability Website
Yes
A brief description of the central sustainability website (optional):
The USU sustainability website contains information on sustainability in different areas: curriculum, energy, food, marketing, recycling, research, transportation, water, wellness, and cultural diversity. The website also includes a calendar, graduation pledge, sustainability commitment, downloadable resources, and ways to get involved.
The website URL for the central sustainability website:
Sustainability Newsletter
Yes
None
A brief description of the sustainability newsletter:
The Sustainability Council emails a monthly newsletter to members of the council and work groups as well as those who have signed up for the list.
None
The website URL for the sustainability newsletter:
Social Media Platforms
Yes
A brief description of the social media platforms that focus on sustainability:
USU Sustainability has a presence on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Google+.
The website URL of the primary social media platform focused on sustainability:
Student Newspaper Coverage
Yes
A brief description of the regular coverage of sustainability in the main student newspaper:
The Statesman has regular coverage of sustainability and a sustainability beat.
The website URL for regular coverage of sustainability in the main student newspaper:
Student Research Publication
Yes
A brief description of the vehicle to publish and disseminate student research on sustainability:
Every year during Research Week, the Office of Graduate and Undergraduate Research holds a symposium and publishes a symposium guide. Additionally, student research on many topics, including sustainability, is frequently posted on Facebook and in weekly Utah State Today digests.
None
The website URL for the vehicle to publish and disseminate student research on sustainability:
Green Building Signage
Yes
None
A brief description of building signage that highlights green building features :
Interpretive signs were placed on the Logan campus in 2013/2014 with student-funded projects such as a solar algal dryer and water bottle filling stations.
None
The website URL for building signage that highlights green building features :
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Sustainable Food Systems Information
Yes
A brief description of the signage and/or brochures that include information about sustainable food systems:
New interpretive signage was designed for Dining Services to publicize the pre-consumer food waste goes to the campus composter in 2014/2015.
None
The website URL for food service area signage and/or brochures that include information about sustainable food systems:
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Sustainable Grounds Signage
Yes
A brief description of the signage on the grounds about sustainable groundskeeping and/or landscaping strategies employed:
New interpretive signage was designed in 2014/2015 for select flower beds to publicize the pre-consumer food waste produces the compost in the beds.
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
Yes
None
A brief description of the sustainability walking map or tour:
The sustainability walking tour map includes locations for wellness, bike share, and outdoor programs as well as locations for native plant gardens, notable LEED certified buildings, healthy food options, diversity services, a campus shuttle stop, and co-generation facilities.
None
The website URL of the sustainability walking map or tour:
Guide for Commuters
Yes
A brief description of the guide for commuters about how to use more sustainable methods of transportation:
The commuter guide addresses several options for arriving on campus without a private vehicle. It is a work in progress. Print versions became available in 2016, and a website is in development.
The website URL for the guide for commuters about how to use more sustainable methods of transportation:
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Materials for Cyclists and Pedestrians
Yes
None
A brief description of the navigation and educational tools for bicyclists and pedestrians:
As a part of the commuter guide cyclists can access information on bicycle safety. A bike map is in circulation, and a website is in development.
None
The website URL for navigation and educational tools for bicyclists and pedestrians:
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Green Living Guide
Yes
None
A brief description of the guide for green living and incorporating sustainability into the residential experience:
An online Green Guide is available to students, and an abbreviated guide is available in print.
None
The website URL for the guide for green living and incorporating sustainability into the residential experience:
Other Outreach Materials
Yes
A brief description of these materials or publications:
Extension Sustainability produces fact sheets and provides links to lesson plans, grant opportunities, documentaries, journal articles, and other resources.
The website URL for these materials or publications:
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