Overall Rating Silver - expired
Overall Score 49.94
Liaison Jane Stewart
Submission Date March 3, 2017
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STARS v2.1

Washington and Lee University
IN-26: Innovation C

Status Score Responsible Party
Complete 1.00 / 1.00 Kimberly Hodge
Director of Sustainability Initiatives and Education
Student Affairs
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Name or title of the innovative policy, practice, program, or outcome:
Subsidized Sustainable Feminine Hygiene Products

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:
Through a competitive mini-grant process, students won an award to run a program on campus about sustainable feminine hygiene products (THINX underwear and mooncups). Products were tested by self-selected students, and responses were shared at a panel discussion. Afterwards, students were able to purchase additional products that suited them at a reduced rate. These products are quite expensive, and students saved anywhere between $20-$30 per product purchased. A total of 47 students and 4 faculty/staff purchased products (with some people purchasing multiple products)

Which of the following impact areas does the innovation most closely relate to? (select up to three):
Campus Engagement
Diversity & Affordability
Wellbeing & Work

Optional Fields

A letter of affirmation from an individual with relevant expertise or a press release or publication featuring the innovation :
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The website URL where information about the programs or initiatives is available:
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Additional documentation to support the submission:
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Data source(s) and notes about the submission:
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