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Table of Contents for 11/2/09:
NEWS
Buildings
1. U Miami Facility Awarded LEED Gold Certification
2. Northeastern U Installs Permeable Asphalt, Receives LEED Gold
3. Ringling College Opens Two Green Buildings
4. Mesa College Opens Green Educational Facility
5. Arizona State U Opens Barrett Campus Featuring a Sustainable Dorm
Co-Curricular Education
6. U New Mexico Launches Eco-Reps Program
7. Campuses Celebrate Campus Sustainability Day
8. U New Mexico Student Stand Sells Local, Organic Fruit
Coordination and Planning
9. U California System Expands Sustainability Policy
10. U California Santa Barbara Names Two Sustainability Fellows
11. Portland State U Launches Sustainability Pledge
12. Savannah College of Art & Design Receives Sustainability Award
Curriculum
13. Franklin Pierce U Announces MBA in Energy and Sustainability Studies
Dining Services
14. U Alaska Dining Provides Students with Fresh Produce
Energy
15. Catholic U of America to Install 1,000 Solar Panels on Campus
16. Saint Peter’s College Buys 100% Renewable Energy
17. U Toronto Health Sciences Centre Installs Solar Panels
18. Yale U Powers MP3s, Phones with Elliptical Machines
19. U Delaware Signs Agreement for Wind Power
Funding
20. Dept of Energy Awards Millions to Campuses for Geothermal
21. Dept of Energy Announces Solar Installer Instructor Training Awardees
22. U Kentucky Receives $7M for Green Wildcat Coal Lodge
23. Congress Aids U Maine Presque Isle in Solar Project
Grounds
24. Cornell U Recognized as Tree Campus USA
Public Engagement
25. Two Illinois Campuses Lead Smart Grid Collaboration
26. Louisiana State U Architecture Prgm Helps Coastal Communities
27. Owens CC Installs Wind Turbine, Launches Wind Program
Research
28. U California Berkeley Commits to Green Chemistry
29. U Delaware Launches Environmental Institute
30. U California Berkeley Haas School of Business Launches Energy Institute
31. U South Carolina Receives Grant to Research Carbon Storage
32. U California Merced Prof Receives Grant for Solar Energy Research
33. U Wyoming Receives Grant for Carbon Center
34. Western Kentucky U Expands Biofuel Research
Transportation
35. Portland State U Offers New Light-Rail Service
36. California State U San Marcos Starts Bike Registration Program
37. U New Hampshire, Caltech Offer Car-Share Programs
38. Parking Demand at U North Carolina Greensboro Declines
Waste
39. U Wisconsin La Crosse Implements Pay-to-Print Policy
Water
40. Los Angeles Valley College Restrooms Conserve Water
Other News
41. Earth Island Institute Honors Top Youth Environmental Leaders
NEW RESOURCES
42. List of Campus Commuter Surveys
OPPORTUNITIES
43. Opportunity for Wind Power Funding
44. Clinton Global Initiative University Competition with SustainUS Support
JOBS & INTERNSHIPS
45. Director, School of Global Sustainability, U South Florida
46. Director of Sustainability, Bunker Hill CC
47. Campus Sustainability Coordinator, Loyola Marymount U
48. ED, Wisconsin Inst for Sustainable Technologies, U Wisconsin Stevens Point
49. Faculty, Architecture, Urban Planning, & Sustainable Design, New York U
50. Assoc Prof, Sustainability of Rural Landscapes, Michigan State U
51. Two Post-Doctoral Fellowships, Env'l Studies, Williams College
52. Post-Doctoral Fellowship, Env'l Studies, Lafayette College
53. Faculty Position, Environmental Policy, Santa Clara U
EVENTS
54. Webcast – Techniques for Developing Green Jobs Programs
News
Buildings
1. U Miami Facility Awarded LEED Gold Certification
The University of Miami (FL) Fieldhouse has been awarded LEED Gold certification. The UM Fieldhouse features high reflectance roofing materials and pavers; high efficiency plumbing fixtures with hand sensors to reduce water use; moisture sensors to reduce potable water use for irrigation; the use of recycled, refurbished, salvaged, and reused materials; and lighting systems that are occupancy motion controlled.
2. Northeastern U Installs Permeable Asphalt, Receives LEED Gold
Northeastern University (MA) has retrofitted 18 street trees on campus with permeable asphalt bases to reduce storm-water runoff. The permeable material is comprised of recycled tires and stone, which allows rain water to penetrate and sink into the ground instead of ending up in the sewer. The University has also received LEED Gold certification for its Dockser Hall renovation. The project features low-flow lavatories and a new, more efficient irrigation system. Northeastern was able to recycle 96 percent of the waste generated during the renovation.
3. Ringling College Opens Two Green Buildings
Ringling College of Art and Design (FL) has opened two LEED registered buildings on campus. North Hall, a 75,000-square-foot residence hall, and the Academic Center, an 82,000-square-foot academics building, have utilized green design and technology to be more sustainable. Green features include solar panels on the roofs, white reflective roofs, zero-VOC paints, and a low-impact construction that sent less than 50 percent of debris to the landfill.
See also: List of Green Residence Halls (AASHE Members Only)
4. Mesa College Opens Green Educational Facility
San Diego Mesa College (CA) has formally opened its newest teaching and learning facility, the Mesa College Allied Health Education and Training Facility. The $28.9 million, 50,000-square-foot structure, which is registered for LEED Gold certification, features natural lighting, high performance glass that allows sunlight to filter into the building and reduces the amount of UV light and solar heat entering building, an energy-efficient design, and renewable energy sources.
See also: Allied Health Building Project Homepage
5. Arizona State U Opens Barrett Campus Featuring a Sustainable Dorm
Arizona State University has opened The Barrett campus, a seven-building, nine-acre complex that features classrooms, faculty offices, a fitness center, a computer lounge, a dining hall, and housing, that includes the Sustainability House. The Sustainability House provides living space for 200 students that all desire to live more sustainably. The building features low-consumption plumbing features, enhanced energy monitoring, recycled gray water, a green roof, and an organic garden.
Co-Curricular Education
6. U New Mexico Launches Eco-Reps Program
The University of New Mexico has launched an Eco-Reps program on campus. Participants in the peer-to-peer sustainability outreach program will be elected student leaders who encourage sustainable living and recycling in the dormitories on campus. The program is a collaborative effort between UNM Recycling, Residence Life and Student Housing, and a service learning class.
See also: List of Student Sustainability Educator Programs
7. Campuses Celebrate Campus Sustainability Day
Several campuses participated in the seventh annual Campus Sustainability Day, which took place October 21st. Events included week-long events, scavenger hunts, bike-powered blenders, rooftop garden parties, free bike tune-ups, mini-grants for campus sustainability projects, an Art for the Sky project of a raven embracing the earth, and the Society for College and University Planning's annual webcast.
8. U New Mexico Student Stand Sells Local, Organic Fruit
Students at the University of New Mexico have set up a stand on campus to offer students an alternative snack to junk food. The stand sells local, organic fruit and hands out information on the benefits of eating local and organic. The stand is run by the UNM chapter of New Mexico Youth Organized.
Coordination and Planning
9. U California System Expands Sustainability Policy
The University of California has expanded its sustainability policy, raising the bar on green building requirements and establishing a more comprehensive sustainable food service policy. The Policy on Sustainable Practices, which applies to all 10 UC campuses, the five UC medical centers, and the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, has been revised to require that: by 2020, at least 20 percent of all food purchased by UC be designated as "sustainable," as defined by the food service work group, based on third-party certifications for organic, locally-grown and other measures; at least one dining facility per UC location must be certified as a green business, through a city or county certification program or through the Green Seal or Green Restaurant Association program; each campus must provide students with educational materials explaining the issues related to sustainable food products and food service business practices; and campus departments, organizations, groups and individuals must engage in activities with the surrounding community in support of common sustainability goals.
See also: UC Policy on Sustainable Practices (PDF)
See also: List of Campus Sustainability Policies (AASHE Members Only)
10. U California Santa Barbara Names Two Sustainability Fellows
The University of California, Santa Barbara has named David Cleveland, a professor of environmental studies, and Eric Matthys, a professor of mechanical engineering, as Sustainability Champions for the 2009-10 and 2010-11 academic years respectively. The campus's Sustainability Champions are awarded a $25,000 grant to conduct research and to employ graduate or undergraduate assistants. In addition, champions are asked to teach a freshman seminar in their area of expertise and give a public lecture. During 2009-10, Cleveland plans to work with students in analyzing the Santa Barbara County agricultural and food system and encouraging discussion of alternative scenarios for a more sustainable future. Matthys plans to work with students to help spread the word about saving energy. The Sustainability Champion initiative was created by the UCSB Academic Senate's Work Group on Sustainability to focus the campus community on faculty leadership in sustainability-related matters.
11. Portland State U Launches Sustainability Pledge
Portland State University (OR) has launched a Campus Sustainability Pledge. The Pledge, which may be signed by all PSU faculty, staff, and students, provides a framework for the PSU campus community to understand how their actions impact social, economic, and environmental systems. The project seeks to be an educational tool to foster sustainable behavior changes. PSU's pledge committee also chose to include a section focusing on community and social sustainability. The creators want to emphasize the interdependence and equal importance of social, economic, and environmental systems in the creation of a sustainable society.
See also: PSU Pledge
12. Savannah College of Art & Design Receives Sustainability Award
Savannah College of Art and Design (GA) has received the Fashion Group International’s 2009 Sustainability Award. The award recognizes SCAD for its sustainable practices, adaptive use of historic properties, integration of sustainability into their curriculum, and urban renewal.
Curriculum
13. Franklin Pierce U Announces MBA in Energy and Sustainability Studies
Franklin Pierce University (NH) has announced a new MBA in Energy and Sustainability Studies. The program will have a dual focus – developing advanced leadership and business management skills along with a strong knowledge base in global sustainability challenges and practices. Students in the program will focus on energy issues and resource management. Resources such as food, water, energy and raw materials will be examined in conjunction with issues of conservation and exploitation and their effect on business enterprises and communities.
See also: FPU MBA in Energy and Sustainability Studies Homepage
See also: List of Graduate Business Programs in Sustainability
Dining Services
14. U Alaska Dining Provides Students with Fresh Produce
A greenhouse located on the University of Alaska campus that previously was used for growing cut flowers and houseplants has been converted into a garden for the campus’ dining services. The structure now grows salad greens, tomatoes, peppers, and other produce that is served in campus dining halls. Currently, the produce makes up a small portion of the total food served, and UA hopes to expand it in the future.
Energy
15. Catholic U of America to Install 1,000 Solar Panels on Campus
The Catholic University of America (DC) has announced plans to install more than 1,000 solar panels on the roofs of four buildings across campus. The University believes the new installation will be the largest solar-energy system in the D.C. area in terms of electricity produced. CUA has signed a multi-year agreement with Washington Gas Energy Services Inc. to purchase electricity generated by the solar panels at guaranteed prices. The solar-panel system, which will be installed at no cost to CUA, will produce about 340,000 kilowatt hours of electricity each year.
See also: List of Campus Solar Installations
16. Saint Peter’s College Buys 100% Renewable Energy
St. Peter’s College (NJ) has committed to purchasing 100 percent of its energy from green sources for at least one year beginning January 1, 2010. The initiative will prevent an estimated 3,065 metric tons of carbon dioxide from entering the atmosphere. The energy will be generated by wind turbines and is being acquired through Green-e Certified Energy.
17. U Toronto Health Sciences Centre Installs Solar Panels
Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre, affiliated with the University of Toronto (ON), has installed 140 solar panels that span two stories of a parking garage. The University also plans to mount a display at the entrance to the parking garage to educate people about the solar panels. The installation is part of an overall initiative to make the hospital more efficient that includes upgrading lighting, optimizing HVAC equipment, improving energy management, and replacing chillers and cooling towers. Honeywell, the company that installed the array, has announced plans to install a second one in the near future. The estimated total savings from the energy efficiency projects is $2.7 million over the next 15 years.
18. Yale U Powers MP3s, Phones with Elliptical Machines
Yale University (CT) has installed mp3 player and phone chargers into elliptical machines on campus. The power expended on the elliptical machines is transformed into electricity by an alternator housed in the machine. The idea was developed by a Yale undergrad with guidance from an associate professor of electrical engineering. The new initiative also aims to create awareness about renewable energies.
19. U Delaware Signs Agreement for Wind Power
The University of Delaware and Gamesa Corporación Tecnológica—a Spanish wind company—have signed a two part agreement. The first is to install a 2 MW wind turbine to power the ED Hugh R. Sharp Campus in Lewes next year. The second is to increase the University’s research in wind energy. The partnership will focus on off-shore potential, turbine corrosion, avian impacts, and policy in renewable energy.
See also: List of Campus Wind Installations
Funding
20. Dept of Energy Awards Millions to Campuses for Geothermal
The U.S. Department of Energy has announced up to $338 million in Recovery Act funding for the exploration and development of new geothermal fields and research into advanced geothermal technologies. These grants will support 123 projects in 39 states, with recipients including private industry, academic institutions, tribal entities, local governments, and DOE’s National Laboratories. Higher education institution slated to receive funding include: Ball State University (IN) ($5M); University of Alaska, Fairbanks ($4.6M); University of Kansas ($2.4M); Utah State University ($4.6M); University of North Dakota ($3.4M); New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology ($2M); Massachusetts Institute of Technology ($549,148); University of Utah ($2.9M); West Virginia University ($1.3M); University of Southern California ($1.5M); University of Texas ($1.7M); the Regents of the University of California ($1.8M); Colorado School of Mines ($2.3M); Pennsylvania State University ($1.1M); the Regents of the University of Minnesota ($1.6M); California State University, Long Beach Foundation ($380,156); Boise State University (ID) ($1.5M); Florida International University Board of Trustees ($250,000); Oklahoma State University ($250,000); University of Hartford (CT) ($146,973); Wright State University (OH) ($232,596); Colorado Northwestern Community College ($430,000); Furman University (SC) ($2.5M); Indiana Institute of Technology ($1.3M); Montana Tech of the University of Montana ($1M); Oakland University (MI) ($2.8M); the Curators of the University of Missouri ($2.5M); and University at Albany (NY) ($2.8M).
See also: List of Grantees
See also: NY Times Blog Post
21. Dept of Energy Announces Solar Installer Instructor Training Awardees
The U.S. Department of Energy has launched the Solar Installer Instructor Training network to address a critical need for high-quality, local, and accessible training in solar system design, installation, sales, and inspection. As part of the program, seven campuses and one community college group will receive funding for their training programs and resources. The winners are: Pennsylvania State University ($3.5 million), North Carolina State University ($3 million), Kennebec Valley Community College (ME) ($2.8 million), Hudson Valley Community College (NY) ($3.4 million), Salt Lake Community College ($3.1 million), Houston Community College (TX) ($3.5 million), University of Central Florida ($2.8 million), and the California Community Colleges Board of Governors ($3.5 million). Solar Installer Instructor Training is a 5-year effort intended to create a geographic blanket of training opportunities in solar installation across the United States.
22. U Kentucky Receives $7 M for Green Wildcat Coal Lodge
The University of Kentucky has received a $7 million donation to construct a new residence hall on campus that will seek LEED certification. The University expects the structure, which will be named 'Wildcat Coal Lodge,' to feature natural daylighting and use recycled materials.
See also: List of Green Residence Halls (AASHE Members Only)
23. Congress Aids U Maine Presque Isle in Solar Project
The University of Maine at Presque Isle will receive $800,000 from Congress through the 2010 Energy and Water Senate Appropriations Conference Report for the UMPI solar energy initiative. The funding, which was secured with the help of Maine Senator Susan Collins, will allow the University to design and install photovoltaic solar panel arrays and an automated weather station to collect information on solar radiation levels.
Grounds
24. Cornell U Recognized as Tree Campus USA
Cornell University (NY) has been recognized by the Arbor Day Foundation as a Tree Campus U.S.A. for its commitment to sustainability and environmental conservation. The program honors campuses that practice sound campus forestry.
Public Engagement
25. Two Illinois Campuses Lead Smart Grid Collaboration
The Illinois Institute of Technology and the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, in partnership with the State of Illinois, the City of Chicago, and several other entities, have announced plans to lead a statewide initiative to speed the adoption of the Smart Grid in Illinois. The $120 million Illinois Smart Grid Collaboration hopes to bring $60 million in stimulus money to Illinois to lower electricity bills, reduce blackouts, make energy cleaner, and create green jobs.
26. Louisiana State U Architecture Prgm Helps Coastal Communities
Louisiana State University's School of Landscape Architecture has announced two projects that are aimed at helping coastal communities of south Louisiana rebuild wetlands and develop recreational uses for waterways that have been damaged during recent hurricanes. The first project seeks to help the city of Des Allemands find an acceptable solution to repairing a damaged portion of the levee that protects it from the bayou. The second project seeks to help two cities that are trying to develop new sport and recreational fishing opportunities in waterways that were badly damaged during Hurricanes Katrina, Rita, Gustav and Ike. Both projects are being funded by the Louisiana Sea Grant, a program sponsored by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
27. Owens CC Installs Wind Turbine, Launches Wind Program
Owens Community College (OH) has installed a 2.4 kW wind turbine on campus to generate a portion of the College's power and to provide experiential learning for its new Wind Turbine Installation and Wind Technology Maintenance Technician certificate program. The 172-hour program will provide instruction in the installation, operation, and maintenance of wind turbines for unemployed and dislocated workers. The training will include both classroom lecture and hands-on applications with the new 33-foot wind turbine to include the actual design and installation of the renewable energy educational component.
See also: List of Campus Wind Installations
Research
28. U California Berkeley Commits to Green Chemistry
The University of California, Berkeley’s College of Chemistry has appointed Alexis T. Bell to be the Dow Chair in Sustainable Chemistry and has established the Berkeley Center for Green Chemistry. Bell is known for his pioneering work on protecting the environment with green chemistry. The new Center, which is a collaboration of the Haas School of Business, School of Law, College of Natural Resources, and School of Public Health, seeks to bring a multidisciplinary approach to research, education and engagement in sustainable chemistry practice.
29. U Delaware Launches Environmental Institute
The University of Delaware has launched the Delaware Environmental Institute (DENIN). The Institute's goals are to initiate interdisciplinary research projects that integrate environmental science, engineering, and policy; support interdisciplinary academic programs; forge partnerships among government agencies, nonprofits, industry, policymakers, and the public to address environmental challenges; and coordinate and sponsor University-based interdisciplinary initiatives.
30. U California Berkeley Haas School of Business Launches Energy Institute
The University of California, Berkeley Haas School of Business has launched the Energy Institute, which seeks to commercialize new technologies and teach students how energy markets work. The Institute combines the efforts of several existing programs.
31. U South Carolina Receives Grant to Research Carbon Storage
The University of South Carolina has received a $4.9 million grant from the U.S. Department of Energy to conduct research on the feasibility of storing carbon dioxide underground. The Earth Sciences and Resources Institute at the University will be conducting the research and will focus on the South Georgia Rift as a possible site to store carbon dioxide in deep saline aquifers.
32. U California Merced Prof Receives Grant for Solar Energy Research
Professor David Kelley at the University of California, Merced has received a $1.3 million grant for research to reduce the cost of solar energy. The National Science Foundation grant will be used to help improve a device called the luminescent solar concentrator, a device that absorbs sunlight across a wide area and then re-emits it onto a small photovoltaic cell. Kelley will work with other UC Merced faculty to conduct the research.
33. U Wyoming Receives Grant for Carbon Center
The University of Wyoming has received a $1 million federal grant to build a regional carbon sequestration technology training center in Laramie. The University has conducted significant research on carbon sequestration and the center is intended to develop a workforce to carry out industry level sequestration. The grant is part of $8.4 million in funding distributed by the U.S Department of Energy for similar projects across the country.
See also: Local News Story
34. Western Kentucky U Expands Biofuel Research
Western Kentucky University has announced plans to use a $500,000 federal budget line item to establish research that uses chemical reactions to create biofuels. The goal of the research is to find cheaper methods of converting agricultural products into biofuel. The research is being conducted in WKU’s Institute for Combustion Science and Environmental Technology.
Transportation
35. Portland State U Offers New Light-Rail Service
Portland’s light-rail has opened a new route to go through Portland State University’s (OR) campus. The Green Line was brought to campus when the University invested $7 million in hopes that more campus members would use the alternative transportation option instead of their cars. The investment is part of a campus transportation plan that features bike lanes, buses, and another light-rail line. Currently, 39 percent of the 27,000 students at PSU use public transportation.
36. California State U San Marcos Starts Bike Registration Program
In an effort to determine the number of students, faculty, and staff that bike to and around campus at California State University, San Marcos, the institution has launched a new bike registration program. The voluntary program is free and provides sling bags and other incentives to encourage people to register. The new initiative also will place a tag on each bike to help with identification if they are stolen or lost.
See also: Local News Story
37. U New Hampshire, Caltech Offer Car-Share Programs
The University of New Hampshire and the California Institute of Technology have begun offering a car-share program to students, faculty, and staff. Zipcar will offer both hybrid and other fuel efficient vehicles to each institution for use on campus 24 hours a day and seven days a week. The schools are using Zipcar as a way to reduce traffic congestion, reduce their carbon footprint, and offer mobility to those who do not have a vehicle.
See also: Caltech Article
See also: List of Campus Car-Share Programs (AASHE Members Only)
38. Parking Demand at U North Carolina Greensboro Declines
The University of North Carolina, Greensboro has seen a three percent decrease in demand for parking passes this year, mostly due to a new approach by business operations at the University. Instead of building more parking structures, the University has opted to create a more pedestrian friendly campus and increase the availability of alternative transportation options. The University has also created a policy to tell students that it is in their interest not to buy passes and to embrace other ways of commuting to school.
Waste
39. U Wisconsin La Crosse Implements Pay-to-Print Policy
University of Wisconsin, La Crosse has implemented a new pay-to-print policy to help reduce paper use and to cut rising printer-maintenance costs which usually reach $75,000 annually. Printing will cost students $0.06 per black and white page and $0.90 per color page. Printing charges will be tracked in a student account that can be managed online.
Water
40. Los Angeles Valley College Restrooms Conserve Water
Los Angeles Valley College (CA) has replaced 99 of its urinals with waterless versions. Each new urinal is expected to save 40,000 gallons of water per year.
Other News
41. Earth Island Institute Honors Top Youth Environmental Leaders
The Earth Island Institute has announced the six winners of the 2009 Brower Youth Awards. Winners include: Hai Vo, 22, of California, for helping transform University of California food purchasing; Sierra Crane-Murdoch, 21, of Vermont, for uniting the movement to battle coal; Adarsha Shivakumar, 16, of California, who implemented a biofuel solution in rural India; Alec Loorz, 15, of California, the youngest presenter of Al Gore’s “The Climate Project;" Diana Lopez, 20, of Texas, who created an organic food source for San Antonio; and Robin Bryan, 21, of Manitoba, who helped protect one million acres of forest in Canada from industrial logging. The winners were selected from more than 125 applicants and will receive a $3,000 cash prize for their achievements.
See also: 2009 Award Winners' Profiles
New Resources
42. List of Campus Commuter Surveys
AASHE has published a new resource on campus commuter surveys. The new page lists institutions that have collected and calculated greenhouse gas emissions from faculty, staff, and student commuting through questionnaires. The resource is only available to AASHE members.
Opportunities
43. Opportunity for Wind Power Funding
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Wind and Hydropower Technologies Program and the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) have announced a Request for Proposals to expand Wind Powering America's Wind for Schools activities to an additional three to six states. This opportunity provides universities, state institutions, and nongovernmental organizations funding and technical support to develop educational programs to improve the understanding of wind technology and its implementation. One objective of the Wind for Schools project is to educate engineers in wind applications analysis and development through the development of Wind Applications Centers located at colleges or universities in wind-rich states. Projects are expected to begin in fiscal year 2010 and last for approximately three years. DOE expects to contribute up to approximately $60,000 per selected activity per year. Final proposals are due November 20, 2009.
44. Clinton Global Initiative University Competition with SustainUS Support
SustainUs invites its college/university student members to make a Commitment to Action and attend the 2010 Clinton Global Initiative University (CGI U) Meeting. One or more projects will be selected to receive funding and support from SustainUS. SustainUS will select one or more projects to support by November 16th, and will work with them to finish the application by the CGI U deadline of November 20th. The contest is open to all college and university students throughout the world. The deadline to submit is November 13, 2009.
Jobs & Internships
45. Director, School of Global Sustainability, U South Florida
The University of South Florida is seeking a director for the School of Global Sustainability to fill a full-time, 12-month tenured full professor position with benefits. Candidates should have an outstanding international reputation and recognition for interdisciplinary research and scholarly activities in sustainability. Job duties include curriculum development, student recruitment, and the building and managing of an integrated, interdisciplinary faculty team to conduct research, education, and outreach in the area of global sustainability. Academic appointment will be as a tenured full professor in a university academic department consistent with the candidate's background. A doctorate in a sustainability-related discipline is required. Applications should be submitted by January 7, 2010.
46. Director of Sustainability, Bunker Hill CC
Bunker Hill Community College (MA) is seeking a director of sustainability. Reporting directly to the president and serving as a member of the president's executive staff, the director will lead BHCC's efforts to fulfill the American College & University Presidents' Climate Commitment, engage the college community to refine a climate action plan, and meet institutional targets for carbon neutrality. The director will work with the faculty to coordinate the development of a sustainability curriculum for the College. Qualifications include a Master's degree, preferably in environmental studies or a closely related field. A minimum of two years experience in sustainability, energy conservation, environmental management, or facilities management is preferred. The position will remain open until filled. To ensure full consideration, application materials should be received by December 4, 2009.
47. Campus Sustainability Coordinator, Loyola Marymount U
Loyola Marymount University (CA) seeks applicants for the position of campus sustainability coordinator. Reporting to the director of plant operations, the successful applicant will encourage environmental stewardship; promote campus sustainability efforts; and be responsible for integrating, coordinating, and reporting sustainable principles, goals, and standards, including specific areas of the American College & University Presidents' Climate Commitment. Qualifications include two years of hands on experience implementing environmental or sustainability programs or five years in a related field. Experience in an academic setting is preferred. Applications are currently being accepted.
48. ED, Wisconsin Inst for Sustainable Technologies, U Wisconsin Stevens Point
The University of Wisconsin, Stevens Point is seeking applicants for an executive director of the Wisconsin Institute of Sustainable Technologies (WIST). The director will serve as the top administrative officer of the WIST, providing leadership and administrative oversight to all aspects of the Institute's operations including budget, finance, programs, personnel, facilities, and equipment. Serving as the WIST administrative leader, the executive director will head the administrative team in the development and operation of appropriate mission-based short- and long-term business plans. The executive director will provide administrative oversight relevant to the three divisions of WIST (Education, Research, and Services). S/he will take a lead role in establishing public relations, networking, and collaborative efforts that lead to acquisition of grants and contracts or service revenue that support the continued operations of the Institute. Applicants should have a Ph.D. with a minimum of five years of experience or other terminal degree with a minimum of eight years of experience. The review of applications will begin January 5, 2010.
49. Faculty, Architecture, Urban Planning, & Sustainable Design, New York U
The New York University Gallatin School of Individualized Study invites architects, designers, practitioners, or scholars with an interest in the history of sustainable design to apply for a full-time teaching position to commence on September 1, 2010, at the rank of clinical assistant or associate professor. The ideal candidate will have professional training in architecture and urban planning and interest in sustainable design, environmentalism and urban studies, social responsibility in design, and how urban planning and sustainable architecture can shape environmental policy. NYU seeks practitioners with a strong record of public and/or scholarly research and writing and experience working with local or national communities on sustainable design and environmental planning. Candidates should have some college-level teaching experience; the ideal candidate will have significant undergraduate teaching experience and some familiarity with advising individualized research programs. A strong interest in interdisciplinary teaching in a diversity of fields reaching into the traditional humanities or social sciences is necessary. Review of applications will begin December 1, 2009, and continue until the position is filled.
50. Assoc Prof, Sustainability of Rural Landscapes, Michigan State U
Michigan State University (MSU) seeks to fill an associate professor faculty position in the area of sustainability of rural landscapes. The successful candidate should be a sociologist with expertise in environmental science and the relationships between ecology, technology, social change, and policy. The position will enhance interdepartmental research in the Department of Sociology (SOC) at MSU, with particular focus on strengthening social science research at the Kellogg Biological Station (KBS). This position will be shared between the Department of Sociology and KBS, with the tenure home in the Department of Sociology. The position will include a research appointment supported by the Michigan Agricultural Experiment Station (MAES). Applicants should have a Ph.D., preferably in Sociology, with research and teaching accomplishments appropriate for tenure and a rank of associate professor of sociology. Preference will be given to individuals with interdisciplinary research experience that can strengthen the research programs in agriculture and food systems at KBS and Sociology. International experience or demonstrated interest in international regions is an advantage. Review of applications will begin November 30, 2009.
51. Two Post-Doctoral Fellowships, Env'l Studies, Williams College
The Program in Environmental Studies at Williams College (MA) invites applications for two post-doctoral fellowships in environmental studies to begin July 1, 2010. The College welcome applications from candidates who will have their PhD. in hand by the start date or who have completed their PhD. within the last five years. Williams seeks candidates trained in the humanities or social sciences to contribute to the curriculum and vitality of an interdisciplinary program. The position requires vision and initiative. Relevant fields include, but are not limited to: literature, art history, religion, anthropology, philosophy, history, and food studies. An international focus is also highly desirable. The position is open until December 31, 2009.
52. Post-Doctoral Fellowship, Env'l Studies, Lafayette College
Lafayette College (PA) invites applications for a two-year postdoctoral fellowship in environmental studies. The College seeks an enthusiastic individual who can build upon his or her disciplinary expertise to assist Lafayette in shaping and developing its new programs in environmental studies. The post-doctoral fellow will help the College to develop a program that will help equip the next generation of citizens and leaders with the humanistic and technical skills to understand environmental challenges and make informed decisions that will shape a more viable world. A significant grant from the Mellon Foundation provides the College with the support necessary to develop curricular and extracurricular programs in environmental studies that extend beyond the classroom. The candidate should have a teaching and research focus in the arts, humanities, or social sciences in emerging areas of environmental studies such as: environmental law, environmental policy, environmental justice, the environment in literature and the arts, or global environmental issues. A faculty mentor will work with the post-doctoral fellow in course development and research pursuits to help them develop their skills as a new faculty member. The position is open until December 15, 2009.
53. Faculty Position, Environmental Policy, Santa Clara U
The Environmental Studies Institute at Santa Clara University (CA) invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor position in environmental policy for fall 2010. Applicants should have a Ph.D. (completion required by the time of appointment) in environmental studies or a related field. The successful candidate will conduct research in one of the following areas: U.S. environmental policy, international environmental policy, environmental justice, urban planning, agricultural policy, or energy policy. The position is open until November 15, 2009.
Events
54. Webcast – Techniques for Developing Green Jobs Programs
November 17 & 18, 2009; 1 – 2:30pm Eastern; Online
Academic Impressions will host "Techniques for Developing Green Jobs Programs." Participants in the two-part webcast will learn about the techniques other schools have used to develop successful green jobs programming. The first session will focus on strategies to research local and regional industry trends, employer needs, and market conditions and size. The second session will discuss identifying and leveraging internal resources and collaborating with stakeholders across campus.
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