Sustainability in Housing and Residence Life

A sustainable campus. A sustainable living area. A sustainable community. It starts with us.

Ways Housing and Residence Life Contributes to a Sustainable Campus and Community

• We are in the process of retrofitting the lighting in both the exteriors and interiors of our Housing Areas to LED
• We are committed to green chemical usage and consider sustainability when purchasing chemicals and paper products
• We provide specially designed shower heads and aerators in our Housing Areas to reduce water waste
• We utilize drought resistant landscaping features to lower water waste
• We facilitate the annual Give & Go End of Year donation drive where we assist residents with getting their items to local charities instead of in the trash
• We regularly pick up trash and clean the areas near the wetlands to mitigate impact to our natural environment from litter  

You Can Contribute By:

• Reduce waste by reusing items instead of using one time (plastics)
• Use reusable plates, cups, straws, utensils and food storage containers
• Use reusable bags instead of plastic bags
• Use reusable bottles instead of plastic water bottles
• Recycle materials such as plastics and clean cardboard and paper
• Don’t litter – our areas are surrounded by sensitive wetlands that are impacted by waste
• Remember to turn your lights off to conserve electricity
• Unplug or turn off electronics when they are not in use
• Make sure to turn off your faucets and showers to conserve water
• Set a shower timer
• Take the shuttle, walk or ride a bike to class instead of driving your car 
• Report any leaks or running toilets using the maintenance request work order system