Campus Sustainability Project
Sustainable Solutions Start with You- Be Part of Our Campus Applied Studies Cohort!
What is the Campus Sustainability Project Cohort?
On April 11, 2024 the Board of Governors approved ULethbridge’s inagural Campus Sustainability Strategy and Action Plan 2024-2030. It includes principles that focus on creating “a vision for campus sustainability and action [that] is informed by early definitions and priority setting… which meets the needs of today without compromising the needs of tomorrow.” It “strive[s] to create, model, and share ideas and innovations for engaged and knowledgeable citizenry, sustainable systems and surroundings, and conscious decision-making and leadership.”
The Campus Sustainability Project Cohort allows students an opportunity to get involved in sustainability initiatives on campus that interest them. Participants can select from a list of pre-existing campus sustainability projects or propose their own based on the three overarching goals found in the Sustainability Action Plan. Sustainability is a multi-disciplinary problem and as such, the cohort is open to students across faculties and disciplines.
Overarching Goals
1. Empower Action
- Sustainability Leadership
- Teaching & Learning
- Research, Scholarship & Creativity
- Community Engagement & Collaboration
- Communication & Celebration
2. Leverage Efficiency & Innovation
- Energy & Emissions
- Sustainable Buildings
- Travel & Transportation
- Water -Waste
- Food Security and Operations
3. Sustain Biodiversity
- Respect for Native Biodiversity
- Land Use Management
What are Applied Studies?
Applied Studies are customized work-integrated learning courses that allow you to earn academic credit by combining practical work experience with your academic studies, bridging the gap between theory and real-world application and giving you the opportunity to enhance practical skills.
Qualifications and Pre-requisites
- Minimum 2.0 GPA
- Second-year standing (a minimum 30.0 credit hours)
- Mature, self-directed person who is able to work both independently as well as part of a team
- Open to all majors
- Commitment to impacting community, preserving our local environment, and respecting traditional knowledge
Basic Requirements
- The Campus Sustainability Cohort runs every Fall, Winter, and Summer semester.
- Submit monthly reports to the Applied Studies Coordinator.
- Participate in bimonthly meetings with other cohort participants.
- The Applied Studies Instructor and the Vice President of Research and Innovation Services will evaluate your performance throughout the semester, including mandatory attendance of one monitor visit during the semester.
- At the completion of your placement, the workplace supervisor will complete a final evaluation assessing your performance.
Getting Started
1. Find a Position
Start by researching a campus sustainability project work placement (paid or volunteer) that aligns with your field of study. You can explore opportunities on MyExperience's Careers Job board, engage in discussions with faculty based on recommended positions, or self-initiate placements. Aim for a minimum of 120 hours of work within a semester in a position related to your professional goals.
2. Connect with Applied Studies Instructor
Once you have a potential position or research in mind - it is time to talk to an Applied Studies Instructor.
- Set up an Appointment: Use MyExperience to schedule an appointment with an Applied Studies Instructor. They are experienced professionals who can assist you throughout the process.
- Discuss Course Options: During the appointment, the instructor will provide you with detailed information about the available course options related to your field of study. They will explain the requirements, expectations, and potential outcomes of each course.