Integrating Academic and Operational Sustainability

OCUSP is hosting an innovative workshop that brings together leading experts to explore how colleges and universities can make meaningful contributions to sustainable development through the convergence of campus operations, academic programming, research, and community engagement.

Panelists

Frances Edmonds

Head of Sustainability, HP Canada

John Robinson

Presidential Advisor on Environment, Climate Change and Sustainability, Munk School of Business & School of Environment, University of Toronto

Helen Knibb

Doctoral student, School for the Study of Canada, Trent University, and Curriculum Specialist - Green Skills, International Partnerships Division, CICan

Moderator

Trish O’Connor

Director, Office of Sustainability, Fleming College

Format

Panel discussion highlighting programs at the international, national and provincial level that are successfully bringing different stakeholders – academics, students, facilities managers, business & community leaders, etc. – together to support sustainable development.

Breakout sessions where attendees can explore opportunities and barriers specific to their institutions using various strategies, including sustainability learning outcomes, applied student sustainability projects, interdisciplinary teaching and learning, assessment strategies, and more.

Networking lunch where attendees can more informally discuss campus sustainability strategies with one another.

Plenary session to discuss key takeaways and outcomes from the workshop, as well as potential next steps.