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Babson College Earned a STARS Silver Rating
On January 16th Babson earned a STARS Silver rating in recognition of its sustainability achievements from the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education (AASHE). STARS, the Sustainability Tracking, Assessment & Rating System measures and encourages sustainability in all aspects of higher education.
Babson College’s STARS Report is publicly available on the STARS website.
With more than 1,200 participants in 52 countries, AASHE’s STARS program is the most widely recognized framework in the world for publicly reporting comprehensive information related to a college or university’s sustainability performance. Participants report achievements in five overall areas:
- Academics
- Engagement
- Operations
- Planning and Administration
- Innovation and Leadership
“STARS was developed by the campus sustainability community to provide high standards for recognizing campus sustainability efforts,” said AASHE Executive Director Meghan Fay Zahniser. “Babson College has demonstrated a substantial commitment to sustainability by achieving a STARS Silver Rating and is to be congratulated for their efforts.”
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Sustainability at Babson Newsletter
Social Impact and Sustainability Showcase
Join us on Thursday, May 1 from 2–3:30 p.m. at Park Manor West for an engaging showcase celebrating the impactful work of Babson College students in social innovation and sustainability. The event will highlight initiatives from:
- Natalie Taylor Scholars
- Sustainability Interns
- Community Action Programs
- Service Immersion Trip Experiences
- Glavin Global Fellows
Hosted by Sustainability at Babson College, the Institute for Social Innovation, and the Glavin Office of International Education, this event will feature student stories, projects, and reflections. Light refreshments will be provided.
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