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Community Resources

FORUM


Join the UMACS forum hosted by AASHE. Click the button below. If you are not an AASHE member, you can create an account and join without having to pay the AASHE fee. 
AASHE

The Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education (AASHE) empowers any member of higher education to be an agent of change or innovator of sustainability. AASHE provides resources and professional development to put information on sustainability into action and provides a diverse, engaged community of sustainability leaders.
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RESOURCES


From the UMACS Sustainability Fellows:
  • Ideas for Earth Day/Week/Month Activities​
  • ​Tips for A Successful Leadership Transition

​One-Year Service Programs

UMACS curated list of one year environmental service programs.
American Climate Corps

American Climate Corps is a new initiative to train 20,000 young people in high-demand skills for jobs in the clean energy economy.

Campus Climate Action Corps

The Campus Climate Action Corps (CCAC) is the first nationwide AmeriCorps program focused exclusively on climate action within campus communities.
Green Jobs Network

The Green Jobs Network posts jobs and internships from across the United States related to sustainability and climate. Search based on desired location and/or category.

Green Schools Initiative

National listserv that was started in 1992 for campus sustainability professionals to exchange ideas and information.
Midwest Climate Collaborative
​
The Midwest Climate Collaborative works to develop midwestern response to the climate crisis through the acceleration of climate action in collaboration with many key organizations throughout the Midwest. 

Re-Amp
​

The Re-Amp Network is set to enable collaboration on climate solutions in the Midwest. This network has been built to create a more effective climate movement in the Midwest that will allow the ability to achieve their aimed results. 
Second Nature
​

Second Nature works to expand higher education's ability to solve sustainability challenges. The mission of this organization is to accelerate climate action through higher education.

SERC (Carleton)

The Science Education Resource Center at Carleton College (SERC) offers multiple engaging teaching activities and transformative workshops for all to incorporate into any classroom. This Resource Center was founded to improve education in the Earth sciences and beyond.
Sustainability Communicators Network

​A national listserv for sustainability communicators in higher education to network, collaborate, ask questions, and share ideas. All are welcome, no experience in communications is necessary. 
Waste Exchange Resource
​

Find local waste exchange resources for your campus or organization, waste exchange programs allow for a sustainable solution to the disposal of various items or the purchase of used items from similar institutions.

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  • Home
  • About
    • Steering Committee
    • UMACS Campuses
  • Membership
  • Programs
    • Upcoming Events
    • Coffee Chats
    • Adventures in Energy
    • Retreat: UW-Stevens Point
    • UMACS (Re)cognition Awards
    • CoLabs
    • Sustainability Fellows Program
    • Circularity Assessment Grant
  • CONFERENCE
    • Call for Proposals
    • Registration Information
    • Lodging
    • Conference Schedule
    • Sponsor Opportunities
    • Conference Sustainability
    • Past Conferences >
      • 2024 Macalester College
      • 2023 University of South Dakota
      • 2021 University of Wisconsin Stevens Point
      • 2019 Carleton College
      • 2017 Central College
      • 2015 Bemidji State University
      • 2013 Decorah, Iowa
      • 2011 University of MN, Morris
      • 2010 University of WI, River Falls
      • 2008 Luther College
      • 2006 College of St. Benedict and St. John's University
  • Resources
  • Contact