Integrating sustainability-related courses into the academic realm has been a priority for Emory for years. In 2017, 60.61% of departments offered sustainability-related courses. With sustainability integrated into the undergraduate and graduate student curricula, campus becomes a living laboratory where students connect knowledge gained in the classroom to actively advancing sustainability on campus and in the broader community.
The Piedmont Project was established by Emory faculty in 2001 as a summer faculty development program to infuse sustainability and environmental issues across the curriculum. Each summer, faculty and graduate student participants engage in multi-disciplinary brainstorming around sustainability issues, experiential learning about place, and pedagogical exercises designed to help faculty develop new courses or new course modules … Continue Reading →
Through a weekly gathering of farms, restaurants, small-scale artisanal businesses, and Emory community members, the Emory Farmers Market fosters education and personal relationships through food. Community members have the opportunity to engage with small-scale producers and support the local economy, contributing to a more robust and sustainable food system while enjoying delicious, local food. Our … Continue Reading →
Sustainability is central to Emory's culture, and Emory's sustainability achievements are nationally recognized: this year, Study International listed Emory as one of the top 10 greenest universities in the world! The Student Sustainability Showcase introduces students to involvement opportunities with sustainability-related organizations and departments on campus. Take part in our campus culture of sustainability by … Continue Reading →
