Rewarding those that go above and beyond to sustain NU

As NU pursues its commitment to leadership in sustainability, there are now three opportunities to recognize staff, faculty, and students who have gone above and beyond to green our campuses and curriculum. Beginning in November, these sustainability champions will be acknowledged at the quarterly Service Excellence luncheons.

The Student Excellence in Sustainability Award is given to a student who has displayed outstanding leadership and dedication through their work to green NU. In their research, contribution in a student organization, coursework, or an innovative and empowering initiative, this student has demonstrated a tremendous contribution to the success and vitality of creating a culture of sustainability at NU.

The Faculty and Staff Excellence in Sustainability Award is given to those who have displayed outstanding leadership and dedication through their involvement in NU’s sustainability movement. In their teaching, research, daily activities, or an innovative and empowering initiative, this member of the NU community has enhanced sustainability at Northwestern as well as our local and global community.

The Green Office Excellence Award is for staff and faculty members who are part of an office or department participating in NU’s Green Office Certification. We want to recognize those NU community members who have identified innovative initiatives to reduce energy, water, or waste or engage their fellow employees in greening their physical environment.

Awards will be given quarterly and any member of the University community may submit a nomination for the Green Office Excellence, the Faculty and Staff, or the Student Excellence in Sustainability Award at any time. The Office of Sustainability will facilitate a small committee to review the nominations and make a final selection.