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This theme encourages residents to make environmentally-minded actions into habits as part of their daily lives. Programs and events with this theme help introduce and empower students to take actionable steps to be more sustainable.

Examples of Sustainable Habits

  • Composting and recycling regularly and properly.
  • Saving energy in the dorm by, for example, turning off lights when leaving.
  • Conserving water by taking shorter showers and not letting the sink run unnecessarily.
  • Using public transportation or carpooling.
  • Using reusable bags, water bottles, straws and utensils.

Program Ideas

  • Introduce a specific sustainable habit to residents in conjunction with them filling out the Green Dorm Certification Survey.
  • Create a flyer to share with residents about sustainable habits they can incorporate into their lives.
  • Make an RA board about important sustainable habits.