Related Pages in this Manual
- Designing a GLP: Partners
- Beyond Core Funding: In-kind Services from On-campus Sources
- Publicizing the Job Opportunity: Captains & Reps
Student Groups
Student groups are another great resource and partner for a green living program (GLP).
Environmental Groups
Reach out to existing student groups who focus on environmental issues. If there is a main environmental organization on campus, it would make sense to include representatives from the group on the GLP steering group. For example, because the Environmental Action Committee (EAC) was very involved in envisioning and creating the Harvard Green Campus Initiative's GLP, it holds a seat on the steering group, even though it does not contribute to the program's funding. The EAC representative is there to make sure this important founding partner's input continues.
Existing environmental groups can help publicize the GLP and they might be a great place to find students interested in becoming program employees. They also make great partners for large campus events by adding legitimacy to the event and increasing student involvement.
Other Student Groups
Consider linking up with a diversity of student groups in the planning of activities. It will ensure greater attendance at and awareness of the event, and it will create a higher level of legitimacy and enthusiasm. Partnerships can involve many different types of groups and activities. Some student organizations (and their possible involvement with a GLP) include the following:
- athletic clubs (athletics recycling)
- drama clubs (reusing materials in the theatres)
- student government (major campus events like Earth Day or help with funding)
- social enterprise business clubs (green business event)