Are you or is someone you know a champion for sustainability at Wake Forest? Nominations are now open for the 13th annual Champions of Change campus sustainability awards, and we want to hear from you!
We are seeking nominations for those who advance sustainability through the following categories:
- Embodying the Mission – Empowers others to lead the sustainability transformation at Wake Forest and in the world
- Activating the Vision – Integrates sustainability into the academic experience by using the campus as a model for place-based learning
- Emerging Leader – Demonstrates exceptional promise and commitment to sustainability at Wake Forest
- Cultural Catalyst – Inspires cultural and behavioral change for sustainability progress
- Everyday Champion – Advances campus sustainability commitments at Wake Forest as part of their everyday work
Students, faculty, and staff are invited to nominate themselves and others before the deadline on February 4. Previous Champions have been honored for their commitment to engaged & experiential learning for sustainability, creation of surplus “shopping” opportunities to reduce waste, advocacy and implementation of sustainable practices, among other work. Learn about previous award winners here.
The 13th annual Champions of Change award winners will be announced at a celebration and reception on March 18 from 3:00 – 4:00pm, during our campus-wide Spring Celebration. The event is open to all WFU students, faculty, and staff, including former Champions of Change award winners and their supervisors. We hope to see you there!
