Open Call for Student Nominations to LU's Sustainability Stewardship Council

Are you interested in creating a more sustainable university?

The Office of Sustainability is looking for students from Thunder Bay (1 graduate, 1 undergraduate) and Orillia (1 undergraduate) to act as a representative to the Lakehead University Sustainability Stewardship Council (LUSSC). The term is for the 2023/2024 academic year and the LUSSC meets quarterly. Terms are renewable.

This is an open call for interest from all students to fulfill the role as a student representative to the LUSSC for the 2023/2024 Fall, Winter, and Spring/Summer terms. Self-nominations are welcome.

Please email your interest to serve by including a maximum 250 word statement describing your interest in sustainability and participation on the LUSSC to Aynsley Klassen, Sustainability Coordinator, at adklasse@lakeheadu.ca by October 27th.

Details: Sustainability is a diverse, global movement in society, economics, environment, and in higher education. At Lakehead University, sustainability is considered in a pluralistic and inclusive way, encompassing human and ecological health, social justice and equity, Indigenous rights, secure livelihoods, workplace well-being, and leadership for vibrant and strong communities. Lakehead University aspires to make sustainability a shared priority in all sectors of university life.

The LUSSC provides a forum for students, faculty, administration, and community members to create Lakehead University’s unique sustainability profile by examining key sustainability issues and implementing the 2019-2024 Sustainability Plan impacting all sectors of the University at its Thunder Bay and Orillia campuses.