Planning & Administration

To implement effective policies and organizational structures that support a culture of sustainability, attention is needed in the areas of coordination and planning, belonging and affordability, investment and finance, and well-being.

Goal 4 of the Sustainability Plan supports the identification and activation of organizational systems, resources, partnerships, and processes that support weaving sustainability into the fabric of the University.

To do so, sustainability must be integrated into the disciplines, departments, and activities beyond which it is traditionally found. Fulfillment of this goal will expand understanding of sustainability so that it includes more than the environment and increase resources so that individuals and offices can more easily contribute to the University’s sustainability goals.

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  • Planning & Administration

    Strengthen Community Partnerships (4.3.2)
    Alongside partners in the Center for Civic Engagement, strengthen community relationships that create opportunities for community-engaged learning, applied research, and joint projects addressing environmental and social challenges in the Richmond region.

    Wellness, Nature & Sustainability (4.3.3)
    Support a culture of holistic wellness by integrating time in nature into student life, academics, and employee engagement to support mental health, connection, and resilience.

    Sustainability Funding Strategy (4.4.1)
    Strengthen collaboration with University Advancement to secure strategic funding and partnerships that advance sustainability initiatives while supporting the University’s broader mission and driving long-term institutional impact.

    Sustainability Policy Guide (4.4.2)
    Advance sustainability policy by collaborating with the Office of Planning and Policy to develop and implement guidelines that integrate environmental stewardship into campus operations, planning, and decision-making.

    Strengthen Inclusion & Belonging Partnership
    Continue to strengthen the partnership between Inclusion & Belonging and sustainability programs, recognizing the deep interconnectedness and overlap of these important areas. Together, we can co-create programs and spaces that foster belonging while advancing a more just and sustainable campus.