ENVIRONMENTAL AWARENESS GROUP - ACTION ITEM TRACKING

Date Action Responsible Status
2008-01-31 (08-16) Obtain copy of University Leaders for a Sustainable Future assessment tool. Dr. Green No longer required as on 2008-02-28.
2008-01-31 (08-15) Include links to campus environmental organizations on the EAG website. Mr. Cox, Ms. Lencsak, Mr. Levinn, Dr. Green Completed 2008-03-03.
2008-01-31 (08-14) Environmental dashboard project. Mr. McBride Reporting to the EAG as the project moves forward.
2008-01-31 (08-13) Support student environmental organizations request that environmental orientation be included in 2008-2009 Freshman orientation. Mr. Cox Reported at February meeting that time has been allocated for training Freshman Orientation Advisors and Residence Advisors.  Completed 2008-02-28.
2008-01-31 (08-12) Provide public support and encouragement for the Ecospider project for the President's inauguration. All Assigned 2008-01-31 for individual action.
2008-01-31 (08-11) Approval for funding from the environmental endowment for student tickets to attend the Dr. Stevenson Approved 2008-01-31.
2008-01-31 (08-10) Develop handout for new student orientation to address simple actions students can take Mr. Cox, Ms. Lencsak, Mr. Levinn Assigned 2008-01-31.
2007-12-13 (07-09) Develop strategic plan for the EAG All Dr. Stevenson will receive inputs and coordinate development of a plan draft.
2007-11-30 (07-08) Offer assistance of EAG in meeting the taskings contained in the President’s Climate Commitment Dr. Green On going discussions on best role EAG can perform - expect closure at the February meeting.
2007-12-13 (07-07) Develop list of simple actions all can take to enhance the environment All Initial list of 11 actions for all and 3 actions for academic department consideration developed – will submit one on alternate weeks to Spiderbytes - first submission 2008-01-16 - student members working on a handout for new students (item 08-10).
2007-12-13 (07-06) Develop common dictionary of terms Ms. Reiner All to forward terms in common use in their disciplines - initial items received.
2007-12-13 (07-05) Solicit input from campus on ongoing environmental efforts All members report in their area – Dr. Green solicit others To be highlighted on website and submitted for Spiderbytes on alternate weeks - first submission 2008-01-23.
2007-12-13 (07-04) Recommendation that the University establish a sustainability office and hire an appropriate director Dr. Green - all review Forwarded in cover e-mail to draft minutes 2008-01-15.
2007-12-13 (07-03) Finalize appointment procedures for student members Dr. Green - all review Completed 2008-01-31.
2007-12-13 (07-02) Recommendation to Provost to expand EAG membership to include all schools, student representatives of specific groups, Center for Civic Engagement, and to make sure correct individuals are on the EAG Dr. Green - all review Working to identify potential additional partners.
2007-12-13 (07-01) Website redesign and activation Dr. Green Completed 2008-01-16.