Did you know there is over $100,000 a year available to students to use for projects regarding sustainability at this university?
Student Sustainability Fund
Everything you need to know about the Student Sustainability Fund at Missouri State:
Quick facts:
- In March 2009, students voted to implement a $2 per semester fee to go towards sustainability initiatives on campus
- Funds from the student fee are then matched by officials within the University up to $75,000 each academic year
- This fund is to be used solely by students for students
- The only requirement for submitting a proposal to use the fund is that you are a student
- The Sustainability Commission, made up of six students and several non-voting faculty and staff members, will evaluate all proposals submitted and allocate funds accordingly
How to utilize it:
- Formulate an idea for a sustainable project (see sample list below)
- Compile basic research of what, where, how, how much, when, who, etc. of the project
- Reference the Sustainability Guidelines for more information about the proposal process
- Check out Approved Proposals for examples and ideas
- Seek out members of the Sustainability Commission or other knowledgeable students and faculty if you have any questions
- Be prepared to present, explain, and defend your proposal
Sample project ideas:
- Student maintained campus community garden
- Corrugated cardboard recycling facilities
- Local organic dining options
- Installation of Photovoltaic solar panels
- Campus wide low-flow toilets, faucets, and showerheads
- Motion activated lights in all campus buildings
The possibilities are endless!