Higher education has historically been on the leading edge of scientific and social progress. As the world grapples with the challenges brought on by climate change, how is higher ed responding? What role should America's colleges and universities play in response to the climate crisis? In this episode, the Buzz Crew is joined by a leader in sustainability, Professor Rob Fleming, author, speaker, educator, and director of the Master of Science in Sustainable Design program at Thomas Jefferson University. Plus, the Crew will go around the table with their higher ed quick takes, while also giving you a peak behind the curtain at prospective student and donor behavior. 

Key Articles discussed:

• https://sustainabledevelopment.un.org/sdinaction/hesi
• https://www.insidehighered.com/blogs/call-action-marketing-and-communications-higher-education/sustainability-value-what-have-you
• https://www.higheredjobs.com/articles/articleDisplay.cfm?ID=2057
• https://www.chronicle.com/interactives/20190503-campusspaces-01-fire

Special Guest Rob Fleming:

• BIO Link:  https://www.jefferson.edu/academics/colleges-schools-institutes/architecture-and-the-built-environment/faculty/fleming.html
• Link to the Jefferson MS in Sustainable Design program: https://www.jefferson.edu/academics/colleges-schools-institutes/architecture-and-the-built-environment/programs/sustainable-design-ms.html
• Link to Rob's Books:  https://www.amazon.com/Rob-Fleming/e/B00ABN4VQU/ref=dp_byline_cont_book_1