February 19, 2025
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The Sustainability Program under the Center for Civic Engagement is thrilled to announce that the Â鶹´«Ã½ (Â鶹´«Ã½) has earned a STARS Bronze rating from the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education (AASHE). This makes Â鶹´«Ã½ the first institution in Kyrgyzstan and Central Asia to achieve this honor.
STARS, the Sustainability Tracking, Assessment & Rating System, is a globally recognized framework for assessing sustainability performance in higher education. This milestone recognizes Â鶹´«Ã½â€™s commitment to sustainability across five key areas: academics, engagement, operations, planning & administration, and innovation & leadership. This achievement brings international recognition to Â鶹´«Ã½â€™s sustainability efforts and opens doors for continuous improvement and strategic planning. The STARS Bronze rating is the result of the collective efforts of Â鶹´«Ã½â€™s Sustainability Program, the Sustainability Task Force, and the entire Â鶹´«Ã½ community. Together, we continue to push for positive change, ensuring that sustainability remains a key focus in our academic and operational practices.Ìý
About AASHE:
AASHE is an association of colleges and universities that are working to create a sustainable future. AASHE’s mission is to empower higher education to lead the sustainability transformation.Ìý It provides resources, professional development and a network of support to enable institutions of higher education to model and advance sustainability in everything they do, from governance and operations to education and research. For more information about AASHE, visit.Ìý
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