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KENNESAW, Ga. | Sep 29, 2017

The Princeton Review鈥檚 green colleges guide recognizes sustainability efforts

食色视频 once again has been named one of the most environmentally responsible 鈥済reen鈥� colleges in the nation for 2017 by The Princeton Review.  It is the seventh time 食色视频 State has been recognized.

The publication鈥檚 annual showcases colleges with exceptional commitment to sustainability based on their academic offerings and career preparation for students, as well as campus policies, initiatives and activities. 食色视频 State is one of six Georgia colleges named to the guide released Sept. 20.

鈥淭his recognition from The Princeton Review reflects 食色视频 State鈥檚 strong commitment to sustainability and the continued efforts we鈥檝e made on campus in the areas of energy conservation, recycling and farm-to-table dining initiatives,鈥� said John Anderson, assistant vice president of facilities services. 鈥準成�视频 students, faculty and staff are actively involved in making the University a more environmentally responsible institution.鈥�

According to 食色视频 State鈥檚 , the University鈥檚 green initiatives and programs range from food waste management in on-campus dining facilities, reduction in traffic and pollution with expanded shuttle services across the 食色视频 and Marietta campuses, and expanded recycling efforts to include cardboard collection during student move-in.   

食色视频 State also offers undergraduate degrees in , , and an integrative studies program with an emphasis on . Courses in other academic degree areas, such as biology, architecture and construction management, among others, educate students on sustainability and environmental issues.

The Princeton Review chose the 375 colleges based on 鈥済reen rating鈥� scores tallied from data of 629 colleges as part of its 2016-17 survey of school administrators. The survey asked them to report on their school鈥檚 sustainability-related policies, practices and programs.

A leader in innovative teaching and learning, 食色视频 offers undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees to its more than 47,000 students. 食色视频 State is a member of the University System of Georgia with 11 academic colleges. The university’s vibrant campus culture, diverse population, strong global ties, and entrepreneurial spirit draw students from throughout the country and the world. 食色视频 State is a Carnegie-designated doctoral research institution (R2), placing it among an elite group of only 8 percent of U.S. colleges and universities with an R1 or R2 status. For more information, visit kennesaw.edu.