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University Engagement and Environmental Sustainability
Hardback
Main Details
Title |
University Engagement and Environmental Sustainability
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Authors and Contributors |
Edited by Patricia Inman
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Edited by Diana Robinson
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Series | Universities and Lifelong Learning |
Physical Properties |
Format:Hardback | Pages:176 | Dimensions(mm): Height 234,Width 156 |
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Category/Genre | Sustainability |
ISBN/Barcode |
9780719091629
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Classifications | Dewey:378.103 |
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Audience | Tertiary Education (US: College) | Professional & Vocational | |
Illustrations |
4 black & white illustration, 2 tables
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Publishing Details |
Publisher |
Manchester University Press
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Imprint |
Manchester University Press
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Publication Date |
31 October 2014 |
Publication Country |
United Kingdom
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Description
Universities have a key role to play in contributing to environmental development and combating climate change. The chapters within this volume detail the challenges faced by higher education institutions in considering environmental sustainability, and provide both a broad view of university engagement and a detailed examination of various projects. As part of this series in association with the Place and Social Capital and Learning (PASCAL) International Observatory, the three key PASCAL themes of place management, lifelong learning and the development of social capital are considered throughout the book. While universities have historically generated knowledge outside of specific local contexts, this book argues that it is particularly important for them to engage with the local community and to consider diverse perspectives and assets when looking at issues within an ecological context. The chapters in this volume provide new perspectives and frames of reference for transforming universities by engaging in the development of resilient communities. -- .
Author Biography
Patricia Inman is Senior Research Associate for International Engagement Center for Governmental Studies at Northern Illinois University Diana Robinson is Director for the Center for Governmental Studies at Northern Illinois University -- .
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