Green Grad Program
The Green Grad program aims to empower and recognize students who are dedicated to sustainability at Butler University and who will continue to advocate for sustainability in their lives and future careers. By engaging in various sustainability-related activities students can earn points toward the program and equip themselves with knowledge, skills, and passion to advocate for a safe, healthy, equitable, and sustainable future.
Students who complete the program will also receive a physical green cord to wear at graduation. The green cord serves as your visible commitment with other graduates to collectively contribute to sustainability in your lives, future workplace, and community.
How to Become a Green Grad
Becoming a Green Grad is simple! Follow these steps to engage with sustainability and earn your green cord!
- Sign up for the program.
Complete the Green Grad Intent to Participate Form. Once your submission is reviewed, you’ll receive an email from Green Grad staff confirming your acceptance into the program - Get involved.
Participate in sustainability-related activities at Butler, in the community, or while studying abroad. - Earn 10 points.
Track your participation and submit the Green Grad Points Form for each eligible activity. You must earn at least approved 10 points to complete the program. - Sign the pledge.
Once you’ve earned at least 10 points, complete the Green Graduation Pledge to affirm your commitment to sustainability. - Celebrate your achievement!
Receive a green graduation cord to wear at commencement!
Questions about the Green Grad program? Email the Office of Sustainability at sustainability@butler.edu.
Earning and Tracking points
Green Grad points can be earned by participating in a variety of sustainability-related activities, including: attending events, volunteering, and completing sustainability-focused or sustainability-inclusive coursework.
Students are responsible for submitting the Green Grad Points Form for each activity they complete. The Office of Sustainability reviews submissions and provides updates on students’ progress at the end of each semester. You’ll also be notified when you’ve earned the required 10 points and completed the program.
All points must be submitted by mid-April of your graduating year.