Apply by July 5th 2019 to become a student Residential Sustainability Leader (DEADLINE EXTENDED!)

Campus Sustainability Office June 13, 2019
Students
RSL logo over a student walking towards the clock tower
Peer-to-peer education has been shown to be one of the most effective ways to transform hearts and minds for a more sustainable culture.  Will you play a part at Cornell?

Residential Sustainability Leaders (RSL) is a program for students who want to learn about sustainability, develop leadership skills, and share knowledge with their peers through active programming and dialogue. 

The new program will have student RSLs work in collaboration with the Campus Sustainability Office, Residential Life, and the West Campus House System to promote sustainable behaviors, identify issues and implement real solutions within residential communities, and build a culture of sustainability across campus.

Important Information

The RSL position begins in August 2019, with an early move-in on the 20th and a mandatory two-day retreat (21st–22nd).
Becoming an RSL is a year-long commitment, including weekly meetings.

  • Cost = FREE!

  • Open to all Cornell students, regardless of class or major

  • Residential Sustainability Leaders at Cornell University, with bear logoRequires early move-in (Tues 8/20) for two-day retreat (Wed 8/21 - Thurs 8/22)

  • Serves as a pre-orientation program for new students

  • Requires commitment of a full year (academic year)

  • Must attend weekly 1-hour meeting (day/time TBD)

  • Must attend spring training in January (dates TBD)

  • RSLs collaborate with organizations such as the Campus Sustainability Office, Residential Life, and the West Campus housing system to pinpoint sustainability issues within residential communities across campus and find solutions.

The deadline to apply has been extended!  Apply by July 12th 2019.

Apply or Learn More

For more information, contact the Sustainability Engagement Manager in the Campus Sustainability Office.