The University of Strathclyde is paving the way for sustainable institutions with a programme that has engaged thousands of students and staff to take positive actions.
Since launching in 2019, Strathclyde’s Jump programme has avoided nearly 16,000kg C02 emissions with members recording over 15,000 sustainability and wellbeing actions.
Strathclyde students, engagement and Jump
For the first time, the 23,000-strong student body will be able to take part in Jump. This builds on the momentum of staff from previous years’ positive actions.
Positive actions range from volunteering, buying locally and seasonally, completing a step challenge or following tips to look after their wellbeing.
The programme is a part of the University of Strathclyde’s commitment to tackling climate change and reducing its environmental impact.
The first of its kind in Scotland, the programme was launched in partnership with Jump. It empowers members to complete activities individually and as teams to help the environment, boost their wellbeing and create lasting behaviour change. In return, they are awarded Green Points and can win monthly prizes or donations for their favourite charities.
Student wellbeing and the pandemic
Jump is further supporting staff and students throughout the Coronavirus pandemic by prioritising wellbeing and boosting mental health. From blogs and weekly check ins, to connecting with nature, the programme helps members to access information and make small, meaningful changes that add up to have a big impact.
Competing as university departments, teams can also win £500 per year for a charity voted for by staff and students.
Sustainable Strathclyde
Roddy Yarr, Assistant Director at Sustainable Strathclyde, says: “We are committed to ensuring the University of Strathclyde is a leader in sustainability and wellbeing. This programme has helped us deliver tangible results that have a direct impact on staff, students and our environment. The positive results highlight the collective power we have when we come together with sustainability at the forefront of our agenda.”
Engage your students in sustainability
Strathclyde is the latest to join the Jump community of Universities engaging their students in sustainability and wellbeing. Other university programmes for both staff and students include Nottingham Trent University, University of Bristol, Anglia Ruskin University, the University of Exeter and the University of Chichester.
View one of our case studies or request a demo to find out how Jump can engage your staff and students in sustainability.
