School of Nursing Sustainability Ambassadors: Leading the Way
We are proud to announce that our Graduate Program Specialist, Fredrica Higgs, MS. Ed is as a UNC Charlotte Sustainability Ambassador. She has participated in monthly training, collaborated with campus experts, and worked with departments across the university on sustainability initiatives. As her sustainability project this past spring, she mobilized School of Nursing faculty and staff to support the university’s larger mission of creating a greener campus.
UNC Charlotte’s First Cohort
The School of Nursing’s Fredrica Higgs was part of UNC Charlotte’s first cohort of Sustainability Ambassadors, recognized at a special breakfast on Thursday, October 3, 2024. She was presented with a certificate to acknowledge her participation; notable attendees were LeeAnn Clark and, School of Nursing Director, Dr. Susan McLennon. This honor highlights Fredrica’s continued commitment to sustainability and campus engagement.
New Developments
LeeAnn Clark has been newly selected for the 2024-2025 cohort of the Sustainability Ambassadors program. She will work alongside Fredrica Higgs, furthering sustainability efforts.
Past Projects: Campus Beautification Day
On Wednesday, April 17, 2024, School of Nursing faculty and staff participated in a tree planting initiative at the Northeast Recreation Fields. This sustainability project was hosted by the Office of Sustainability, Facilities Management Grounds Department, and University Recreation. This initiative promoted collaboration between the UNC Charlotte community and the School of Nursing faculty and staff, all while contributing to the beautification and sustainability of our campus.
Commitment to Campus Sustainability
At the UNC Charlotte School of Nursing, our faculty and staff are dedicated, not only to serving NinerNurses, but also to making a meaningful contribution to the Niner community. Fredrica and LeeAnn’s roles as 2024-2025 Sustainability Ambassadors underscore our commitment to creating a sustainable campus.
To learn more about being a Sustainability Ambassador, visit sustainability.charlotte.edu.