Colgate Employees Recognized for Commitment to Sustainability on Campus
Fifteen Colgate employees have been recognized for leading sustainability efforts on campus through their participation in the Sustainability Passport Program. More than 300 faculty and staff have taken part in the program since its inception in 2016. The following employees have shown exceptional commitment to campus sustainability through 2023:
Sustainability Champion (20+ hours)
Nicole Carvell
Susan Light
Janine Rasmussen
Sustainability Advocate (15–19 hours)
Alli Grim
Denise Crandall
Robin Bridson
Marni Manwarren
Sustainability Associate (10–14 hours)
Denise Bolognone
Michelle Butzgy
Bill Miller
Mary Williams
Cindy Baker
Shayla Witherell
Cindy Geertgens
Lynne Kvinnesland
“We are extremely proud of each of these employees and their continued effort to advance Colgate's sustainability goals, as highlighted in our Third-Century Plan,” says John Pumilio, director of sustainability. “It's inspiring to witness the Passport Program's continued growth and the sense of community it fosters among individuals from various departments and programs, united in their pursuit of shared campus goals and beliefs.”
The Sustainability Passport Program strives to advance a culture of sustainability at Colgate by offering and supporting engaging educational programming for employees. The program is administered through Colgate’s Sustainability Office, responsible for supporting opportunities for employees to learn more about sustainability, and promoting pro-environmental behaviors on campus. Employees register for sessions of their choice, earning credits for each program they participate in. Generally, one hour of programming will equal one credit earned, and the Office of Sustainability tracks each employee’s participation over time. For more information or questions about the Sustainability Passport Program, email sustainability@colgate.edu.