A case study of staff perceptions of sustainability in an Australian regional university

Title
A case study of staff perceptions of sustainability in an Australian regional university
Publication Date
2013
Author(s)
Hardy, Joy
Smith, Susen
Bartel, Robyn
Littledyke, Michael
Ryder, Darren
Type of document
Conference Publication
Language
en
Entity Type
Publication
Publisher
Prince of Songkla University
Place of publication
Phuket, Thailand
UNE publication id
une:13422
Abstract
Higher education has been assigned a key role as a significant change agent in the pursuit of sustainability. Consequently many universities are investigating whole-of-university approaches to sustainability. Whole-of-university approaches suggest a shared vision of and commitment to sustainability and sustainable practices. However, sustainability is a complex, multi-faceted and contested concept and universities comprise communities of diverse perspectives and conflicting values. This paper analyses semi-structured interviews with staff at an Australian regional university in order ascertain their particular / preferred perceptions of sustainability.
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Citation
Proceedings of the 1st Annual PSU Phuket International Conference, Oral Section(International Studies (Social Sciences & Humanities)), p. 1-10
Start page
1
End page
10

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