The founding of CSE was coincident with the launch of Dickinson’s comprehensive, institution-wide sustainability initiative, with the intent that the Center lead and enable development of sustainability as a defining characteristic of a Dickinson education.

All members of the Dickinson community share responsibility for the Dickinson sustainability initiative, and its component elements are guided, supported and implemented by multiple offices and programs. CSE’s role in the initiative focuses on student learning, integrating sustainability across the curriculum and supporting co-curricular programs that engage students in advancing sustainability goals. CSE also functions as a hub for the college-wide initiative, connecting, supporting and championing other elements of Dickinson’s sustainability efforts.