USC Wellbeing Collective success story: Reshaping sustainability on campus 

Sam Schongalla, left, and USC Viterbi Professor Mahta Moghaddam, right, give USC President Carol L. Folt a tour of the Sustainability Hub, a place that symbolizes the intricate interplay between environmental well-being, personal health, and community resilience. (USC Photo/Gus Ruelas)

Step into a vibrant and inspiring space that goes beyond the traditional: welcome to the USC Sustainability Hub, a dynamic nexus that brings sustainable solutions to life in a space designed to enhance well-being and productivity. 

Located within the bustling USC Student Union building, the Sustainability Hub embodies the university’s commitment to equity, inclusion, and resilience. It serves as a focal point for students and faculty who are passionate about cultivating a healthier and more flourishing campus and world. 

“It’s much more than just physical space,” said Lillian Ledesma, engagement specialist, USC Office of Sustainability. “The Hub is a place that symbolizes the intricate interplay between environmental well-being, personal health, and community resilience.” 

A Part of the USC Wellbeing Collective 

This multi-use space and the programs affiliated with it exemplify the work of the USC Wellbeing Collective, in which the Office of Sustainability is a key partner. This collaborative framework unites various departments to achieve shared goals of equity and inclusion, resilience and thriving, alcohol and substance use, and consent and healthy relationships. 

The Sustainability Hub champions resilience and thriving, offering an innovative approach to enhance student wellbeing. It serves as a focal point for students and faculty who unite under the mission of Assignment: Earth, USC’s strategy for cultivating a healthier, more equitable, and thriving campus and world. Prioritizing “people, place, planet,” the Hub actively contributes to fostering a vibrant campus culture while empowering individuals to build resilience and become proactive advocates for all aspects of well-being. 

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