Category: Universities
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The Net Impact conference: A green impact of our future
The Refinishing Touch team attends numerous industry events, including those that cover higher education, hospitality. or government topics, and we’re always keen to network, learn from our peers, and get involved.…
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Industry spotlight: Ron Thompson, director of housing and residence life, Furman University
We’re pleased to welcome Ron Thompson, the director of housing and residence life at Furman University. Based in South Carolina,…
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Changing the face of procurement – New university policies make campuses greener
The higher education industry has evolved in many ways, but to us one of the most important is its embrace…
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AASHE switches it up: Conference to encompass multiple Portland campuses
As regular attendees of industry tradeshows, it’s refreshing to see new ways to add to the visitor experience. One event…
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University challenge: What role should government funding play?
After 35 years of working in the education sector, we understand the juggling act that campus facilities can face around…
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Education gears up to meet demand for sustainability students: Arizona and Columbia add to lessons
The Refinishing Touch has always had a strong commitment to education – from working with colleges and education facilities across…
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Wells College gets a new director for its sustainability center
As a whole, The Refinishing Touch would like to extend our congratulations to Marian Brown, who has been named the…
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Campus and community construction continues in Oregon
Cranes, trucks and clouds of dust are a familiar site across the Oregon State University campus as construction to develop…
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It’s time to get educated: USGBC brings green to the classroom
The US Green Building Council has revealed national plans to educate all students on sustainability. Its ultimate goal is for…