Tag: higher education
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University Housing sees increasing emphasis on sustainability
The University of Wisconsin-Madison recently unveiled a new residence hall designed to reduce the environmental impact of the building and…
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The Green Grading System: public vs. private university research by The Refinishing Touch
Over the past few months, The Refinishing Touch has compiled research and conducted interviews in order to present our readers…
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The Refinishing Touch moves to the head of the class: completes furniture reupholstering at Georgetown University
Guest author: Clarence Flanders Coordinator of residential services, Georgetown University When summer comes around and students head home, college campuses…
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2012 College Housing Report: 70% say they will upgrade campus furniture in the next five years
Based on data from 50 current campus housing construction projects, the 2012 annual College Housing Report published by College Planning…
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When words collide: University students pushing for sustainable tourism
The Giving Bag concept – a campaign designed for hoteliers by two Cornell students – took home first place at…
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Sustainability survey reveals age disparities on campus
A recent survey conducted at the University of Michigan asked more than 6,600 students, faculty and staff about sustainability awareness…
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Tradeshow round-up: The Refinishing Touch attends ACUHO-I/APPA Housing Facilities Conference
Last week, from October 15 through the 18th, the Association of College and University Housing Officers International (ACUHO-I) hosted its…
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The Refinishing Touch sees increase in ISO 9001 Customer Satisfaction Rate
Now in our 4th quarter of our ISO standards compliance, we at The Refinishing Touch are proud to announce that…
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How to green the ivory towers of higher education
As avid environmentalists, The Refinishing Touch is always thrilled to see the green practices being implemented – and even invented…
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A new take on facilities: how universities can re-vamp for longevity
In a recent article featured in Building Design and Construction, Peter Fabris, contributing editor, discusses the way campuses are morphing…