Sustainability Forum

THURSDAY april 3rd
5:30 - 7:30PM

UPTIC STUDIOS
402 E Sprague Ave, Spokane, WA 99202

Join us for a compelling discussion on how institutional mission and values can serve as a foundation for sustainable design and development. This session will explore how Gonzaga University integrates its core mission into sustainability efforts, offering valuable insights for professionals in the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industries.

About the Event
This quarter’s forum features Jim Simon, Director of Sustainability at Gonzaga University, who will present a case study on mission-driven sustainability and its impact on the built environment. Attendees will gain practical strategies for aligning personal and professional values with sustainable practices in architecture and community planning.

Through interactive discussion and real-world examples, this session will highlight how institutions can leverage their mission to enhance environmental stewardship, community well-being, and resource management in uncertain times.

Continuing Education Opportunity
Architects attending this event will earn 1.5 LU/HSW continuing education credits, strengthening their expertise in sustainability and mission-driven design.

What You’ll Learn

How Gonzaga University’s Mission Statement serves as a framework for sustainability through responsible resource stewardship.
The influence of Laudato Si', Laudate Deum, and the Jesuit Apostolic Preferences on institutional sustainability initiatives.
How mission-driven sustainability influences institutional distinction and decision-making for stakeholders.
Practical strategies for integrating personal and professional mission into sustainability planning and architectural design.
Real-world examples of Gonzaga’s sustainability projects, including their successes and challenges.

Networking & Collaboration
This forum is part of our ongoing quarterly series, designed to foster connections among professionals in architecture, engineering, construction, education, and community development. Attendees will engage in interactive discussions and network with like-minded individuals who are driving positive change through mission-aligned sustainability practices.
We look forward to welcoming you to this engaging and thought-provoking event, where sustainability and purpose come together in meaningful ways.

Date: April 3rd, 2025
Time: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Location: Uptic Studios, 402 E Sprague Ave

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About SUSTAINABILITY AT GONZAGA UNIVERSITY

Jim Simon joined Gonzaga University as its first Director of Sustainability after serving Buffalo and Western New York in various professional and volunteer capacities. At Gonzaga, Jim is working to add capacity to our missioned goal of being a climate neutral campus by 2050. Through engaging the campus and the community in new and different ways, foster a culture of sustainability that is resilient and responsive to the dynamics of higher education and our changing world. Jim’s favorite food is New York style pizza, which he’s found to be imitated well in the PNW by Big Mario’s Pizza in Seattle.

Gonzaga University is deeply committed to environmental stewardship, integrating sustainability across campus operations, academics, and community engagement. The University has pledged to achieve climate neutrality by 2050, with interim goals of reducing greenhouse gas emissions by at least 20% by 2020 and 50% by 2035, based on 2009 levels.

In academics, Gonzaga infuses sustainability principles throughout its curriculum. The Cataldo Project collaborates with faculty to embed sustainability into courses, fostering research and learning that address environmental challenges.

Through these comprehensive efforts, Gonzaga University strives to create a campus culture that prioritizes environmental health, social justice, and the well-being of future generations.