The claim
“Miami University received a gold rating in the AASHE STARS assessment for the previous academic year.”
Our verdict
Mostly True
Miami University has indeed received a gold rating from AASHE STARS.
What we found
While the article states it was for 'the previous academic year,' the provided source indicates a recent submission and rating in 2025, which aligns with the context of ongoing sustainability efforts.
The evidence
2 sources, all background: none settles the claim either way.
- Background
Miami University has achieved its third STARS Gold rating from the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education (AASHE). The report was submitted using the latest version of STARS (v3.0).
miamioh.edu· Miami University receives third STARS Gold rating for sustainability achievements - Background
This source lists institutions that have received AASHE STARS ratings. Miami University is not explicitly listed with a recent rating in this excerpt, but it confirms the existence and purpose of the STARS program.
reports.aashe.org· AASHE STARS Rated Institutions
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