<![CDATA[Given an academic value in the research of environmental sustainability studies, it is reasonable that universities are becoming role models to establish responsible initiatives to support sustainable development and overcome environmental challenges. Considering that, universities and other higher education institutions are implementing sustainability practices to encourage campus communities to understand and grow awareness to protect the environment. This study is conducted to assess awareness and engagement on campus environmental sustainability initiatives among the students and staff of International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM). In this research, a quantitative method was employed and a total of 100 survey questionnaires were randomly distributed to respondents and only 75 of them have completed the survey with a response rate of 75%. Based on the survey, 90.7% of the respondents are aware of the term "sustainability” and are mostly concerned on the energy and water consumption in campus. It is found that, while most respondents were well aware of sustainability on campus, they were also positively motivated and have a willingness to take action accordingly. However, there seems to be a deliberate commitment gap due to given answers by respondents in having insufficient time to engage in environmental sustainability. On the other hand, IIUM has made some positive impacts with initiatives such as promoting waste recycling practices, efficient use of energy, water and many more in considering ways and means to deal more efficiently with environmental issues. The findings suggested that the university could address sustainability issues through other initiatives as in transportation, sustainable landscaping, and sustainable food. This study acknowledged several limitations on time constraints and scope of the study since it involves research across the campus. The article concluded by emphasizing the importance of integrating sustainability on campus as well as on the respective curriculum and educating university students to assist in sustainable development across Malaysia. ]]>
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