Universidade Estadual de Campinas (Unicamp) published their VIP Team’s experience in the International Journal of Sustainability in Higher Education. The study explored the implementation of a Vertically Integrated Project (VIP) approach in higher education to promote sustainable development through interdisciplinary, project-based learning. Using a collaborative research design, students and instructors worked with municipal representatives to identify challenges and propose solutions for local economic development. The initiative enhanced students' soft skills such as critical thinking, teamwork, and community engagement, while also identifying effective public policies that drive social transformation. This report highlights how the VIP model underscores the importance of student participation in addressing real-world problems and advancing sustainable practices.

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