Wisdom of the Week: RecycleMania 2015 Results
Per capita, we recycled 5% more and composted 17% more than during the 2014 competition. This post is a part of the Wisdom of the Week series. Tune in every week for waste-related facts, stats, and quotes.
Trash Talk: What lids are recyclable?
What types of container lids are accepted in recycling bins on campus? Andrea breaks down which ones are recyclable, along with why and how, in this week’s Trash Talk video. This post is part of OSU Campus Recycling‘s Trash Talk series – where we answer your waste wonderings. More videos are available here on the […]
Youth Lobby Day for Carbon Pricing
Oregon Climate will be hosting a Youth Lobby Day for Carbon Pricing on February 11th in Salem. Their student Fellows are spearheading the event and reaching out to other students/youth to join them in the Capitol. The lobby day has a few goals: To teach youth the basics about civic engagement and lobbying To teach […]
Trash Talk: What about cardboard boxes that contain other materials?
How should cardboard boxes that contain other materials be recycled on campus? Kyle breaks it down step-by-step in this week’s Trash Talk video. This post is part of OSU Campus Recycling‘s Trash Talk series – where we answer your waste wonderings. More videos are available here on the Ecologue and on YouTube.
Free sessions with New York Times best-selling author Leanne Brown!
Do you want to learn to eat healthy on a budget AND meet a New York Times Bestselling Author? Well, look no further! On Friday, February 26th, Leanne Brown, author of “Good and Cheap: Eat well on $4/Day” will be visiting to talk about her book and give cooking demonstrations (which include free samples of […]
Oregon Bicycle and Pedestrian Committee Seeks New Member Under 21
The Oregon Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee (OBPAC) is seeking to fill a recently vacated position that represents the youth community. The eight-member committee, appointed by the governor, acts as a liaison between the public and the Oregon Department of Transportation. It advises the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) in the regulation of bicycle and pedestrian traffic and […]
Trash Talk: Can foil be recycled?
Can foil be recycled on the Oregon State University campus? Jessica breaks it down for you in this week’s Trash Talk video. This post is part of OSU Campus Recycling‘s Trash Talk series – where we answer your waste wonderings. More videos are available here on the Ecologue and on YouTube.
Wisdom of the Week: Recycling Newspapers
Introducing our new weekly feature, the Wisdom of the Week! Join Campus Recycling as they share with you a weekly dosage of waste-related wisdom. To kick things off, this week’s wisdom is “Recycling a stack of newspaper just 3 feet high saves one tree.” And who doesn’t love trees? This post is a part of […]
Check out the Nonprofit Opportunities Fair!
Join us for the 10th Annual Nonprofit Opportunities Fair on Wednesday, February 3 in the MU Ballroom! Meet representatives from over 50 local and national nonprofit and government organizations representing a wide variety of fields who are seeking OSU volunteers, interns, and employees. Network with people who share your interests and passions and learn more about […]
Trash Talk: What plastics are recyclable?
What plastics are accepted in recycling bins on the Oregon State University campus? Andrea tells you about the four shapes in this week’s Trash Talk video. This post is part of OSU Campus Recycling‘s Trash Talk series – where we answer your waste wonderings. More videos are available here on the Ecologue and on YouTube.