Another academic year has come and gone at OSU, and with the end of the year came the annual Residence Hall Move-Out Donation Drive, an effort to encourage students to donate as much as possible as they move out of the residence halls. This year OSU beat last year’s record and exceeded our 20,000-pound donation [...]
Archive for June, 2012
Recycling/Surplus – Students give over 10 tons to nonprofits during move-out
Wednesday, June 27th, 2012Recycling – Wisdom of the Week: Michelle Obama commencement speech
Wednesday, June 27th, 2012This week’s Wisdom of the Week is a quote from First Lady Michelle Obama’s commencement speech at OSU earlier this month: View the full commencement speech below. YouTube Direct This post is part of our Wisdom of the Week series, furthering your knowledge about waste reduction every Wednesday during summer 2012.
Surplus – Special Saturday Sale on June 30th
Thursday, June 21st, 2012Come to our special Saturday sale on June 30 at 8:30 am to 3:30 pm at 644 SW 13th Street in Corvallis. This special day and time provides an opportunity for both new and existing customers to check out our store on a weekend, and shop the extra household items we don’t typically have in [...]
Recycling – Wisdom of the Week: How to Reuse Everyday Items
Wednesday, June 20th, 2012For our first Wisdom of the Week post, we are sharing this Howcast video, “How to Reuse Everyday Items.” This packs in a lot of easy tips and is sure to have something new for you to try! YouTube Direct This post is part of our Wisdom of the Week series, furthering your knowledge about [...]
P&M – PAPER SALE LAST CHANCE BLOWOUT
Friday, June 15th, 2012Stop by Printing and Mailing Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday (June 19, 20 and 21) for HALF OFF OUR ALREADY LOW PRICES on our paper inventory. Prices as low as $1.00 for 500 sheets. There are limited supplies so get here fast to stock up. This is your last chance to take advantage of these great [...]
Recycling – Join the da Vinci Days Green Team, get free festival admission
Wednesday, June 13th, 2012Calling all Waste Warriors! Campus Recycling is once again coordinating composting and recycling at the annual da Vinci Days Festival (July 20-22) and we need your help! Sign-up soon to get your preferred shifts, and free festival admission. How to Volunteer You will either staff a recycling station – greeting attendees and helping them sort [...]
P&M – SUMMER HOURS
Tuesday, June 12th, 2012Printing and Mailing Services will be transitioning to summer office hours beginning Monday, June 18. Office hours will be from 8am to 5pm, Monday through Friday. Printing orders may be submitted 24 hours a day using our online order form at http://printmail.oregonstate.edu/digital-print-form . For questions or concerns, please contact customer service at 541-737-4941 or email [...]
P&M – Mailing team member achieves USPS specialized certification
Friday, June 8th, 2012Corvallis, Ore., June 8, 2012 – Oregon State University Printing and Mailing Services is excited to announce that Megan Falk, a member of the team’s mailing specialists, has been certified by the United States Postal Service as a Mailpiece Design Professional (MDP). As a certified MDP, Megan is available to assist customers in resolving potential [...]
Recycling – Students encouraged to give to non-profits during move-out
Wednesday, June 6th, 2012On-Campus Students Now and through June 15, OSU Campus Recycling, Surplus Property and University Housing and Dining are coordinating the Res. Hall Move-Out Donation Drive – an effort to reduce waste and benefit community non-profit organizations. Last year, nearly 18,000 pounds of material was diverted from the landfill and given to local non-profits. The goal this [...]
Recycling – Tip of the Week: Composting at OSU
Friday, June 1st, 2012This post summarizes current options for composting on campus – in your department and while dining on campus – as well as what happens to the compost that is collected. How to Compost in your Department: 1. Worm Bins Use red wigglers to break down your waste. This option is great for those who would [...]
