Start Green
In partnership with Goodwill, which offers a year-round 10% student discount, Boise State University encourages students to start their year off sustainably! Each fall, thousands of students begin their academic careers by buying poorly made, unnecessary, or redundant furniture, decorations, equipment, and more. By purchasing lightly used goods, instead of poorly made new items, that, along with the excessive packaging they often come in, often make their way to the landfill within a few short years, you can make a difference! So, this year, START GREEN! Happy hunting, and go Broncos!
Avoid these Items to Save Time, Money, and Space at the Landfill
- Poorly made furniture like plastic dressers and foldable chairs are likely to break and end up at the landfill.
- Memory foam mattress toppers. Charities and second-hand stores will not accept, or make them available for resale. Many are used for only a year and added to landfills.
- Excess decor for your desk and bed, such as clocks, fake plants, and throw pillows.
- Excess school supplies. Wait to see what you’re going to need when classes start!
- Excess appliances/kitchenware. Coordinate with roommates and use common room appliances.
- Rent a MicroFridge®, a microwave / mini-fridge / freezer combo, for the school year from Bronco Shop.
- Excess clothing, shoes, and other materials.
Leave Green
When the year wraps up, help your Bronco community by donating what you no longer need. Goodwill and Boise State provide collection boxes in residence halls for clothes, household goods, and more. You can also support the campus food pantry by donating sealed, shelf-stable foods. Together, we can reduce waste, help those in need, and make a positive impact – Start Green. Leave Green.