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Greek Week Recycling Begins!

Georgia College & State University’s Fraternity & Sorority Life (FSL) organizations are coming together once again to support sustainability efforts on campus with their annual Greek Week glass recycling drive. The event, hosted in partnership with the Office of Sustainability, will kick off on Friday, February 21, from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., providing anContinue reading “Greek Week Recycling Begins!”

Bio Yarn: The Future of Textiles

Plastic is used too much today because it is cheap to make and easy to find. However, many plastics don’t break down and are recycled poorly. Microplastics have contaminated water, plants, and soil. Studies indicate that plastic traces are found in human blood, leading to health issues. Scientists are seeking to use bioplastics to cutContinue reading “Bio Yarn: The Future of Textiles”

Greek Goes Green Week

The Office of Sustainability and GCSU’s Fraternity and Sorority Life participated in Greek Goes Green at Georgia College the week of October 21st—25th, 2024. This exciting week was part of Campus Sustainability Month, a national effort to raise awareness about the importance of sustainability on college campuses. During Greek Goes Green week, our fraternities andContinue reading “Greek Goes Green Week”