What to Recycle

Unfortunately, not everything is recyclable.  The list below details what can and cannot be recycled.

Yes, we can recycle:

  • White Ledger
  • Newspaper
  • Colored Paper
  • Computer Paper
  • Magazines (stapled on side)
  • Books (school books, bound books)
  • Catalogs
  • Envelopes
  • File Folders
  • Phonebook
  • Batteries
  • Ink Jet and Laser Toner Cartridges

No, we cannot recycle:

  • Blueprint
  • Green Glass
  • Packaging Peanuts
  • Trash (food waste, etc.)
  • Carbon Paper
  • Styrofoam
  • Light Bulbs

Metal Recyclables are to be recycled at the Combined Services Building or at Grounds South.  Please refer to the CMU Campus Map for the locations of these buildings.

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