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We have some exciting news! Starting October 31st, we are replacing our single-use paper food containers in our Residence Dining Halls with reusable friendlier containers! (Available at Stong, Winters and Glendon Dining Halls)
How does it work?
Step One - Pay a $0.50 deposit with your meal purchase and enjoy your food in a friendlier container.
Step Two - Return your container to a Friendlier bin, scan the QR code on your container through the Friendlier app and receive your deposit back in 2 weeks!
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What are the impacts?
- Create less waste
- Produce fewer emissions
- Reduce plastic in our oceans
- Feel good about making a difference!
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