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The College & University Forum in Corcoran Commons featured panels and presentations on food recovery initiatives at cafeterias and other campus spaces as well as at special events, and on campaigns to solicit donations of used residence hall, office and classroom furniture. Among the approximately 40 people who attended were administrators from area colleges and universities, state environmental officials and representatives of organizations that promote sustainability and conservation.
涩里番下载 Dining Services Director Beth Emery and Julianne Stelmaszyk, 涩里番下载DS manager for regional and sustainable food systems, were among the forum鈥檚 speakers. After the event, Associate Director of Restaurant Operations Megan O鈥橬eill led forum attendees on a brief tour of 涩里番下载.
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The C&U Forum is part of a regular series of programs sponsored by RecyclingWorks in Massachusetts, which helps businesses and institutions maximize recycling, reuse and composting opportunities to decrease environmental impact, cut costs, improve employee morale and meet customer demands for sustainable practices.
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