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Recycling

Recycling at Loyola is easy and convenient. Simply place recyclable items in the recycling bins located throughout campus.

Printable sign - Recycling 101

What can you recycle at Loyola?

Paper

All paper including glossy paper, paper with envelopes, textbooks, newspaper, and paper with staples is accepted. As of 2023, paper cups without lids, straws, or food/liquid residue can also be accepted.

Cardboard

Please break down cardboard if possible and remove any packing materials (plastic, foam, etc.).

Metal

All aluminum and tin cans are accepted. Small items are no problem.

Glass

Glass bottles and other containers are accepted. Please put broken glass or sheet glass in the landfill bin.

Plastic

Plastics labeled # 1-5 and 7 are accepted. Focus on plastics that are clearly labeled with the recycling arrow and are in large volume including packaging, containers, and other items.

For everything listed, please empty any liquids in a nearby sink before putting the container in the recycling. Anything that has significant food or grease on it should be composted or landfilled. Learn more about composting at Loyola.

The Cycle & Recycle Center

This is your spot on Lake Shore Campus for disposing of all of your difficult to recycle items in one place! We have a number of bins set up for items you probably have around your dorm, apartment, or home that you are looking to get rid of in a responsible way. On top of doing what’s right, Loyola earns points for prizes with each pound of special items we recycle.

Where is it located?

The center is located on the south side of Loyola’s main parking garage, just past the Welcome Center and next to the Chainlinks bike shop.

 

What can I recycle here?

The center collects and recycles items you may have around, such as:

  • Plastic bags and other plastic film
  • Disposable face masks
  • Gently and well-used clothing
  • Used books
  • Air pockets from packaging
  • Empty oral care packaging (toothpast tubes, floss containers, etc.)
  • Empty personal-care products (shampoo bottles, toothpaste tubes, beauty packaging, etc.)
  • Small electronics

When can I drop off my items?

Anytime! We have bins for all collected items sitting in our corner of the parking garage, so stop by whenever is most convenient for you

What if the center doesn’t collect an item I need to have recycled? We are always looking for ways to expand our program and add new items for the collection. Feel free to email us with suggestions or questions at sustainability@luc.edu.

If you do not see an item listed above, it may STILL be recyclable through a special recycling process.

 

Items that require special recycling process

  • Computers and Computer Peripherals – Anything with a Loyola Asset Tag will be recycled by Information and Technology Services. Make a request at the ITS Service Desk or email helpdesk@luc.edu.
  • Batteries, Printer Cartridges, Small Electronics – All batteries, toner cartridges, small electronics including flash drives, cables, power blocks, cell phones, and other materials are accepted. These items are collected at Digital Media Labs on all campuses. For a listing of locations and hours visit Digital Media Services.
  • Large Electronics – Large items such as appliances and special equipment can be removed and, sometimes, recycled by placing a Work Order Request with Facilities.
  • Special Wastes – For medical, hazardous, chemical or other special wastes contact your campus environmental safety manager and they can support you in proper disposal.
  • Ricoh Toner - Ricoh Business Systems provides a Toner Recycling Program for the University. Recovered plastics will be utilized at waste-to-energy power generation plants, or when applicable, used as recycled plastic material. Even the shipping and packing materials will be recycled. Collect these toners and mail them in using the boxes provided.
  • Vinyl Banners – You can donate that used banner and Loyola will ‘upcycle’ it into a tote bag or laptop sleeve. We accept mesh-style or vinyl banners in good condition at room 216 in the SES building. Any damaged or thread-bare banners should be thrown away.
  • Large volume materials – If you have a large volume of material that must be disposed of, please contact Facilities by placing a Work Order Request and requesting special removal. This is useful when moving or cleaning out spaces on campus and may be handled as part of a campus move.

Get in touch

Loyola's recycling program is managed by the Facilities Management Department which partners with the Department of Purchasing, the Office of Sustainability and Residence Life Office to reach out across the campus to address waste issues.

If you would like someone to discuss Loyola's recycling program at a staff or departmental meeting, please contact the Office of Sustainability. If you would like to address recycling in your Residence Hall, contact your Residence Hall Director.

Recycling at Loyola is easy and convenient. Simply place recyclable items in the recycling bins located throughout campus.

Printable sign - Recycling 101

For everything listed, please empty any liquids in a nearby sink before putting the container in the recycling. Anything that has significant food or grease on it should be composted or landfilled. Learn more about composting at Loyola.

This is your spot on Lake Shore Campus for disposing of all of your difficult to recycle items in one place! We have a number of bins set up for items you probably have around your dorm, apartment, or home that you are looking to get rid of in a responsible way. On top of doing what’s right, Loyola earns points for prizes with each pound of special items we recycle.

Get in touch

Loyola's recycling program is managed by the Facilities Management Department which partners with the Department of Purchasing, the Office of Sustainability and Residence Life Office to reach out across the campus to address waste issues.

If you would like someone to discuss Loyola's recycling program at a staff or departmental meeting, please contact the Office of Sustainability. If you would like to address recycling in your Residence Hall, contact your Residence Hall Director.