How to get rid of junk

Having more stuff than space can be a real problem. Here are your best options, in order:

1. Reuse or repurpose
Thanks to Pinterest, the world is full of more DIY and craft ideas than ever. In a lot of cases, transforming something doesn't even involve work, just re-thinking the way something can be useful.

2. Donate or share
If it's something you really don't want, or don't have space for, give it to someone else! If you don't have a friend, relative, coworker, or random acquaintance who could make use of your stuff, and you're associated with MSU (faculty, staff, student, alumni, retiree), you can take advantage of our Community Reuse Days, coming up October 8-13. If you're not associated with MSU in any way, you can still donate items to Goodwill, Salvation Army, or other consignment shops in the area.

3. Recycle or compost
The MSU Recycling Drop-off Center accepts pretty much every material except food, paper towels and napkins, and polystyrene (Styrofoam). Most food waste and paper products are compostable, and we will be collecting polystyrene at the next Community Reuse Days.

4. Landfill
If you're really, really, really sure the item can't be repurposed, donated, or recycled, throwing it away is an absolute last resort.