Recycling at Catawba

Look for – and use! – the recycling bins conveniently placed near trashcans in hallways and vending areas! Place your empty bottle, can, or clean mixed paper in the appropriate marked bin, just a few short steps away from the trash can.

What CAN be recycled at Catawba

  • Aluminum Cans (rinsed out)
  • Mixed Paper
  • Plastics 1 & 2 (be sure to check the number in the recycling triangle and rinse your bottles out!)
  • Miscellaneous papers: junk mail, newspaper, flattened cereal boxes, mixed paper, copy paper, magazines.
  • Cardboard (flattened)

What CAN'T be recycled at Catawba       

  • Plastic Bags
  • Glass
  • Styrofoam
  • Garbage/Food
  • Food contaminated items (dirty plastic and/or paper towels)
  • Pizza Boxes
  • Plastic Wrap
  • Food Wrappers
  • Carbon Paper
  • Rubber Bands
  • Tape
  • Remember – When in doubt, throw it out!

Electronics Recycling

  • If you have old electronics, please bring them to the IT Department located on the bottom floor of Hoke Hall. View a list of accepted items from our partners at Powerhouse Recycling.”

Look for recycling bins outside of residence halls, throughout campus and in our academic buildings and offices.