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News Briefs: Week of September 24, 2019

Photo by Carmen Cheng | Washtenaw Voice

Outdoor recycling project expands

After a pilot trial of new recycling stations on campus, the project is expanding across WCC. The new bins, made from recycled plastic, are intended to improve recycling on campus by using clearer labeling. Find more information on the Recycle Operations website homepage.

 

Fall Transfer Fair to connect students to future education

30+ Michigan universities will fill the Student Center to help students become aquainted with their various academic options and the transfer process. The event will take place from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Contact Liz Orbits at eorbits@wccnet.edu for more information.

 

Learn about banned books at the Bailey Library

The Bailey Library will feature an interactive display about banned and challenged books this week. The display will be up from Sept. 23 to 27. Visit the library to find out more about books that have been banned or challenged around the world and join the conversation. Some notable books that have recently been banned or challenged include the “Harry Potter” series, “A Handmaid’s Tale,” “13 Reasons Why” and “Captain Underpants.”

 

Lilly Kujawski | Editor

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