Trash Clean-Up Day on April 25

On April 25, the Conestoga Outdoors Club will host its 6th Annual Trash Clean-Up Day. Students will gather on the quad and organize into teams to collect litter from campus from 3 to 5 p.m.

This year's event is held in collaboration with the Fencing Guild, Tau Kappa Epsilon, and the University's Office of Sustainability, and t-shirts will be provided for participants on a first-come, first-serve basis. The event will be held rain or shine.

"The Conestoga Outdoors Club Annual Trash Clean-Up continues to be an excellent way for student engagement and community building," said Dakota Baxter, environmental coordinator for the Conestoga Outdoors Club. "Students from various majors and organizations unite to make a difference each year, taking pride in keeping our campus and surrounding areas clean and inviting."

In addition to the campus, participants will extend their efforts into the surrounding Millersville Borough.

"Our commitment to the Leave No Trace mission is reflected in these activities," Baxter said. "By collecting litter and preventing debris from entering local waterways, participants contribute to protecting wildlife and promoting a healthier ecosystem."

Baxter emphasizes that the event, "Raises awareness about sustainability, fostering long-term positive habits among students and residents."

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