UNL‘s “All in the Hall” Recycling Program Expands Campus-Wide
The University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s (UNL) “All in the Hall” recycling program has significantly expanded, now operating in all residence halls, the Nebraska Union, Lied Center for Performing Arts, and key athletic facilities including Memorial Stadium, Hawks Championship Center, and the Bob Devaney Sports Center. This expansion, supported by the Nebraska Department of Environment and Energy, brings standardized recycling stations to 105 buildings across campus.
Over the summer, the program was updated to benefit the more than 5,000 students who moved onto campus this fall, providing a consistent and accessible recycling experience for both the university community and visitors. The standardized stations are strategically placed in high-traffic areas to make recycling the easy choice.
“for us in University Housing and Dining, and the Nebraska Unions, we are excited to support the expansion of UNL’s All in the Hall recycling initiative,” said Lucas Novotny, executive director of housing, dining and unions. “By offering centralized, clearly labeled stations, we’re furthering our shared goal of campuswide sustainability and our responsibilities to be great stewards of the resources entrusted to our care by the students.”
The impact of the program is notably meaningful for students who have advocated for improvements. Megan Wilkins, a former resident and current sustainability intern, shared, “It truly was a full circle experience to help implement these new stations. I remember brainstorming improvements to the waste management systems during my freshman year, and it’s exciting to know current students will benefit from this easier, more effective system.”
Expanding “All in the Hall” into public spaces like the Lied Center and athletic venues also demonstrates UNL’s commitment to sustainability to the wider community.
Managed by the Office of Sustainability, the program provides resources and answers to frequently asked questions on its website (https://sustainability.unl.edu/about-office-sustainability/all-hall-recycling-program/). Wiht the program now widely implemented, the office is focused on exploring further initiatives to help UNL achieve its zero-waste goals.
